The Coalition slashed funding for Matariki celebrations by 45 percent in the Budget.
After facing the prospect of spending Christmas alone, Catherine O'Mara took to social media.
Residents of an Auckland street famous for its festive lights say the tradition is losing its sparkle, and some are ready to pull the plug.
The group played New Zealand earlier in November.
Kiwis gathered across the Aotearoa for hautapu ceremonies, to eat plenty of kai, and to spend time with whānau.
New Zealander of the Year and Māori astronomer, Professor Rangi Mātāmua, created the resource after getting lots of requests.
"It's a great day to learn about our history."
From Auckland to Queenstown and Wellington to Wanaka, this is how we did it.
Thousands of New Zealanders are expected to go to the end of their driveways for a minute's silence.
How late is too late?
Auckland Transport wants the public to be aware of possible delays and detours.
"They are a wonderful couple and an example of a very happy couple."
It's more than just a healthy diet.
Celebrate your own way and don't buy into the one-upmanship
From a delicate High Tea to dining-in-the-dark, Newshub has your Mother's Day outing sorted.
Chaos unfolded during the night.
At least eight people have been injured.
Auckland wasn't the only place to watch.
Spending New Year's with the little ones? Here's what's on offer.
Don't be a Halloween grinch - embrace it and have fun, writes Rhonwyn Newson.
