SUMMER SERIES: Kiwis recommend their favourite beach, a book to read on it, and a song that encapsulates summer.
Life
December 26, 2025
Kiwis are chucking their Christmas gifts in the reject pile more often than you'd think, but which items are among the commonly discarded?
New Zealand
Here's your guide to what will - and won't - be operating this Christmas.
December 25, 2025
Cats can struggle when they're left on their own for long periods of time, but is it better to bring the cat camping with you?
Although the risk can be high, experts say there are simple ways to avoid the unwanted gift of food poisoning this holiday season.
Christmas is a season built on tradition, and every whānau has their own way of making the holidays special.
The Prime Minister thanked essential workers keeping the country running over Christmas.
Politics
December 24, 2025
As Paulette Crowley prepares to celebrate her tenth Christmas without alcohol, she remembers the agony of the very first one and reflects on lessons from the past decade.
Five families who walked through the Kindness Collective’s doors spoke to 1News about what brought them there.
December 23, 2025
Maintaining a reasonable sleep schedule during the holiday season can be tricky, but experts say there are dozens of sneaky solutions to help make Christmas feel less tiring.
Retail NZ said most retailers make around two-thirds of their annual profit in this quarter, making it “critical” to get customers through the door now.
Business
December 21, 2025
Nearly 210,000 claims have been lodged for injuries linked to Christmas activities since 2020.
Health
The unrivalled queen of Kiwi cuisine shares her recipes for pretty little cheese cakes and speedy salmon tartlets.
The Hodders of Pahiatua reveal where they splurge and where they save on their Christmas celebrations.
December 20, 2025
A felled radiata pine from the Timaru District Council forestry block now stands proudly on Bay Hill, thanks to a community-led effort.
December 18, 2025
Alice Taylor's easy, delicious treats will bring more joy than (almost) anything money could buy.
December 14, 2025
The convenient mode of shopping is rife this holiday season but consumers are advised to enter these agreements carefully.
December 13, 2025
For those with dietary restrictions, navigating the Christmas period while avoiding certain holiday treats can be harrowing.
December 6, 2025
The winter festival was 'paused' in February's annual plan budget, saying the half-million-dollar cost couldn't be justified.
December 3, 2025
The reindeer hoofed it on Saturday (local time) from Santa's Enchanted Forest, a festive event held annually in the seaside town of Formby, north of Liverpool.
World
December 1, 2025
OPINION: If you're looking to create a budget-friendly festive feast, look no further than the humble chicken.
November 30, 2025
From Auckland’s busiest malls to local favourites across the country, the man in red is now spreading Christmas cheer across Aotearoa.
November 29, 2025
It’s that time of year when the to-do list can feel out of control and your energy tank is running low. Deep breath. There's a way through this.
November 23, 2025
Alice Taylor shares three simple ways to beat the 'potluck panic' – and reveals her pick of the biggest national favourite.
November 16, 2025
Yes, alcohol is all around but keeping it out of your body is easier than you might suspect.
December 24, 2024
