243 Covid cases - the highest since start of pandemic
The record was 222 daily community cases on November 16 last year.
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Border opening for skilled workers could be too late for horticulture
Some industry sectors fear the movement of workers could go both ways.
Borders reopen from Feb 27, travellers to self-isolate, MIQ for unvaxxed
The shift to self-isolation will begin from the end of this month.
142 new community cases, 6 in hospital, as infections span nine regions
The Auckland region has once more become a Covid hotspot as Omicron spreads.
Midwife fined after giving placebo during birth
Censured and fined $13,500 for unethical conduct.
Live: 91 new cases, 10 people in hospital; Omicron now 'dominant variant'
It comes after 103 new cases were reported yesterday, 56 in Auckland.
Kelly Tarlton's and two InterCity bus trips listed as high-risk location of interest
Locations not deemed high risk but people are advised to self-monitor for symptoms.
'A huge problem': People not picking up medication as $5 charge is a 'barrier'
People are choosing which medication to pick up and which to leave behind, a pharmacy says
'Thoroughly cook mussels': Warning after spike in illness relating to food prep
Three cases have been reported in the Lakes District Health Board region this summer.
Live: 15 new Omicron cases, exposure fears at polo event, 105 total cases - only 4 in hospital
Cases of the new variant have now surpassed Delta infections in this country.
Live: At least 12 Soundsplash Covid cases; four new Omicron locations
Covid hangover after weekend festival, truckies wonder about future Omicron rules.
Omicron in Queenstown; Govt under pressure after 'seizure' of rapid tests
Lack of Māori input and specific details of plan have been criticised.
New mask rules 'don't go far enough'; Govt to reveal more on plan for Omicron
It comes as testing capacity is boosted and new mask rules introduced.
'We may never know': Boy undiagnosed after month in hospital
The family say Bowden is making progress but anticipated a 'very long road' to recovery.
New Covid-19 mask rules: Everything you need to know
Masks play a significant role when 'done right', says PM.
NZ moving to red - how to prepare for the Omicron outbreak
Make sure you and your household have a plan for self-isolation if someone gets sick.
NZ to red tonight; Omicron circulating in Auckland, possibly South Island - PM
PM Jacinda Ardern confirms 9 community cases of Omicron in the Nelson area.
30 days in MIQ because he can't be isolated from infected partner
Officials suggested he should catch Covid-19 to avoid a longer stay.
'A sad day': Brian Tamaki speaks out after bail refused - now behind bars for 10 days
The controversial church leader was arrested this morning at his Auckland home.
NZ on 'borrowed time': Omicron-infected MIQ worker; traffic light review
From today, Kiwis aged between 5 and 11 can get immunised against Covid-19.
Live: MIQ worker tests positive for Covid, 29 community cases
Officials are keeping a close on eye on Omicron cases at the border.
Live: 18 new Covid cases in the community, 43 at the border
How many Covid cases will be identified at the border today?
'Welcome news': Only 14 community cases despite higher testing rates
On Tuesday, there were nine cases at the border.
Covid: More than half a million kids' vaccine doses arrive in NZ, 85 new community cases
So far, NZ has avoided community transmission of the Omicron variant.
Mt Maunganui festival may be linked to new Wellington community cases
There are two new Covid-19 community cases in the Wellington community.
'Intense itching': Maulers and larvae plague beachgoers
'I could feel tiny little egg-like creatures hitting against me as I swam'.
'Please don't brush it away': Bay melanoma stats revealed
Karen Smith never gave skin cancer a thought. Then she found a spot on her back.
Covid: 49 new cases, Pacific community hits 90% milestone
Limits on gathering ended today across most of NZ ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations.
Live updates: Second Omicron case in community puts New Zealand on edge
It's unclear how the infected DJ travelled from Waiheke Island to Auckland CBD.
Live: 60 new community cases; second Omicron border-related case in community
Second border-related case is an Air New Zealand crew member who worked on December 24.
Watch: Up to 100 people isolating after close contact with Omicron case
Covid-19 expert fears UK musician could have picked up variant in MIQ.
Covid: Woman in 70s dies, 18 new community cases today
Yesterday 34 community cases of Covid-19 were reported.
'We were as confused as everybody else' - Pharmacists on booster eligibility
Opposition leaders criticise the Government for "crazy" vaccination booster rollout.
Covid: A patient in their 50s has died, 62 community cases
What will the latest case numbers show?