New ZealandLive: Omicron reaches NZ - case in MIQ; Bloomfield won't rule out future lockdownsThe latest variant of concern is surging around the world.16 Dec 03:40 AM
New ZealandNZ's first Omicron case in MIQ: Expert says Govt should consider delaying border reopeningHe says it is 'the biggest decision confronting the Government now'.16 Dec 03:15 AM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Thursday 16 December WrapNew Zealand officially reached the 90 per cent double dose milestone today. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 Dec 01:18 AM
New ZealandLive: 91 cases, protesters descend on Parliament, jabs for kids get green light from MedsafeFrom today health officials are changing the way daily Covid cases are reported.16 Dec 12:20 AM
New ZealandFocus: Vaccinologist on reaching 90%, boosters and OmicronVaccinologist Helen Petousis-Harris on reaching 90 per cent, why we shouldn't stop now and the importance of boosters in the wake of Omicron. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Dec 11:54 PM
New ZealandLive: Vaccine mandate protesters arrive at Parliament, face policeThe protesters will march to Parliament – but Parliament is empty.15 Dec 10:58 PM
New ZealandMission impossible: How we overcame struggles to hit 90% fully vaxxed by XmasTake a look at how New Zealand's rollout progressed in 2021 before reaching 90 per cent.15 Dec 10:55 PM
New ZealandDaily 1pm updates scrapped and moved to TwitterThe way we get our daily updates on Covid-19 is changing.15 Dec 10:55 PM
New ZealandWe've done it! NZ reaches 90% full vaccination milestoneNew Zealand has reached 90 per cent full vaccination coverage.15 Dec 10:42 PM
VideoThe 90% Project: New Zealand reaches 90% fully vaccinatedNew Zealand has reached a major milestone, with 90% of all eligible people fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Video / Dean Purcell / Michael Craig / Jed Bradley / Alex Burton / Getty Watch15 Dec 09:30 PM
RoyalsCharles slams 'nonsense' Covid vaccine conspiracy theoriesThe Prince of Wales has praised vaccination efforts in the UK.15 Dec 07:17 PM
New ZealandLive: NZ on cusp of 90 per cent fully vaxxed before ChristmasBut growing Taranaki cluster is worrying.15 Dec 07:02 PM
New ZealandWatch: Unvaxxed teacher flouts jab rules, goes on pub crawlPrincipal says man 'will not be returning next year' after filming himself breaking rules.15 Dec 07:00 PM
World'Anger': The photo that has all of Britain talkingTwo pictures, side-by-side have gone viral on social media. Now they want Boris gone.15 Dec 05:49 PM
World'No longer stable': Major fears for NSW as Covid cases soar againAs cases hit an alarming three-month high, experts have warned NSW is in "severe trouble".15 Dec 05:30 PM
New ZealandTauranga death of person with Covid first in region'Covid has taken a toll on us all ... but the death of a loved one is a terrible burden.'15 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Appalling, confusing': Covid patient gets apology after home-isolation sagaNurse told woman with Covid-19 she couldn't complete assessment as about to go off duty.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandTearful reunions as Auckland border lifts"Even though they are wearing masks you can see the smiles."15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike HoskingMike Hosking: Why this year was worse than last - and my politician of 2021OPINION: It didn't need to be as bad as it was.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand36 hospitals to be upgraded in $644 million health boostIt is part of plans for operating the health system with Covid in the community.15 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore Kiwis support local border restrictions than opposeBut Aucklanders had a different view.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice warn of 'major repercussions' as unvaxxed officers face being stood downHundreds of officers get set to lose their jobs over vaccine mandate.15 Dec 06:28 AM
New ZealandPM declares NZ has reached vax goal: 'Let's keep going'Speaker Trevor Mallard is not optimistic that Parliament will remain Covid-free in 2022.15 Dec 05:14 AM
New ZealandPerson in their 30s youngest in NZ to die from Covid-19Person in their 30s the youngest person to die of the virus in the country.15 Dec 04:52 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesWhy analysts at Jarden have re-stated their 'sell' rating for Air NZGovt support gives airline more flexibility around capital raise but financial pain ahead.15 Dec 04:32 AM
New Zealand16 flight crew deemed close contacts of Omicron-infected passenger await test resultsThe international flight crew are required to isolate for their entire stopover.15 Dec 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldEven as Omicron cases rise, Boris Johnson faces mutiny over new rulesNew York Times: Record number of PM's party voted against his plan for Covid certificates.15 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandCambridge University's Dr Chris Smith on Covid mutations and why the virus doesn't want to kill usCambridge University's Dr Chris Smith on Covid mutations and why the virus doesn't want to kill us. Video / NZME Watch15 Dec 03:50 AM
New ZealandTearful reunions as families and friends reuniteAuckland Airport is expecting 20,000 travellers to go through the terminal today.15 Dec 03:21 AM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Wednesday 15 December WrapAucklanders have been let free to travel as case numbers in the city continue a promising decline. Video / NZHeraldWatch15 Dec 01:50 AM
EducationHigh school NCEA exams attendance below half in AucklandLess than half of Auckland secondary school students have been turning up for their exams.15 Dec 01:30 AM
New ZealandTaranaki outbreak: Majority of cases kids from local primary schoolFive locations of interest in Hāwera have been announced.15 Dec 12:50 AM
New ZealandYou've done it Auckland! All 3 DHBs reach 90% jab target, what next?After 10 months, Auckland's DHBs have all reached a historic milestone.15 Dec 12:40 AM
New Zealand74 new Covid cases, 1 death as Taranaki school cluster emergesThe person who died was being cared for at Tauranga Hospital.14 Dec 11:51 PM
