New ZealandLive: New virus locations, iwi roadblock plan due to Govt's 'recipe for disaster'New Zealand recorded 134 new cases while the PM's Waikato visit was met with protesters.30 Nov 07:15 PM
EmploymentAuckland eatery invites unvaxxed to apply for jobsPopular Lone Star restaurant says it won't ask for vax status when employing or serving.30 Nov 07:02 PM
TravelCovid-positive couple caught by Dutch military trying to fly to SpainThe couple made it onto the plane before they were caught by Dutch military police.30 Nov 06:39 PM
WorldOmicron variant spread faster, wider than anyone thoughtOmicron variant was slipping into other countries before South Africa raised the alarm.30 Nov 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFortress Tai Tokerau: Iwi, DHBs write to PM asking that unvaccinated be kept outFour major DHBs have supported calls to stop unvaccinated visitors travelling to Northland30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandUnvaxxed nine times more likely to seed outbreaks - new modellingModels show how unvaccinated people bring much higher risk of seeding new NZ outbreaks.30 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionDebbie Ngarewa-Packer: Leave no one behind as we learn to live with CovidOPINION: We believe the Covid response vaccination bill was not compliant with Te Tiriti.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandChildhood vaccines: Report calls for urgent changes to protect Māori children from 'lethal' diseases"Business as usual is not enough to remedy or impact the current situation."30 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Omicron is on the heads of world leadersOPINION: Our editorial on the responsibility for the Omicron variant.30 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldJapan confirms first case of Omicron variantPatient, a man in his 30s, tested positive upon arrival at a Japanese airport on Sunday.30 Nov 07:27 AM
New ZealandSome Otago restaurants pass on checking vaccine passes'Discrimination' blamed by at least one eatery as restaurants close.30 Nov 06:15 AM
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
