PremiumPremiumNew ZealandReturn of 'the moments in between': Reconnecting in a post-lockdown cityUK post-lockdown lethargy is dubbed HOGO - the Hassle of Going Out. Will Auckland follow?27 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 cases continue to plateau, but new, more infectious virus variant sparks concernMost new cases are still in Auckland, where another person has succumbed to the virus.27 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandIs Long Covid a new type of chronic fatigue syndrome?Health organisations rush to prepare for a debilitating illness that we know little about.27 Nov 07:44 AM
New ZealandKawerau records first Delta caseThe case was one of four announced in the Bay of Plenty today.27 Nov 07:38 AM
WorldFears Omicron Covid variant already in AustraliaAuthorities wait on test results for a confirmed Covid case to rule out new variant.27 Nov 04:41 AM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Saturday 27th November WrapNovember 27 2021 There were 145 new cases of Covid-19 in the community today - 127 were in Auckland, 13 in the Waikato, four in the Bay of Plenty and one in Canterbury. A person has also died of the virus.Watch27 Nov 03:37 AM
WorldAustralia tightens quarantine rules in response to Omicron variantAustralia will close its borders immediately due to the new Omicron variant.27 Nov 02:25 AM
New ZealandCovid: 145 new cases as new variant causes concerns overseasThe new variant has prompted a number of countries to halt travel from southern Africa.26 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandWest Auckland primary student tests positive to Covid, schools happy with protocolsThe child was infectious at Marina View School in West Harbour from Wednesday, Nov 24.26 Nov 11:02 PM
New ZealandSmall protest at Auckland DomainA group of about 100 to 200 people have drifted in to the protest at Auckland Domain.26 Nov 10:05 PM
OpinionJack TameJack Tame: Five silver linings to National's leadership spillSince last year's election, pundits have been speculating on the future of Judith Collins.26 Nov 09:20 PM
WorldUS to ban travel from South Africa - but do restrictions help?The Omicron variant in South Africa is leading to a new round of travel restrictions.26 Nov 08:45 PM
WorldHighly vaccinated nations battle to save ChristmasThe worst hit countries appear to be those with the lowest vaccination rates.26 Nov 08:19 PM
New ZealandSouth Auckland GPs facing 'burnout' monitoring Covid patientsGPs say they are struggling to cope with Covid-positive patients self-isolating at home.26 Nov 07:26 PM
New ZealandNew Covid Omicron variant: 'We can keep this out of NZ if we need to'"The best-laid plans can get upset by what the virus does. I hope it won't be the case."26 Nov 07:11 PM
WorldExplainer: New 'Omicron' Covid variant, 'most concerning so far'The new variant has a large number of mutations, which could help it spread faster.26 Nov 06:52 PM
WorldNew Covid strain Omicron spreads to Europe, US bans South Africa flightsIt may be more transmissible than the delta variant and render vaccines less effective.26 Nov 05:24 PM
PoliticsNew documents revealed: Where the Govt fell short as Delta dawned in NZRoche report called for urgent action in testing, contact tracing, hospital prep, vaxing26 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Surreal': Friends mourn sport identity's Covid death as Auckland reopening nearsThere were 173 new community cases yesterday, less than the seven-day average of 187.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch live: NZ's sharpest spellers hit the stage in national spelling beeThe event would be based in both Wellington and Auckland, thanks to Covid-19.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsA new era for the Covid response - The weak points and reasons for optimism and dreadHow far the virus will spread this summer may come down to how the unvaccinated behave.26 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldEU wants to stop flights from southern Africa over new variantEuropean Union is planning to stop air travel from southern Africa to counter the spread.26 Nov 10:24 AM
WorldNew mutant Covid strain reaches IsraelOne scientific advisor in the UK termed it the 'worst-ever' super-mutant Covid variant.26 Nov 07:35 AM
World'So many mutations': Feature of new variant worrying experts mostEmergence of a concerning new Covid variant in South Africa has many scientists worried.26 Nov 05:35 AM
New Zealand'Lockdown fatigue': Kiwi mood during Covid restrictions revealedKiwis questioned in a survey reported feeling worn down by lockdown.26 Nov 05:05 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Spooked sharemarket has biggest fall in eight monthsInvestors were spooked by a new Covid variant that has spread from Africa to Hong Kong.26 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Lot going on' before Christmas around NZ's Covid protection frameworkLetter and report from Sir Brian Roche revealed in tranche of official documents.26 Nov 04:32 AM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentNew Health Ministry guidelines out on apartment isolationSelf-isolating residents should get family members or friends to get their rubbish.26 Nov 04:28 AM
New ZealandNZ's tough border controls may protect against new variant - Prof BakerA new, highly mutated strain of the coronavirus has emerged out of South Africa.26 Nov 04:04 AM
New ZealandDavid Seymour: Police border patrols put Aucklanders' 'lives at risk'Act leader highlights muggings and bashings as symptoms of police resourcing issue.26 Nov 03:02 AM
New Zealand'Some of us may die': Iwi urges travellers to reconsider visits over Covid threat"Some of us will become seriously ill and some of us may die," worried iwi chair says.26 Nov 02:56 AM
New ZealandExpert says chronic fatigue sufferers should be exempt from Covid-19 vaccinationThere are an estimated 25,000 people with chronic fatigue syndrome in New Zealand.26 Nov 02:36 AM
EntertainmentRhythm and Vines: Ticketholders demand answers as organisers remain silentCalls to cancel festival mount as petition launched by local residents.26 Nov 01:02 AM
New ZealandStroke foundation: Get Covid vaccine to reduce stroke riskResearch shows the likelihood of a stroke increases if you are infected with Covid.26 Nov 12:14 AM