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Latest from Winter
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'Hitting hard:' Winter illness hits NZ schools, worsens teacher shortage
'This bout seems to be hitting as hard if not harder than last year'.
Very few NZ destinations are better in Winter. This is one of them.
Penguins, frosted gardens, and winter balls - welcome to NZ's cosiest city.
Snowy south, sunny north in weekend of weather contrasts
'Choice' weather is on the way for our biggest city but there are snow warnings for south.
Why is everyone sick? What’s happening this cold, flu and Covid season
The surge in cool-season flu and colds is compounded by Covid's ongoing presence.
Take yourself or the whole gang on your next holiday with these hot deals
Book a trip for you, your partner or your entire family.
Queues of cars at vantage point for Kiwis keen to catch last glimpse of aurora
One Wellingtonian described the situation as 'complete chaos'.
'Complete chaos': Hundreds of cars jam Wellington's south coast, where to see the aurora
Aucklanders have received a stroke of luck regarding glimpsing the aurora tonight.
Five of the best things to do in Queenstown this winter
Have an illuminating time in Queenstown this winter.
Claire Trevett: The blame games and politics of a winter power crisis
No government likes to waste a crisis - even a two-hour-long one.
Fenz reports 54 per cent spike in winter fires: Steps to stay safe
Checks are urged for chimneys and electric blankets.
It's the destination that leaves foreigners in disbelief, and it's right here in NZ
A place where dogs can be mayor, railways are pedalled and bridges lead to nowhere.
Two Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nights
In some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.
Rough Guides' readers pick world's most beautiful countries – does NZ even rank?
Discover where your favourite destinations sit among the 20 top-ranked nations.
La Nina approaches: How wet and cold will this winter be?
It’s goodbye El Nino, hello La Nina - but what does it all mean?
Make winter great again with a mini-break to Wellington
Make the most of your mid-year trip to the capital.
Jammies in June campaign to keep Hauraki kids warm
The nationwide initiative will run in the Hauraki district for the second time.
Hate crowds? Give these six cities a miss this winter
Data reveals the cities Kiwis are most interested in escaping to this winter.
'Plague-like proportions': Mice invade homes in Central Hawke's Bay
Pourerere plagued with rodents as cooler temperatures draw mice into homes.
More than just a summer destination: Mount Maunganui is a hidden gem in autumn
There's plenty to see year-round in The Mount.
8 things that get better when the nights get earlier
A selection of night-based activities to make winter great again.
This country taught me how to love winter and thrive in the cold
Opinion: Don't endure this winter; enjoy it.
I skied at this insanely lavish luxury resort, and regret it. Here’s why.
Does a $ 500-day pass to this US resort live up to expectations?
People advised to protect themselves from the flu following deadly outbreak
People reminded about seriousness of common flu outbreaks.
Skiing Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks Resort, in British Columbia, is Canada’s second-largest ski area, spread over three mountains. Video / Mike Scott
Snowboarder spent 15 hours trapped in a gondola
The snowboarder yelled for help, but no one on the ground heard her.
Live out your Love Actually fantasies: The ultimate guide to Christmas in London
The UK’s only Guerlain spa, personalised baubles and afternoon tea with The Snowman.
Which of these European wonderlands does Christmas better?
The gloves are off: will Amsterdam or Munich take the crown?
Kiwi skier wins bronze at Slopestyle World Cup
Ruby Star Andrews has claimed her second slopestyle World Cup medal.
2023′s winter the fifth-warmest on record
Relatively hot June and July offset by below-average August temperatures.