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'We hope they will come': Kiwifruit employers on RSE workers

'I miss my family so much': We talk to RSE workers who have not been home since 2020.

Covid-19 Omicron outbreak: Latest case numbers revealed

There were hundreds more local cases and several with the virus are in hospital.

Upset residents say their lake is now an 'embarrassment'

It used to be 'beautiful'. Now they call it their 'swamp'.

Kiwifruit workers earning up to $40 an hour as sector battles labour shortage

Some seasonal kiwifruit workers are choosing the days and hours they want to work.

Red barn for rescued donkeys gets makeover

Olive has been rescuing donkeys for more than 30 years, and now her barn is in top shape.

Where in the world did our MIQ cases come from?

The number of people who tested positive in MIQ and where they came from can be revealed.

Russia-Ukraine war: 'All I want to do is get to Anna and the children'

A Tauranga man is heading to Poland to reunite with his Ukrainian fiancee.

'Exceptionally high demand': Residents face hurdles in RAT race

Plus, what to do if your RAT tests positive and how to report your results.

Bella Vista Homes developer, engineer appeal conviction

Three Bella Vista Homes defendants have appealed their criminal convictions.

Premium debate: Subscriber views on Rainbow Springs closing

Our Premium subscribers have their say.

Patients contract Covid in hospital, visitors asked to take 'extreme caution'

PLUS: Practical tips for preparing to self-isolate at home.

'It's scary': Ukraine-Russia war fuels pain at pump

Transport businesses feel they have "no choice" but to pass on the cost.

Bella Vista Homes developer, engineer appeal convictions

Lawyer describes original judge's reason for finding guilt as 'sweeping and denigrating'.

Luke Kirkness: Now is not the time to became complacent about Covid

OPINION: Fewer people seem to be taking the threat of the virus seriously, to our peril.

Helen Clark's dad turns 100: A secret to a long life

The former PM Helen Clark's father George celebrates 100 years.

'Huge pressure': Hospital at 93 per cent capacity as Omicron surges

But the Health Minister says he is 'confident' hospitals were prepared for the outbreak.