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Your go-to guide for spending New Year’s Eve in the big smoke.
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Ready for NZ summer? These are all the festivals and concerts to mark in your calendar.
21 days, 8 homicides: Police investigate nearly double usual rate of deaths
The rate of homicides in the country has almost doubled over the past three weeks.
Passengers fuming after New Year’s 'time travel' flight foiled by mishap
'You only live once, but you can celebrate New Year's Eve twice!'
Chris Hemsworth gives advice to fans on New Years
"Flipping a switch...when the calendar changes is never going to be a sustainable way."
‘Working class’: David Beckham shares a hilarious New Year's post
The star had a dig at his wife's "working class" comment.
Baby destined for a memorable birthday is first of the new year
Kiana is the first new arrival of 2024 born at Dunedin Hospital.
Hugh Jackman’s Christmas telling off
The actor broke some rules during a festive outing in New York over the holidays.
390 arrested, 54 police officers injured: Berlin welcomes in the new year
There was less violence than a year ago when rioters targeted emergency service workers.
'Very good night' for police in Hawke's Bay as New Year's revelry stays well-behaved
The Soundshell in Napier saw crowds of thousands to usher in the New Year.
Hot, Hot, Hot for Hastings and the rest of Hawke's Bay
A few showers early, but the next days revert to hot and fine.
Watch: News Worth Knowing in 2023
2023 has not been short of memorable events. NZ Herald video covered them all. Video / NZ Herald
Cricket fans and campers keep spirits high despite New Year's Eve rain
'Tomorrow you’ll wake up and it’ll be blue sky and everyone will be happy again.'
Emergency services urge caution over New Year’s period
Fireworks have caused large vegetation fires over the last year.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
There will be lots of blue skies to start 2024.
NYE in the BOP: Fireworks update as rain arrives, thunderstorms threaten
Community events have been cancelled but fireworks may still go ahead.
'Not great, unless you like rain': Severe thunderstorm waning for Canterbury
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for the centre of the North Island.
Why you should 'abandon' New Year's resolutions and do this instead
Tips from wellness and life coaches for success in 2024.
A call for responsible driving and water safety
Opinion: A plea for mindful driving and water safety this summer.
Opinion: Please, don't tell me about your New Year's resolutions
It's the season in which everyone makes resolutions that they will inevitably break.
Police encourange Kiwis to safely ring in new year
'We all have a responsibility to ensure our friends and whānau are safe this summer.'
2024 New Year Honours list, daily Covid cases increase and New Year celebration warning | Focus Morning Bulletin, December 30, 2023
The 2024 New Year Honours list has been announced, the average daily Covid case numbers have increased by 3.5% and warnings are issued over the use of fireworks for New Year celebrations. Video / Newstalk ZB / NZ Herald
Former Parliament speaker among 151 recognised in New Year Honours
Well-known athletes, film stars and broadcasters are on the list.
Sonya Bateson: Now's the perfect time to start building good habits
OPINION: New Year’s resolutions aren’t for everyone.
Northland New Year's weather: What to expect this weekend
“Keep an eye out for severe weather forecasts if you plan to travel today and on Sunday."
Soggy end to 2023: Heavy rain, thunderstorms to sweep across NZ
Forecasters are warning heavy bursts of rain could lead to flooding and slips.
Opinion: We're in dire straits if we can't get everyone paddling in the right direction
OPINION: We all have the potential to play a part on this waka ride.