New ZealandWet, windy Christmas lead-up for many as MetService issues new watchesThe best Christmas weather is tipped for Hastings, Christchurch and Kaikōura.22 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI’m a cardiologist – yes, you can indulge at Christmas, but try to avoid the picky bitsTelegraph: A heart health expert reveals his blueprint for the festive period.22 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandMore calls for help as pet refuge braces for Christmas family violence spikePet Refuge is already caring for 29 pets in the lead-up to Christmas. 21 Dec 09:26 PM
WorldAt home known for holiday lights, a dad decorates for possibly the last timeHe is still planning a 300-hour lights display, now built with family and friends.21 Dec 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSorry, your Christmas holiday won’t fix burnout – but these tips mightMany Kiwis return from summer leave feeling just as drained as before.21 Dec 06:00 PM
WorldSad twist in Beckham family feud as David and Victoria ‘blocked’ by son Brooklyn on InstagramCruz Beckham says he and his parents woke up to find Brooklyn had blocked them.21 Dec 05:28 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleGaslighting can mar holiday gatherings. Here’s how to identify, avoid itWashington Post: Ways to protect yourself against gaslighting this holiday season.21 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Very active’: Optimistic Bay retailers brace for a bustling summer seasonRetail NZ says 66% of retailers feel confident heading into summer. 21 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Eighteen weeks clean': Napier man plans reunion with daughter after getting off streetsCarl Turner woke up one day and realised a lot of people were trying to help him.21 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNo Santa, no birthdays: Inside Gloriavale kids’ banned ‘special days’Why Gloriavale leavers will be truly joyful this Christmas. 21 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleNine science-backed ways to prevent overeating this ChristmasTelegraph: How to hack your senses at Christmas so you eat less but enjoy food more.21 Dec 03:00 AM
World‘Offensive’ Christmas song lyrics could be banned by UK lawThe UK Government insists free speech is safe and Christmas carols can stay.20 Dec 11:28 PM
LifestylePrince George follows Diana by serving Christmas dinner to homeless peopleYoung royal visits London shelter 32 years after his grandmother brought William there.20 Dec 06:00 PM
AucklandWheelchair-bound dad faces homeless Christmas after fire guts family homeTetraplegic father Mark Rihari lost vital medical equipment in the blaze.20 Dec 05:55 AM
EntertainmentKylie Minogue scores first UK Christmas No 1 with XMAS hitSinger is the first solo female in 12 years to top the British Christmas chart.20 Dec 03:09 AM
BusinessBoxing Day starts early – Briscoes sale kicks off before ChristmasBriscoes is touting a $70m 'Boxing Day' sale running through to December 29.20 Dec 02:29 AM
Entertainment‘So blessed’: Hayley Holt on family, loss and finding joy after TVNZ job shake-upAfter a year of change, the beloved broadcaster reveals why she’s so grateful.20 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSix things that make ADHD worse at Christmas and how to copeTelegraph: Expert tips for avoiding a 'dopamine sleigh ride' to regret. 19 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Pies, beer and beach, that’s my plan': Emotional scenes as Kiwis make it home for ChristmasMore than 2.5 million travellers will pour through the airport this holiday season.19 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, December 20, 2025NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, December 20, 2025. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Dec 06:36 PM
LifestyleFrom stars to Shakespeare: 9 ways to make the most of the holidaysEnjoy local arts, cultural and hospitality events in the final week before Christmas.19 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleEasy hot honey brie flatbreads for ChristmasThis is a simple solution when you are busy with a giant to-do list for the holidays.19 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleOpinion: Christmas isn't what it used to be and this email proves itWe now rank behind only Canada and Australia for 'Christmas crack' searches.19 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSix high-fibre foods to boost your gut health this ChristmasTelegraph: Plus easy recipes to turn your festive leftovers into tasty, healthy meals. 19 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandSnow falls on south, temps plunge to 3C as MetService forecasts 'bumpy' ride for SantaSnow warnings are in place tonight for Crown Range and Milford alpine roads.18 Dec 09:21 PM
New ZealandHow you can help kids in need this ChristmasMore than 3,200 families were helped by the Kindness Collective this Christmas, Katie Oliver reports.Watch18 Dec 08:45 PM
New ZealandThe Christmas traditions you wish your family would ditchFormer Labour Minister and Auckland mayor Phil Goff and PR guru Deborah Pead on the Herald NOW panel.Watch18 Dec 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow the role of Santa has changed – from a man who's donned the red suit for 46 yearsThe toy requests have remained remarkably similar over time – robots, dolls, dinosaurs.18 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow to manage seasonal stress and enjoy the holidaysWashington Post: Setting boundaries can help ease some of the seasonal stress.18 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhite Christmas? Icy blast and snow road warnings set to hit Snow is expected on Crown Range Rd and Milford Rd from afternoon to 10pm.18 Dec 04:55 AM
New ZealandChristmas Cheer Appeal deadline: Final cash donations called for to help pack parcelsThe appeal has packed about 450 of its 500 targeted Christmas parcels.17 Dec 11:39 PM
ChristchurchThe charity making sure no kid misses out this XmasThis year's waitlist is growing with five to 10 new pleas for help daily.17 Dec 11:00 PM
Lifestyle O Christmas Tree: Another community festive centrepiece hand-made by volunteers wrecked Locals in a small township can't believe 300 hours of hard work has been destroyed. 17 Dec 10:17 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW panel: Deepfake AI, the road cone hotline and puppiesThe Front Page Podcast host, Chelsea Daniels and Herald senior journalist Simon Wilson discuss the big topics of the day.Watch17 Dec 07:41 PM
