New ZealandLive: New variant in UK and likely Germany, Italy; NZ deems nine countries 'very high-risk'South African scientists first raised alarm about the new variant this week.27 Nov 06:36 PM
New ZealandTemperature boost expected as rain hits West CoastSome rain was expected for Buller and Westland in the coming days but not as severe.27 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas in mind for crowds getting vaccineTwenty-five Catholic churches also came together for a big pop-up event in Māngere.27 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKawerau records first Delta caseThe case was one of four announced in the Bay of Plenty today.27 Nov 07:38 AM
New ZealandWatch live: NZ's sharpest spellers hit the stage in national spelling beeThe event would be based in both Wellington and Auckland, thanks to Covid-19.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Surreal': Friends mourn sport identity's Covid death as Auckland reopening nearsThere were 173 new community cases yesterday, less than the seven-day average of 187.26 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuWhangārei nurse Coral Waipo has received share of $20,000 scholarshipWhangārei nurse gets $20,000 scholarships for study to improve Māori healthcare outcomes26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandArmed police attending firearm incident in HamiltonCordons are in place as officers attend the incident on Dominion Rd.26 Nov 01:01 AM
New ZealandEast Auckland school staying open after student tests positiveThe student was infectious while at Farm Cove Intermediate School in Pakuranga on Monday.25 Nov 11:16 PM
New ZealandWhangārei District Council rejects funding controversial Oruku conference centreNo ratepayer funding for Whangārei's controversial Oruku conference centre25 Nov 10:21 PM
TravelAm I eligible? Who can skip MIQ in NZ's three-phase approachRelaxation of MIQ requirements will be staggered over January to April.25 Nov 08:50 PM
New ZealandTeen killing: Grieving family in court; not guilty pleas enteredConnor Whitehead was shot dead outside a party earlier this month.25 Nov 08:15 PM
TravelWorld famous reef 'gives birth' in an explosion of colourNature, it seems, is healing.25 Nov 07:04 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInfluenza, RSV and Covid all expected next winter as borders reopenLeading epidemiologist concerned over return of influenza next year.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandExplainer: How $1.5b will transform Covid testing and home isolationFind out where and when you can buy a Covid-19 test from your local pharmacy.25 Nov 04:08 AM
New ZealandRapid Covid tests to go on sale to public, more support for home isolationMinisters Little, Sepuloni and Verrall have made a suite of announcements today.24 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandTwo Covid-19 cases in Northland the last 24 hours, new locations of interest identifiedThree unlinked Covid-19 cases in Ruakaka have popped up in the past week.24 Nov 09:58 PM
TravelLookalike Location: The Australian island pretending to be BaliWhen Covid-19 stopped Hollywood stars from filming in Bali, an Aussie island stepped up.24 Nov 07:01 PM
New ZealandBook My Vaccine to make comeback in booster campaignMore than 40,000 fewer bookings are being made each day compared to August.24 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandOnerahi P lab busted and $15k of cash seized in Whangārei police operationThree addresses in Onerahi, Raumanga, and the Avenues were searched on Wednesday.24 Nov 02:41 AM
TravelFully vaccinated Kiwis can bypass MIQ next February: What you need to knowFully vaccinated Kiwis can skip quarantine from January 17, 2022.24 Nov 12:57 AM
New ZealandGarry Grimmer sentenced - again - for North Canterbury tyre pile arsonThe man responsible for a raging tyre fire north of Chch has been sentenced23 Nov 09:34 PM
KahuŌtangarei faces testing time ahead after positive Covid case, local leader saysA local leader says the community is bracing for a potential cluster from the case.23 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelAustralia prepares for 200,000 arrivals by JanuaryAustralia set to see 200,000 quarantine-free arrivals by January.22 Nov 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'To lose just one person will be a huge loss': Fire brigades could be short of crewA fire chief fears the mandate will extinguish lifelong commitments to the service.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt reviewing 'heartless' gap in resurgence support payment schemeChange is needed for businesses staring down the barrel of closure.21 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds of jobs lost: Marsden Pt confirms move to import-only terminalMove confirmed - Marsden Pt Oil Refinery to be fuel import only terminal21 Nov 10:17 PM
New ZealandLive: Will Auckland take the plunge? Experts on whether hospo and hairdressers will openNearing 100 days in lockdown, Cabinet will re-evaluate Auckland's alert level tomorrow.20 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Like a brother to us': Friend pays tribute to victim of boating tragedy"He was always there... a very great man."20 Nov 04:33 AM
New ZealandMayor confident risk is low after Wellington Covid case confirmedThe ministry is urging anyone in Wellington with Covid-19 symptoms to get tested.20 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandDate projection: How far away is your area from 90% double-jab rate?The two other Auckland DHBs aren't far behind.20 Nov 01:04 AM
New ZealandMore than 50 Waikeria Prison staff isolating after Covid linkAll nursing staff at the prison are isolating, leaving the health centre short-staffed.19 Nov 07:09 AM
New ZealandKiwis get a look at longest partial lunar eclipse visible in NZ for 800 yearsThe moon's face was 97 per cent covered by the deepest part of the Earth's shadow.19 Nov 06:47 AM
New ZealandHave you been here? Today's Covid locations of interestSome linked locations are in Tokoroa, Matamata, Bethlehem, Hamilton and Mt Maunganui.19 Nov 06:31 AM
