PremiumPremiumWorldChina calls on 'little inoculated warriors' in its war on CovidNew York Times: The country regards children as crucial in its quest for herd immunity.06 Dec 08:58 PM
New ZealandMidwife shortage at Invercargill Hospital an 'extreme risk' - DHBInvercargill Hospital has just 17 per cent of the midwives it needs.06 Dec 08:53 PM
New ZealandWomen accused of breaching Covid-19 restrictions named after suppression lapsesThey are Marcia Kararaina Ngarimu, Tina Aroha Steedman, Te Kuia Kimihia G Peretini06 Dec 08:30 PM
New ZealandCovid outbreak in Nelson: Second school staff member infectedThe staff member is considered to have been infectious from December 4.06 Dec 07:33 PM
New ZealandLive: Experts warn 'race is on' as new Covid drug set for NZIn high risk patients it can reduce the risk of death and hospitalisation by 89 per cent.06 Dec 07:25 PM
New ZealandThames mayor's vaccine views sparked conduct complaintSandra Goudie wants the Novavax vaccine, but it's not yet approved for use in New Zealand.06 Dec 07:04 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldSpike in Omicron variant cases puts Europe on edgeNew York Times: Concerns even tougher restrictions are looming over the holiday period.06 Dec 06:54 PM
WorldScientist behind UK Covid vaccine says next pandemic may be worseThat is unless more money is devoted to research, according to Professor Sarah Gilbert.06 Dec 06:40 PM
WorldFiji reports two cases of Omicron variantThe pair travelled to the island nation from Nigeria on November 25.06 Dec 06:35 PM
New ZealandHigh Court rules release of Māori vaccination data to Whanau OraWOCA says the decision comes too late, with the Auckland border opening next week.06 Dec 06:26 PM
WorldThe city imposing the toughest vaccine mandatesStrictest rules in the US will impact kids as young as 5 years old.06 Dec 05:39 PM
New ZealandKiwi Covid denier's Delta hell: 'We were planning my funeral'Karina Haira didn't believe the virus could kill. Until it collapsed her lungs.06 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialOmicron - is a border rethink warranted?OPINION: Our editorial on the nervous wait to find out what Omicron may be capable of.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSome pharmacies criticised for charging to print vaccine passesThousands of people have been accessing their vaccine passports through pharmacies.06 Dec 06:35 AM
New ZealandMayor slams anti-vax abuse after bakery is forced to call policeCustomer 'started yelling and smashing the table' after staff asked to see vaccine pass.06 Dec 06:05 AM
VideoFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Monday 6th December WrapKiwis will have access to Pfizer’s new antiviral treatment for Covid-19, after Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed Pharmac had secured 60,000 doses. Video / Mark Mitchell / Dean Purcell / Michael CraigWatch06 Dec 05:08 AM
New ZealandDHB investigating claim vaccination staff paid for big night out with Prezzy cards'I am not aware of how the food and beverages were paid for,' DHB boss says.06 Dec 05:07 AM
Small BusinessParty like the end of World War II, says Auckland restaurateurBut Restaurant Association says move to traffic light system 'wasn't smooth' for many.06 Dec 04:22 AM
Politics'National disgrace': Govt Covid response for Māori slammedSiouxsie Wiles: 'With Omicron we're seeing quite a lot of children now being hospitalised'06 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: NZ secures 60,000 doses of Pfizer's new antiviral medicineDecember 6 2021 PM Jacinda Ardern says Pharmac has secured 60,000 doses of Pfizer's new antiviral medicine. It had up to 90% reduction in death, and could be taken at the first stage of someone getting unwell with Covid-19.Watch06 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandQueenstown developer's lockdown breach 'simply an oversight'Min Yang, 42, admitted breaching lockdown rules in court this morning.06 Dec 02:05 AM
New ZealandWatch: NZ secures 60,000 doses of Pfizer's new antiviral drugAnnouncement comes after the first weekend of the new traffic light system.06 Dec 02:00 AM
WorldCovid protesters met with water cannon, tear gas in BelgiumThe protest came after the government tightened restrictions to slow a spike in cases.06 Dec 01:29 AM
New ZealandFour new cases in Nelson as virus spreads in South IslandThree are linked and investigations are ongoing into the other case.06 Dec 12:43 AM
New Zealand135 Covid cases, more positive tests in Nelson regionSeven people are in ICU with the virus.06 Dec 12:25 AM
New ZealandGisborne cafe's plan to get around traffic light system failsThe cafe had planned to host "events" some mornings so it could bypass the system.05 Dec 11:28 PM
New ZealandAbout 10 per cent of midwives still to provide MoH with vaccine evidenceThames Birthing Unit has taken on more clients since LMCs left due to the vaccine mandate.05 Dec 10:07 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: Families left waiting to come home to NZFully vaccinated tourist can enter NZ in April, but visa processing has been suspended.05 Dec 09:24 PM
New Zealand'Caution paid off' - PM's reassurance of a summer without lockdownsExpert says Aucklanders staying with the unvaccinated could be a "real disaster".05 Dec 09:06 PM
WorldAfrican countries redoubling efforts to control spread of OmicronAfrican countries are redoubling efforts to detect and control the spread of the Omicron variant as weekly new Covid-19 cases on the continent are rising by 54 per cent. Video / APWatch05 Dec 08:51 PM
World'Worrying': Omicron doctor reveals variant's terrible toll on kids, teen's deathMore kids are being hospitalised with moderate to severe Covid symptoms, and one has died.05 Dec 08:15 PM
New ZealandLive: NZ on course to hit jab target by Xmas; PM aware of fake vaccine passesNZ's on cusp of Herald campaign's Xmas target: vaccinating 90 per cent of eligible Kiwis.05 Dec 08:10 PM
EntertainmentRhythm and Alps set to rock New Year's in orange lightPunters will need to integrate their vaccine certificates with their tickets online.05 Dec 07:32 PM
BusinessSmooth sailing, happy customers reported over first weekend of traffic light systemMany businesses are giving the new Covid-19 traffic light system a tick of approval.05 Dec 06:00 PM
