'Woke nonsense': Santa's helpers told to wear seatbelts on Christmas parade floats
Move comes despite no one falling off a float in the 75 years the parade's been running.
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Get into the festive season this weekend with these Auckland events
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Auckland - here's how to start celebrating.
Forty entries for Napier's Christmas Parade as rebound begins
Community support for the Christmas Parade in Napier is rising after a post-Covid slump.
Napier Christmas Parade celebrates its 150th anniversary
Growth in registration as Santa gears up to celebrate city’s 150th anniversary after a post-Covid slump. Video / Rafaella Melo
'Everyone deserves warm kai': Kmart supports foodbank
The wishing tree appeal is in its 31st year and the need for it 'has never been greater'.
A day at the foodbank: 'A lot of fun, a lot of problem-solving, and a lot of kindness'
What our reporter learned from spending a day volunteering with a vital community service.
Everything you need to know ahead of the Auckland Santa Parade
From where to get the best view to when the roads will close.
Santa's summer grotto and Mrs Claus' bar hop highlight festive fun
Napier CBD to celebrate Christmas with a month of events, starting November 23.
A skier’s guide to Vail's most prestigious resorts at Christmas
Vail combines luxury with festive charm better than anywhere else.
Shareholders criticise KMD Brands’ leadership as sales dip
Discontent as KMD's sales for Q1 FY25 were down compared with last year.
Simon Wilson: Why shouldn't we have a Xmas tree to rival Rio, New York or Murano?
OPINION: Behind the scenes in Auckland this week.
How a Christmas party can put a damper on your career
Here are some dramatic ways end-of-year functions have disrupted workplaces.
What you need to know about Auckland’s new $1m Christmas tree
The new Christmas tree set to illuminate the city from November 23.
Kate Middleton to host Christmas concert as she returns to duties after chemo
Princess wants to ‘shine a light on individuals who have shown love, kindness'.
Changes in order for Auckland’s famous Franklin Road Christmas lights
The lights will start later in December, turn off earlier at night and have security.
'The power of small actions': The 5000-item goal for foodbank
Louise Watson has set herself a 5000-item goal this Christmas for the foodbank.
A coffee fix for a good cause: Baristas-in-training back foodbank
Donate a can and enjoy a steaming hot cup of holiday cheer.
Million-dollar Christmas tree: Auckland Council criticised for 'incredibly high price tag'
Council stumping up $800k for 18m fake tree, private orgs paying the rest.
'A very big need': Referrals to Salvation Army services double in a year
'Every little thing counts, every can of baked beans counts.'
Kim Knight: Who shrunk the Griffin’s Sampler box? Rethinking a Christmas favourite
OPINION: Scorched almonds are for kinder times. In 2024, life is like a box of biscuits.
Bay of Plenty Times Christmas Appeal 2024
The Bay of Plenty Times has launched its annual Christmas Appeal supporting the Tauranga Community Foodbank.
Kiwi Christmas Books wants Northlanders to donate new books for region's kids
The charity has three Northland stores collecting books this festive season.
Opinion: An employment expert’s guide to lowering legal risks of debaucherous Christmas parties
OPINION: Work party shenanigans can cause HR headaches, but solutions are available.
Smith & Caughey’s unveils Christmas windows on Queen St - with a Kiwi twist
After a turbulent year the historic store and CBD are 'coming back to life' says chairman,
Smith & Caughey’s prepare this year's Christmas display
This Christmas, Smith & Caughey’s will showcase the nostalgic New Zealand illustrated book The Adventures of Hutu and Kawa by Avis Acres. Video / Dean Purcell
Do try this at home: 10 plating tips for plating food like a pro
Learn simple tricks to elevate your food presentation and impress your dinner guests.
Holidays in 2025: How six days leave can get you 16 days off
How to use the fewest annual leave days, for the longest stretch of time off.
Editorial: Do retailers have reasons to be optimistic?
OPINION: Will Christmas be the most wonderful time of the year for business?
Campgrounds getting ready for busy summer, some nearly booked out
DoC campgrounds in Northland are open for bookings, but some have no space left.
Christmas concert clash: Free Hawke's Bay shows on same day in different cities
Hawke's Bay will be spoiled for choice when it comes to 80s and 90s music.
Twinkling lights and festive nights! Christmas Lights Trail entries open
Entries are now open for 2024’s Tremains Christmas Lights Trail.
The cat's out of the bag: Beloved NZ band to deliver rare free concert
The supergroup are returning to Hawke's Bay to celebrate Napier's 150th anniversary.
Santa’s little helper: Kiwi teacher to work as elf in Santa village in Finland
Kids already warned to be on their best behaviour with the Arctic Circle-bound teacher.
How are retailers reacting to the OCR decision?
Retailers have shared their excitement about the OCR cut right in time for Christmas.