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
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 14 Dec, 2021Auckland businesses see red, property values soar and Elon Musk takes the spoils in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Dec 06:33 PM
WorldUK records first Omicron death, Britons rush for boostersPM asks country to set aside "idea that this is somehow a milder version of the virus".13 Dec 05:02 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsDerek Cheng: PM's New Year's present not without health and political riskArdern has effectively endorsed the system's readiness to manage outbreaks from next year.13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Boris Johnson's Covid Christmas party hangoverOPINION: Our editorial on the British Prime Minister's serious political trouble.13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New YearWhanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs US nears 800,000 virus deaths, 1 of every 100 older Americans has perishedNew York Times: 75% of people who have died of the virus in the US have been 65 or older.13 Dec 08:00 AM
New ZealandNurse investigated over online threats to attack vaccination busesDunedin nurse referred to a professional conduct committee by Nursing Council.13 Dec 06:15 AM
New ZealandNorthland's 'vulnerable communities' at risk of spread - Covid expertRegions at red now have an additional period of time for second doses to be administered.13 Dec 04:53 AM
New ZealandAuckland at orange: What you can (and can't) doAll regions currently at red – except for Northland - will move to orange on December 30.13 Dec 04:23 AM
New ZealandOut of the red: Auckland moving to orange traffic light setting in time for NYEThe next full review of the traffic lights will be on January 17.13 Dec 03:37 AM
