New ZealandOmicron outbreak would mirror NSW's explosion in cases - expertThe outbreak in NSW has sharply risen to over 2000 daily cases.19 Dec 07:48 PM
TravelCovid-19 threatens dreams of a 'normal' Christmas in the US, againIndoor events are being cancelled and mobile morgues ordered in a devastating deja-vu.19 Dec 07:17 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldMost of the world's vaccines likely won't prevent infection from OmicronNew York Times: Only Pfizer and Moderna appear to have success at stopping infections.19 Dec 07:01 PM
New ZealandMIQ escapes revealed - experts urge tighter security with rising Omicron casesMore people escaped from or tried to flee MIQ in October than any other month since 2020.19 Dec 06:57 PM
New ZealandDoctors ready for speedy booster roll-out ahead of Cabinet decisionCabinet will today consider whether to shorten the wait time between the doses.19 Dec 06:48 PM
RoyalsRoyal tradition likely cancelled as Covid outbreak worsensBuckingham Palace has insisted the Queen's plans for Christmas are still under discussion.19 Dec 06:40 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 20 Dec, 2021Experts warn of Omicron boom, focus again turns on MIQ and a tragic plane crash in Brisbane in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Dec 06:20 PM
New ZealandCouncil won't require vaccine passes in heart of Chris Hipkins' electorateUpper Hutt Council will continue to monitor the risk.19 Dec 05:48 PM
LifestyleAussie woman sacked for getting Covid vaccineA wellness clinic fired a worker for getting her vax. It blamed God for the decision.19 Dec 05:48 PM
New ZealandOmicron: What you need to know about the new variantOmicron is the fastest spreading variant we have seen throughout the pandemic.19 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandNo-vax gym in Auckland facing hefty fines amid an influx of new members'They're all coming to us,' say Oliver MMA gym owners.19 Dec 06:19 AM
New ZealandExpert's advice on Omicron: 'Keep it out for as long as possible'It is still too early to know if Omicron is a more mild disease or not, expert says.19 Dec 02:56 AM
WorldNSW minister refuses to release Covid modelling of 25,000 cases a dayNSW's Health Minister says it's 'not appropriate' to release worrying research.19 Dec 01:32 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand cracks new vaccine milestoneNew Zealand has reached a new milestone in its vaccine rollout.19 Dec 12:46 AM
OpinionSir Ian Taylor: Politicians go on holiday at a dangerous timeOpinion: No, Prime Minister, the people who deserve a break are those on the front line.19 Dec 12:30 AM
New ZealandCovid: 55 new cases; five more Omicron detectionsMIQ rules need to be tightened immediately until more about Omicron is known, experts say.18 Dec 11:30 PM
KahuPrioritise tamariki Māori in children's Covid vaccine rollout - health expertsMāori children should be prioritised in the vaccination rollout, health experts say.18 Dec 11:15 PM
Entertainment'SNL' ditches audience, limits cast and crew amid OmicronThe comedy show would tape without a live audience and with only limited cast and crew.18 Dec 10:56 PM
New ZealandReturnees owe $36m in overdue MIQ feesMIQ said it has sent out $170 million worth of invoices since the fees scheme started.18 Dec 08:28 PM
WorldNetherlands 'going into lockdown again' to curb OmicronNations across Europe are reimposing tighter restrictions.18 Dec 07:32 PM
New Zealand'I'm not going to lie. I've been terrified': Concerns about public transport and unvaccinated peopleSome people are fearful of catching public transport.18 Dec 05:31 PM
New Zealand'There is a need for a kind of shift': Covid-19 expert wants a change of focusNZ needs to shift its focus to living with Covid-19 and avoiding lockdowns: WHO adviser18 Dec 05:17 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleKyle MacDonald: How to flourish in a pandemic worldMake the best of the situation you find yourself in and keep adapting.18 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDerek Cheng: An over-cautious PM or the MoH's risk radar missing the mark?If the Health Ministry underestimates potential risk, what does that mean for Omicron?18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOmicron arrival: New Zealand now has eight confirmed casesPassengers on flights with Omicron cases required to do 10 days in managed isolation.18 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWatch: Inside state-of-art new MC Centre offices, Auckland"People unpacked and chose to come back" - Kylie Mooney, MC chief executive.18 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Nothing has turned out as bad as predictedOPINION: I suspect next year is going to be just as uncertain as the last two years.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Why critical healthcare workers couldn't get into NZEmails released under the OIA show what caused the MIQ bungle.18 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldSurging Covid cases in US and Europe bring a 2020 feel to the end of 2021New Omicron variant threatens to wipe out a second holiday season in Europe.18 Dec 06:03 AM
RetailNew public awareness campaign reminds Kiwis to 'shop nice'The Retail NZ CEO says a line in the sand needs to be drawn against undue abuse.18 Dec 04:14 AM
New Zealand'Tragic and sobering': Child unknowingly infected is NZ's youngest Covid-19 deathThe child died earlier this week and tested positive for Covid after dying.18 Dec 01:55 AM
New ZealandAutopsy links man's rare death to Covid jab; expert urges people to get help if neededRory James Nairn, 26, took his final breath on November 17.18 Dec 01:40 AM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Saturday 18 December WrapDecember 18 2021 There were 39 new cases of Covid-19 in the community today and 10 new cases in MIQ. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Dec 12:13 AM
New Zealand'Every day counts': Omicron traps man with dying father in MIQ for longer"We're only here for three weeks, every day with him counts."17 Dec 10:29 PM
