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Steve Braunias: The Secret Diary of Christmas
OPINION: A Christmas message looking back on a year that was.
OPINION: A Christmas message looking back on a year that was.
It's been a pleasant surprise for the foodbank as people battle a cost-of-living crisis.
OPINION: Putting on a happy face for family and friends can feel like a mammoth task.
"Many tears of relief and gratitude, and plenty of wide smiles."
And for Kiwis flying to their Xmas destination, here are tips to make the trip easier.
"You’ll see big signs with 40 per cent or 50 per cent off."
Worldline data showed Kiwis' spending is up on last year in the countdown to Christmas.
Map out when you will be sharing fun activities together and build in quiet time.
"My phone is blowing up right now," organiser says as hundreds face a perilous Christmas.
Expert tips to help prevent family Christmas from turning into an episode of reality TV.
Many older people who grew up in Ōtara will have fond memories of swimming in the creek.
Fans of the coveted drink bottle brand aren't too happy.
Officers are patrolling after hawkers selling food and gadgets refused to leave.
Being a guest at another person's family on Christmas can be both exciting and mortifying.
Auckland Airport has hired extra staff to assist travellers.
OPINION: The film may be iconic, but 20 years later, is it still worth a watch?
OPINION: Christmas is not about the gifts you get or how much you spend.
How much would you pay for a punnet of strawberries?
New York Times: 'As taxpayers, my sisters and I are outraged.'
OPINION: Provide incentives to upskill staff, but only when it's necessary.
New York Times: Handcrafted ornaments or modern, minimalist baubles? Real tree or fake?
The popularity of the trailer shows how keen fans are for a real sequel to the movies.
As Christmas approaches, so does the challenge of maintaining weight-related goals.
Herer's a bit of wisdom from Eden Park on how to prepare you backyard pitch for a victorious backyard cricket season. Video / Carson Bluck
With finances tight, many families may need to approach festivities differently.
'It is a time of giving, you don’t want to give yourself a headache in the new year.'
Telegraph: Experts provide top tips on how to keep dogs safe from harm at Yuletide.
An etiquette expert reveals what not to do if you don't get what's on your wish list.
Victim Support supported more than 48,000 people nationwide last year.
But consumers remain under pressure from the higher cost of living.