New Zealand
NZ's most dangerous roads and places to drive over Christmas holidays revealed
'One minute families are planning Christmas dinner, the next, they’re planning a funeral.'
Latest from Christmas
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Christmas Eve double stabbing: Pair injured in Waikato town after late-night incident
Police inquiries are ongoing after violence leaves two in hospital.
Where Christmas Day rain, hail and thunder are most likely today
Heavy rain and strong wind watches are in force for several South Island ranges.
Watch: Princess of Wales, Charlotte play piano together for carol concert
The pair play Erland Cooper's 'Holm Sound', written in the Covid pandemic.
Bethlehem celebrates first festive Christmas since Gaza war
Bethlehem is holding its first full Christmas celebrations in more than two years.
Gravy fails to family feuds: How to get through Christmas Day in one piece
From relationship tensions to lumpy gravy, experts share their fixes for festive stress.
One person is fighting for life, another seriously hurt in Christmas morning crash
It comes just hours after five were injured in a crash on State Highway 1 in Waipu.
'Thought my new TV was a dud': Christmas Eve glitches hit free-to-air channels for second day
A separate Canterbury transmission fault left some channels glitching for days.
Six classic family Christmas fights (and expert advice on how to avoid them)
Telegraph: Does your inner child emerge at every family Christmas? You're not alone.
From pierogi to pavlova: How one family mixes Polish and Kiwi Christmas traditions
Christmas Eve is for dumplings and soup, Christmas Day for cricket and beach swims.
'We'll make room': A place to gather when Christmas Day feels quiet
Hundreds choose community company at annual Christmas lunch.
Far North rain turns to showers across Northland for Christmas Day
MetService says Far North rain in the morning will clear to localised showers today.
Christmas Eve Lotto draw: $4m Powerball jackpot on the line tonight
You could be the big winner just hours before Christmas Day.
Hide the pickle and dancing for cash: The Christmas traditions Kiwis love
Kiwis share their festive family traditions and the sometimes-questionable origin stories.
Watch: Chlöe Swarbrick joins forces with Wayne Brown for 'stupid season' Christmas video
Auckland Mayor decries lack of common sense and signs off with a cheeky jab at Wellington.
‘This Christmas may not be as joyous’: Luxon acknowledges tough year for some in Christmas video
He said 2025 had been tough for some Kiwis but that the country was progressing.
Former Home Alone house owner shares secrets in new memoir
John Abendshien's family lived on set as filming unfolded in their home.
Five assessed after ute crash leaves trail of wrecked cars
The crash brought parts of Auckland to a standstill.
Man whose hillside home was scorched by fire faces wait to see damage inside
'I’m just hoping it hasn’t gone through to the lounge area.'
'Expect delays': Five injured in SH25 truck crash as holiday traffic ramps around NZ
Stop-go controls are currently in place near the Waihou (Thames) River bridge.
Sunny Christmas on the way for Bay of Plenty, rain set to crash Boxing Day
Daytime highs on Christmas Day should sit in the mid-20s across the region.
The rules if you’re working, or running a business, over the Christmas break
Retail workers have clear legal rights over Christmas and New Year.
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, December 24, 2025
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Skydiving was ‘relaxing’ compared with this: Ex-SAS soldier, fiancee on life with newborn twins
Couple conquered years-long recovery after a near-fatal skydiving crash. Now, twins.
Surviving Christmas: Psychologist’s guide to navigating (and enjoying) time with your family
This expert advice could help you have a calmer, happier Christmas.
Christmas Appeal: Those who 'have so little' but their 'hearts are turned towards giving'
Locals donate almost $90k in food and gifts, many giving from places of scarcity.
'You are legends': Community donations fill Tauranga foodbank shelves
A six-week Christmas appeal has helped more than 3000 people in Tauranga so far.
Opinion: Christmas, Jesus, and what gifts say about us
Opinion: A thoughtful present is important. God got the gift to us spot on.
NZ Church leaders' Christmas message: Exploring the profound identity of Jesus
Leaders from more than 30 Auckland churches invite residents to Christmas services.
The cost of giving: How Christmas expenses this year compare to last
Some produce will be a lot pricier, but some gifts could be quite a bit cheaper.