Christmas punters prep for popular parades.

Rev Wynne Bowers-Mason and Rev Paul Bowers-Mason singing Little Drummer Boy. Video / Ilona Hanne

Last year 10,041 items or more than $25,000 worth were collected during Fill the Bus.

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By 9pm, the Salvation Army bus was so heavily laden with donations it could hardly move.

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Kings and fellow hip-hop artists CHAII and Rory Noble were challenged by Trade Me to wrap a range of presents, using all the rapping smarts. Video / Trade Me

Rap artists get to grips with wrapping for Christmas

Kindness Collective to open Joy Store in Hawke’s Bay next month.

Six people were moderately injured in the crash.

The classic car can be heard revving before it lurches forward and into the performers. Video / Supplied

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Witnesses said the car was revving its engine before it drove into the crowd.

Thousands have packed Auckland’s Queen St for the city’s Santa Parade that’s sure to bring a smile to kids from one to 92. Video / Alex Burton

Get ready for today's big parade, with a performance from iconic entertainer.

The league legend has a new starring role.

She'll be in a car during the parade but also plans on greet people up close.

The secret to social success? Thoughtful small talk.

Barista coffee will be handed out in exchange for canned goods.

Radio Hauraki presents the exclusive limited-edition Christmas podcast on vinyl.

There will be five markets this weekend and many others over the coming weeks.

Nostalgia, DIY and Barbiemania are the trends topping this year's most popular toys list.

According to tree experts, it's beginning to look a lot like pink Christmas.

Westfield vows to deliver food and drink to customers if trapped in car park.

Criminals know everyone wants a bargain from now till Boxing Day.

A fear of missing out is a strong motivator when it comes to scooping up bargains.