A major increase in calls to a youth helpline points towards "disconnect and distress" in society, says Youthline.

Leftovers? Think risotto, smoothies, pie fillings ...

A Christchurch man allegedly committed three burglaries on Christmas Day - and stole children's presents.

Bus drivers are crying 'Scrooge' over the withdrawal of Christmas gift hampers and free Christmas Day bus rides.

Thousands of motorists spent hours stewing in traffic jams between Auckland's Northern Gateway toll road and Warkworth yesterday.

Resourceful Kiwis spent Boxing Day finding a solution to unwanted presents - reselling them on Trade Me.

New Zealanders could not have asked for better weather to celebrate a Kiwi Christmas - and more sun is headed our way.

Even if you're feeling like a bit of a Grinch, here are five videos to help you get into the Christmas spirit.

A global travel magazine highlights Kaikoura as a place to have a whale of a time over Christmas.

The divine origin of Jesus' birth is a cornerstone of Christian faith and not up for revision, says Garth George.

This Christmas is predicted to be the fairest of the decade, and hot, dry conditions are expected to last almost until the New Year.

Christmas can be a stressful time of year but imagine cooking a traditional feast for more than 200 people.

Auckland church leaders offer their thoughts for this Christmas.

The mad last-minute rush for Christmas presents shows no signs of slowing down as New Zealanders continue to flock to retail stores.

John Key can't sing. That was obvious yesterday, and the Prime Minister admitted as much after having a brave go on The Edge radio station.

Update the heavy Christmas banquet to suit warmer weather.