Man accused of spitting on cops tests negative for coronavirus
If positive, the man faced up to 14 years in jail for spreading an infectious disease.
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Five arrests as Kiwis flout lockdown rules
A new online form to report breaches is running hot
Chief High Court Judge steps down
Wellington-based Justice Susan Thomas will take over the leadership role in late May.
'Intense pain': Father of Marist student speaks of Covid-19 battle
He says he was turned away for testing twice before a positive test in hospital.
'Very fortunate': Family sent to luxury hotel for two-week quarantine
Others have been sent to shoebox motel units or campervans.
Desert Road human remains: Police search West Auckland house
An Auckland house is being searched in connection to a body found buried off Desert Rd
Cyclist critically injured in Auckland CBD car crash
The cyclist has been taken to hospital in a critical condition.
Coronavirus: Foodstuffs suppliers allowed to move to 10-day payments
It was hoped the move would give suppliers more financial certainty during the lockdown.
Coronavirus: Marist College, Bluff wedding and Matamata pub clusters grow
There are now 708 confirmed and probable Covid-19 cases in New Zealand.
Eerily quiet streets reflect traffic figures
The coronavirus lockdown has turned our major cities' motorways into ghost roads.
1000 alerts on price gouging sent to Govt inbox
The special Government email was set up to dob in potential price gouging during lockdown.
Thick-as thieves: Police warn those who stole health tent to get Covid-19 test
'Save yourself a bit of trouble' and return the tent.
'It shouldn't be this hard': Marist dad turned away twice before positive Covid-19 test
He was told his symptoms weren't severe and he did not meet the criteria, he says.
Over 30 ICU beds fast-tracked at Christchurch Hospital
The MoH is bumping up bed numbers at Christchurch Hospital's new Hagley building.
When is the lockdown bake-off? What happened to all of NZ's flour?
Social media is rife with posts about a lack of flour throughout the country.
Multimillionaire paedophile released from prison
Martin Lawes was sentenced to more than 4 years in prison. He spent 18 months behind bars.
'Excessive, unreasonable and unfair': Family face $1620 p/w rent during lockdown
Ray Chun says the situation is unfair and the Government should offer relief to renters.
Lockdown: Stranded families running out of money for food and accommodation
Families and individuals depending on charity for food parcels.
Three police officers in self-isolation after being spat on
Top Auckland cop: 'I am appalled by the reckless and dangerous actions of this man.'
SkyPath could be built in post-lockdown economy
Several large transport projects are 'shovel-ready' for when Covid-19 pandemic is over.
The Warehouse, Noel Leeming to open online for basics
The Government says the sale of these added goods is essential to all Kiwis.
Covid-19 coronavirus: Botany testing tent stolen
'It is very difficult to know what they think they are going to use it for.'
Teen missing in Auckland; distraught family stuck in France by Covid-19
"I pray every day for you, Eloi. We will find you again."
Out the other side: NZ entrepreneur's descent into coronavirus and recovery
Entrepreneur Jenene Crossan has been posting videos to Twitter about her Covid-19 journey.
How to grieve when you can't hold a funeral during lockdown
Funeral directors have released tips on how to grieve when you can't hold a funeral.
Coronavirus: New figures confirm Auckland's ghost motorways
The impact of coronavirus in New Zealand was starting to make a significant impact.
'If we're still seeing new cases ... then we may need to stay in level 4 longer'
The four week lockdown could be extended if more Covid 19 cases arise.
Covid-19 coronavirus: Kiwi couple make heart-wrenching decision
Cancelled flights meant only one parent departed for their new life in Glasgow.
Watch: 'Horrific' - Family verbally abused on local beach walk
The mother of an Auckland family was left in tears over the confrontation.
Covid-19 coronavirus: New cluster identified in Matamata
There are nine cases of Covid-19 in the Waikato town.
'Thank you': Grey Lynn residents join in appreciation for frontline workers
The aim is to have Kiwis show they appreciation for frontline health workers and others.
'This looks like an open home': Seller allegedly flouts lockdown
Man witnessed the alleged open home and confronted the group of three.
'I have cried so many times': Pharmacist on the frontline chaos of Covid-19
'I am really scared, it's been tough.'
Covid-19: Eight Air NZ staff test positive - flight routes revealed
All are at home and the Ministry of Health are contract tracing