PremiumPremiumWorldAs world shuts borders to stop Omicron, Japan offers a cautionary taleNew York Times: Japan is again barring nonresident. There is an economic and human cost.30 Nov 04:00 AM
WorldAustralia's 6th Omicron case: Woman visited NSW venues while infectiousA woman in her 30s tested positive after arriving from South Africa on Saturday.30 Nov 03:56 AM
New ZealandWhy we can't yet count on a milder, Delta-beating OmicronSuggestions that Omicron is a good development are premature, a Kiwi expert explains.30 Nov 03:13 AM
WorldGlobal vaccine inequity has 'come home to roost' with new Covid variantsThe hoarding of limited shots by rich countries threatens the whole world.30 Nov 02:42 AM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Tuesday 30th November WrapThere were 134 new cases today, 116 in Auckland, 8 in Waikato, 9 in Bay of Plenty and 2 in Nelson-Tasman. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Nov 01:40 AM
BusinessJabby Meal: McDonald's mandates vaccines for dine-inA dine-in McDonald's breakfast after a big night is off the cards for the unvaccinated.30 Nov 12:26 AM
New Zealand134 new cases as protesters heckle PM; Covid spreads near NelsonNew Zealand moves into the new traffic light system from Friday.30 Nov 12:20 AM
New Zealand'Roll with it': PM's plan to handle protesters during regional visitsPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern notes the presence of rowdy 'groupies' in Waikato.30 Nov 12:08 AM
OpinionMāori leaders ask people to stay away from regions with lower vaccination ratesCOMMENT: Nearly a third of Northland's eligible population is unvaccinated.29 Nov 11:53 PM
WorldWhy Omicron might be a good thingExperts are hoping new variant, if found to be milder, will replace the Delta strain.29 Nov 09:56 PM
New ZealandHealth providers see few changes after self-isolation deathsTwo sick men died at home alone on 3 and 5 November.29 Nov 09:50 PM
New ZealandBay of Islands iwi plans border control measures to shut out summer visitorsThe roadblocks will prevent holidaymakers visiting Ōpua, Waitangi, Russell, and Paihia.29 Nov 09:39 PM
New ZealandLive: Auckland set for 'red' summer, Northland iwi's road block threatCases in Auckland continue to plateau.29 Nov 08:40 PM
LifestyleMerriam-Webster chooses vaccine as the 2021 word of the yearSearches for the word increased by over 600%.29 Nov 08:14 PM
AirlinesNew challenges for tourism industry as Omicron variant emergesThe tourism industry is grappling with the prospect of its new normal.29 Nov 07:09 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWill the vaccines stop Omicron? Scientists are racing to find outNew York Times: The variant may remain vulnerable to current vaccines.29 Nov 07:01 PM
LifestylePlanning a post-lockdown party? You'll need to check your guests' vax passesParty hosts have to follow same rules as businesses.29 Nov 07:00 PM
World'Not a cause for panic': Biden speaks out on Omicron threatThere are still no cases of the new variant identified in the US.29 Nov 06:01 PM
RetailRed-dy set go: Auckland businesses gearing upExcitement and nerves as bars, restaurants, cafes and gyms prepare for customers.29 Nov 05:52 PM
World'A very high global risk': WHO gives grim Omicron variant warningNew strain's mutations "may be associated with immune escape potential".29 Nov 05:20 PM
TravelHoliday parks opt in to My Vaccine Pass without mandateAs a Crown Entity the parks and access to beaches will be open to all.29 Nov 04:14 PM
PremiumPremiumEducation'Less stress' for students sitting NCEAIt is uncertain how many Northland students are sitting for their NCEA exams this year.29 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuGovt cash to support rangatahi Māori hit by CovidNine providers get funding to support Northland rangatahi Māori affected by Covid-1929 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldAustralia delays border opening plan until December 15Australian government has 'paused' its plan to ease border restrictions from Wednesday.29 Nov 09:52 AM
New ZealandNelson woman 'safe', say police after huntAt time of Marfell's disappearance, police said "there are real concerns for her welfare".29 Nov 08:38 AM
WorldTwo more cases of Omicron variant detected in NSWThat brings the total number of Omicron cases in the state to four.29 Nov 07:13 AM
New ZealandOpinion: Auckland is losing itAs 'Freedom Day' approaches, Aucklanders appear to be at the end of their tether.29 Nov 06:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThree big questions about OmicronWill Omicron outperform Delta? How will vaccines fare? And will there be more variants?29 Nov 06:00 AM
WorldJapan bans foreign visitors as Omicron spreadsJapanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says the measure will take effect Tuesday.29 Nov 05:43 AM
New Zealand182 Covid cases as Govt makes traffic light call; Positive case near NelsonThe decision will come as a new variant of Covid-19 gets closer to our doorstep.29 Nov 05:34 AM
New ZealandProf Michael Baker: NZ will never return to pre-pandemic timesMichael Baker said there were "no surprises" in yesterday's announcement.29 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismAir NZ's big domestic plans, details of preparation for international restartOmicron aside, airline to boost domestic services, firms up plans for global reboot.29 Nov 04:42 AM
New ZealandTraffic lights call: South Island reacts to orangeWest Coast mayor relieved they aren't being "punished" in lead-up to Christmas.29 Nov 03:30 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: PM Jacinda Ardern reveals traffic light settings for each regionNovember 29 2021 Most of the upper North Island - including Auckland - will go straight into the red level under the new traffic light system from Friday, while the whole of the South Island will go to the less restrictive orange.Watch29 Nov 03:00 AM
