Real or fake, thick or thin, tall or short? What trees are perfect for Christmas?

With the silly season fast approaching many have already prepared their homes with a Christmas tree centrepiece, but it’s clear there is still a divide between real or fake this year. Video / Jed Bradley

As Christmas day looms so does the deadlines for sending your loved ones' presents.

A viral video has inspired people to spread a little bit extra joy this festive season.

Her Christmas displays haven't always gone down well. Has she got it right this year?

"We've never been promised a future with Luke," 3-year-old's mum says.

Woman's emotional recount of husband's freak Christmas accident.

It was a race with a difference. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

This year she began preparations as early as July.

How to avoid creating a pyramid of tinsel-coated carnage this year.

After dealing with tantrum, one mum has come up with a simple way to handle shopping.

Lost boy unexpectedly showed up marching in the Santa parade's Lost Boy's float.

Starship Hospital in-patients were able to see Santa himself and a few of his friends.

Many branded the thought of decking the halls before December as "tacky" and "vulgar".

Auckland's biggest Christmas parade will take place today.

A $29 toy has topped the list, followed by dolls and classic board games.

Study claims your part could say a lot about your prospects in life.

Children with sensory challenges or anxiety offered more access to Santa.

Neville Baker won widespread support after telling the Herald Santa had to be a man.

Auckland's giant Santa will make his farewell appearance this Christmas before retiring.

Some people have gone to ridiculous lengths to "spruce up" tradition.

Many people on Auckland's Queen Street are happy to see Santa retire.

Santa is well loved, but the time is right to retire him, says Heart of the City.

Anika Moa will spice up this year's Whangārei Christmas Festival at Semenoff Stadium