Small BusinessBiggest decline in economic confidence since the GFC - surveyAlmost half the country SMEs plan on increasing service costs, amid high inflation.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 15 Dec, 2021Aucklanders are set free, hundreds of police set to lose their jobs and a new study reveals more on Omicron in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch14 Dec 02:38 PM
New ZealandFocus: Aucklanders freed as checkpoints liftAucklanders are finally free to leave the city after almost four months locked up as borders lifted overnight. Video / NZ HeraldWatch14 Dec 01:15 PM
New ZealandMore Covid-19 cases identified in TaranakiPop-up testing clinics will be running in Hāwera and Eltham today.14 Dec 08:23 AM
New ZealandCovid misinformation probe: Three doctors suspended from practisingThe trio have appealed the Medical Council's decision.14 Dec 06:38 AM
New ZealandCountdown to freedom - police warn of delays, reveal how Northland checkpoints will workPolice have announced two Community Compliance Checkpoints will be set up in Northland.14 Dec 05:24 AM
WorldWarning signs from rise of Omicron in Nordic nationsDenmark's current crisis may be a sign the virus is spreading silently.14 Dec 05:23 AM
New Zealand'Lottery of human misery': Grounded Kiwis deliver MIQ petition to Parliament"We're all part of the 'team of 6 million' - it's not a team of 5 million."14 Dec 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAnalysis: $500m more Govt support gives Air NZ breathing spaceNew support means the airline can withstand 'unforeseen delays' without increasing debt.14 Dec 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionMajor building product supplier warns of price risesOne manufacturers' product price will rise 27.5 per cent from February 1.14 Dec 04:43 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'A drop in the ocean' - sector's verdict as Govt adds 600 tech visasThe high-growth industry says it needs a series of other moves.14 Dec 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldI got caught in a pandemic panic two years into Covid. It felt like day oneNew York Times: When a trip turns into a nightmare of conflicting public health orders.14 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandTairāwhiti community leaders call for Covid checkpoints over summerThe region has the second-lowest full vaccination rate in the country, at 82 per cent.14 Dec 03:53 AM
New Zealand'It shouldn't come down to the day before': Pharmacies waiting on rapid antigen testsFree rapid antigen testing will be rolled out at around 600 pharmacies in NZ tomorrow.14 Dec 03:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlights set to double into Napier as Auckland border reopens, businesses welcome economic boostAn exodus of holiday makers and loved ones from Auckland is set to begin.14 Dec 03:18 AM
New ZealandNZ air crew close contacts of Omicron case in AustraliaSeveral crew members arrived in New Zealand last night, and are in an MIQ facility.14 Dec 02:48 AM
WorldNSW records 804 Covid cases - highest daily total in 10 weeksA spike in cases is linked to two growing clusters in the city of Newcastle.14 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandWhat does Omicron mean for NZ? UK virologist weighs in on new Covid threatDr Chris Smith talks to Science Digest about what the UK is seeing from Omicron.14 Dec 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldDenmark killed 17 million minks over Covid fears. It may have been illegalNew York Times: PM didn't know govt lacked legal authority to order the mass slaughter.14 Dec 01:35 AM
WorldGlobal data reveals who's spreading Covid Omicron variantA similar pattern of infection is being reported as Omicron takes hold worldwide.14 Dec 01:25 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe end of a return-to-office dateNew York Times: More and more companies are saying: We'll get back to you.14 Dec 01:00 AM
WorldSouth Africa's Omicron outbreaks may already be running out of steamThe nation's case fatality rate is now one in 200 – the lowest it's been so far.14 Dec 12:54 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDavid Seymour: Families start to notice hidden costs of CovidOPINION: Prices will rise just as sure as night follows day.14 Dec 12:35 AM
New ZealandUnder fire anti vax doctors open their clinic doors as investigation by health authorities continuesControversial North Canterbury doctor appears to be operating her clinic as normal today.14 Dec 12:05 AM
PoliticsOmicron Grinch infects travel decision-makingOmicron could be a Grinch, Grounded Kiwis present petition over MIQ.13 Dec 11:53 PM
New ZealandRapid antigen testing: What you need to knowWho will be required to get it and who will need the PCR one?13 Dec 11:22 PM
New Zealand'Human pin cushion': Officials slam fake booster pamphletThe fake form contains misinformation about the virus and the vaccine.13 Dec 11:10 PM
New ZealandFocus: PM Ardern cautious of Omicron variant overseas PM Jacinda Ardern says the Government is keeping a close eye on Omicron but is still going ahead with all reconnection plans for now. Video / Mark MitchellWatch13 Dec 10:40 PM
EducationIncrease in parents wanting to home-school their childrenMinistry of Education figures show a huge spike in applications.13 Dec 09:59 PM
New ZealandEscape from Auckland: Expect delays if travelling by road, air as borders liftAucklanders heading out of the city tonight can expect delays as boundaries are removed.13 Dec 09:59 PM
Travel2021 a year of travel for Love Island star and other celebritiesThe pandemic is no match for the travel plans of the rich and famous.13 Dec 09:37 PM
BusinessNo New Year fireworks for SkyCityBut the casino operator has welcomed the certainty of moving to orange for New Year's eve.13 Dec 07:36 PM
PoliticsBusinesses fuming over orange delay, Northland 'nowhere near' leaving redDelayed party for Auckland has northern neighbour envious - but local businesses fuming.13 Dec 07:06 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAcross the world, Covid anxiety and depression take holdNew York Times: A sudden revival of restrictions have added to an epidemic of loneliness.13 Dec 07:06 PM
