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Is the winter cold blast here to stay? Snow dumps in parts of the country
Temperatures dropped to 2C in Wānaka and Queenstown overnight.
Watch: Napier athlete takes Winter Special Olympics silver, missing gold by 0.1 seconds
'Mum, Dad, I’m here. Dream come true.'
Breaking news: It’s still winter
It’s the first day of September - but not the first day of spring.
Plan your next getaway with this week's hot travel deals
Explore deals near you, from winter getaways to summer escapes.
Snug but unsafe: How your heater may be harming your health
There are endless ways to heat your home, but not all of them are made equal.
Winter seafood and the role of a good fish stock
Tuck into some hearty seafood dishes this season and make them shine with home-made stock.
No snow for your ski holiday? This is your Plan B
If the snow isn’t playing ball or you simply don’t ski, try this in the South Island.
Comfort food from around the globe: What do other countries eat when it's cold?
Shepherd’s pie, Ukrainian borscht and other ideas for winter meals.
Think Mount Maunganui is solely a summer destination? Think again
The Bay of Plenty is easily one of NZ’s greatest winter getaways.
Pootling around Waikato in a campervan - why everyone should do it
Moseying about with no fixed itinerary has many perks.
The signs I missed as my asthma turned deadly – Melissa Nightingale
OPINION: When I started having a severe asthma attack, I didn't know what was happening.
How to have a European-inspired snowcation in Australia
Who needs the Alps when there’s a secret alpine village so much closer?
Baking with winter spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and more
They not only enhance the flavour of baked goods but also offer various health benefits.
5 places to inspire your next staycation in NZ
Your really don’t need a far-flung holiday to reap the rewards.
Comfort foods for winter: How to make hearty meals healthy
Winter warmers can be nutritious too, explains Nikki Birrell.
Midwinter swim at Kaiti Beach: A chilly dip for a noble cause
Tracey Schwass spearheads the revival of the annual midwinter swim.
The South Island’s cosiest spots for a total chill-out this winter
Rug up and disconnect from the world.
Some new houses so energy efficient, they must be cooled in winter, Minister says
Over-insulated? Penk says some people are taking extreme steps.
Has school holiday boredom struck already? Head to Ruapehu this winter
Pack your winter gear for Ruapehu.
‘Five straight months of negative growth’: Auckland house values continue down
Chilly weather matches a particularly cold Auckland market for house sales and values.
Taupō light festival out to nail its place amongst the stars
It's all about location for Taupō's 'magical' Winter Festival light show.
As the weather gets colder, here are some tips to minimise dry hands and chilblains
Temperatures are dropping; hands up if your hands are suffering already.
Matariki: How to spend your long weekend in the city
Lights, ice skating, comedy - bring in the Māori New Year with our long weekend guide.
Cold season: Immunity boosting foods you should be eating this winter
What to eat to recuperate from illness (and stay well in the first place).
Kathmandu owner pins hopes on improved seasonal demand
Kathmandu and Rip Curl brand owner says trading has been up in recent months.