WorldNew studies reveal why Omicron variant is less severeMultiple new studies have revealed why the Omicron variant causes milder disease.01 Jan 06:41 AM
WorldShould kids be vaccinated? Brazil turns to online surveyBrazil's government is asking the online public for guidance.01 Jan 05:42 AM
WorldWhy 2022 will be 'the year this pandemic ends'Experts around the world suggest in 2022, the pandemic will finally finish.01 Jan 04:52 AM
New ZealandHealth Ministry prepares for vaccine booster demandAuckland's biggest vaccination centre is reopening today.01 Jan 12:33 AM
WorldOmicron's New Year cocktail: Sorrow, fear and hope for 2022More than 285 million people have been infected by Covid-19 worldwide since late 2019.01 Jan 12:26 AM
New ZealandGoff on Auckland in orange: 'Get outside, see friends, stay safe'Auckland's mayor Phil Goff hopes residents will continue to enjoy their freedom this year.31 Dec 11:34 PM
WorldOmicron surge: Record cases in AustraliaCases in NSW and Victoria continue to rise.31 Dec 10:47 PM
New ZealandRest home Covid case emerges; no official update todayThe lack of a daily update comes as there were two Omicron community exposures this week.31 Dec 10:03 PM
New ZealandUrgent need for reset on number of Covid-19 lab tests - medical instituteThe Medical Laboratory Science Institute is warning of the risk of NZ labs being swamped.31 Dec 09:22 PM
New ZealandAward-winning restaurant Fleur's Place forced to shut indefinitelyThe Moeraki eatery's closure comes due to a lack of Covid-19 vaccinated staff.31 Dec 09:10 PM
WorldNew Year, new hope: Positive detail in surging Aussie Omicron casesOne figure offers hope as Omicron cases surge in Australia.31 Dec 07:04 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesStaying power: Singapore Airlines plans to get off the blocks fast when NZ opens upNew NZ boss says it wants to lure passengers back with good prices and its network reach31 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSingapore Airlines' new take on runway fashion - recycled plane partsAircraft seats, windows, life vests, bed sheets, blankets all getting new lease of life.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandICU doctor thanks 'heroic' Kiwis for protecting health system from Covid-19Wellington Hospital's intensive care unit did not treat a single Covid-19 patient in 2021.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandLive: Sun sets on 2021; Harbour Bridge, Sky Tower light shows to usher in 2022Auckland's light show kicks off from 9pm and Wellington is also hosting a light spectacle.31 Dec 06:21 AM
New ZealandOmicron threat forces Air NZ to stop in-flight food and drinksPassengers travelling on Air New Zealand will be required to wear masks the entire trip.31 Dec 05:31 AM
WorldPolar researchers report Covid outbreak in remote AntarcticaVirus infects two thirds of the 25 staff, despite precautions, vax, continent's isolation.31 Dec 12:37 AM
New ZealandCovid: 49 new cases, Pacific community hits 90% milestoneLimits on gathering ended today across most of NZ ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations.31 Dec 12:00 AM
WorldNSW Omicron outbreak spikes with record-breaking 21,151 casesNew isolation requirements and close contact definitions have come into place.30 Dec 10:28 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay hits 90% double dose vaccination milestone on eve of new yearMilestone reached on the morning of New Year's Eve but the "mahi doesn't stop just yet".30 Dec 08:57 PM
New ZealandOmicron scare: Auckland moves to orange - here's what you need to knowSome things stay the same under the orange light settings - including some face mask rules30 Dec 08:04 PM
WorldUS children hospitalised with Covid in near-record numbersOmicron is sending Covid cases rocketing.30 Dec 07:55 PM
New ZealandNew Year's Day weather: What will 2022 bring?All you need to know for your New Year celebrations.30 Dec 06:41 PM
New ZealandLive updates: Second Omicron case in community puts New Zealand on edgeIt's unclear how the infected DJ travelled from Waiheke Island to Auckland CBD.30 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMatthew Hooton: Hipkins cool and calm in face of OmicronYesterday's press conference could have been a fiasco for the Prime Minister30 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKim Knight: We each defined freedom - now we live with the consequencesDivided by Delta and cut off for a quarter of the year, an Aucklander reflects on 2021.30 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelWoman tests positive for Covid mid-flight, isolates for five hours in plane bathroomShe tested positive mid-flight, so decided to self-isolate right then and there.30 Dec 06:53 AM
WorldAustralian toddler infected with Covid-19 diesThe child was under the age of 2, the cause of death is still yet to be determined.30 Dec 05:37 AM
New ZealandNew Covid-19 case detected in NapierThe case was isolating at home an all known close contacts have been identified.30 Dec 05:35 AM
WorldChina's brutal Covid 'shaming parade'Criticisms as alleged lockdown rule flouters marched through streets in 'shaming parade'.30 Dec 04:54 AM
New ZealandKiwi expert optimistic DJ with Omicron was not infectious while socialisingDJ Dimension's housemates do not appear to have been infected with the Omicron variant.30 Dec 04:26 AM
WorldNew Covid-19 cases in US soar to highest levels on recordThe surge in cases is driven largely by the highly contagious Omicron variant.30 Dec 03:33 AM
WorldNSW hospital numbers surge as cases soarNSW has seen a record spike of 12,226 new Covid-19 cases.30 Dec 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Only in NZ': Hipkins' mum apologises to media, explains why son was lateThe presser was held at a nature reserve.30 Dec 01:49 AM
