Not everyone appears to be a fan of Santa.

From fancy calendars to disappointing gimmicks, we review the best and worst this season.

12 questions: Comedian Jaquie Brown reveals how she recovered her creative confidence.

It's best to steer clear of soap, weird food and books on weight loss or dieting.

As Christmas approaches, we look at the best street displays from around the country.

A 13-year-old has discovered a disturbing message in a Christmas calendar from Amazon.

Jenni, Gracie and Liana try out the best advent calendars this Christmas!

The Basement's Christmas production will have you laughing if you don't think too hard.

Parents object to promotion urging parents to buy air rifles for children

COMMENT: Have you started Christmas shopping yet? Here are my top survival tips.

Trying to tame holiday gift excess? Give these thoughtful ideas a go!

Compared to Obama's first switch on where there was a packed house.

The Franklin Road Christmas lights were turned on Friday to mark the start of the Christmas season. Pictures / Dean Purcell

Nine people were also caught drink driving as police launched an operation in Wellington.

James Russell & Dionne Christian review a selection of chapter books fit for presents.

Catherine Smith dives into the world of foodies.

The annual Christmas light show on Auckland's Franklin Road was flicked on tonight. VIdeo / Dean Purcell

It's lights on for Santa at Franklin Road- with one special guest.

The latest casualty in a year full of weird trends: the humble Christmas tree.

James Swan, 5, is slowly dying of a disorder so rare doctors don't have a name for it.

It's the annual Christmas show on every Aucklander's calendar - at Basement Theatre.

COMMENT: Why do I still feel like running a mile when I see real fake snow?

The Auckland Farmers Santa Parade celebrated its 84th birthday this year

New Isis propaganda images may have uncovered a plot to attack Europe's Christmas markets.

New Zealand's national Secret Santa scheme is in its eighth year.

What toys are on the top of the Christmas wish list for many Kiwi children?

The 84th Farmers Santa Parade is on tomorrow. It starts at 1pm at Mayoral Drive.

Is November too early for Christmas carols? PM Jacinda Ardern shares her thoughts.

A German truck driver left a trail of destruction while dragging a massive Christmas tree.

Goop has released its annual holiday gift guide featuring some truly bizarre items.