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
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
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
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
WorldPfizer tests extra Covid shot for kids under 5 in setbackThe change is disappointing news for families anxious to vaccinate their children.17 Dec 08:53 PM
WorldXmas parties cancelled across Europe as Omicron takes holdSeveral European countries are warily watching the spread of Omicron.17 Dec 07:58 PM
WorldJapan to speed up booster shots amid fear of Omicron spreadModerna boosters have been fast-tracked and granted approval.17 Dec 07:41 PM
EntertainmentThe Crown pauses filming amid positive Covid cases on setFilming for season five of the popular Netflix series has been forced to wrap up early.17 Dec 07:29 PM
WorldGenetic 'X-factor' may be behind Japan's Covid-19 successScientists have discovered a genetic advantage that may be helping to fight Covid-19.17 Dec 07:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFinding the missing 3300: How to lift Northland's vax rate to 90 per centHealth boss lauds ''incredible turnaround'' since traffic light system introduced.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOmicron on collision course with summer: The holiday pandemic risksPacific, Asian travel bubbles were considered in winter - but staffing was stretched.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAshburton intermediate defends vaccine pass for school campPrincipal confirmed Year 8 school camp will exclude unvaccinated pupils from DoC camp.17 Dec 07:54 AM
New ZealandThree new cases of Omicron detected in Rotorua MIQThe three cases were in Rotorua but have been transferred to Jet Park in Auckland.17 Dec 06:20 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhat's in a name? If it's Omicron, a minor marketing challengeNew York Times: Businesses sharing the Greek name have been getting a bit more attention.17 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonRise up better: We've reached our 90% vaccination milestone, what now for Aotearoa New Zealand?Fatigue has crept into everything. But now we're vaxxed, will we rise above the pandemic?17 Dec 05:58 AM
New ZealandKiwis tell how Covid-19 has hit Xmas plansA survey of 1000 Kiwis has laid bare the anxiety across the country this festive season.17 Dec 05:01 AM
New ZealandMid Canterbury GP challenges health officials Covid guidanceDr Sophie Febery left her job at the Methven Medical Centre in October.17 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandChild under 10 becomes NZ's youngest Covid-19 deathA child under the age of 10 has died while infected with Covid-19.17 Dec 03:30 AM
WorldNSW breaks pandemic daily Covid cases record, concerns over Taylor Swift-themed party clusterNSW has again broken its daily Covid case record.17 Dec 02:32 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs virus cases surge, New Yorkers feel a familiar anxietyNY Times: Vaccinated residents who had embraced a return to some normalcy are unsettled.17 Dec 01:13 AM
New ZealandNew Covid-19 location of interest identified in Hāwera, no new places in WhanganuiA Covid-19 case visited a the Hāwera Warehouse and the Plaza in Palmerston North17 Dec 01:06 AM
New ZealandLive: 76 new community Covid cases; 3 more passengers on Omicron flight test positiveGovernment ministers are discussing whether booster shots need to come forward.16 Dec 11:00 PM
