Christmas Eve remains New Zealand's busiest shopping day

Wednesday 24 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 24 Dec 2025, 4:42pm

Christmas Eve has once again been the busiest day for shopping in New Zealand. While retailers in areas like central Christchurch saw significant activity, data indicates that overall spending and the number of shoppers are decreasing compared to previous years.

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1. StuffWed 24 Dec 2025, 3:52pm

   Christmas Eve still the year’s biggest spending day - but shoppers are pulling back (opens in new tab)

2. The PressWed 24 Dec 2025, 4:42pm

   Tills ring loud on Christmas Eve as shoppers hit the streets in droves (opens in new tab)