Latest from Coronavirus

Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Wednesday 27th Oct Wrap

There were 74 Covid cases in the community today, as the Government revealed a tentative plan for primary school children to return to classes on November 15. Video / NZ Herald / Getty

Covid-positive person travelled on Auckland's eastern train line

The Ministry of Health has released two new locations of interest this morning.

Collins clarifies National's position on vaccines, backs Govt's new mandates

National has faced criticism for what appears to be shifting positions.

Cancelled: Fury and Commerce Commission complaints as Air NZ ditches domestic flights

Air NZ says that uncertainty over Auckland border settings left it little choice.

'Someone has to lead': Bar owner Leo Molloy names his own reopening date

There is no clear date for when bars are permitted to reopen.

SkyCity shareholders to meet, S&P expects earnings rebound

S&P expects rebound once lockdowns are relaxed and properties reopen.

'Bite the bullet': National calls for immediate reopening of schools

Primary schools say safety concerns may mean classrooms don't reopen this year.

Māori vaccination events attracting the hesitant

The 90% Project: NZ needs to engage with vaccine-hesitant whānau.

Focus: Judith Collins states National's position on vaccine mandates

October 27, 2021. National Party leader Judith Collins clarifies National's stance on vaccine mandates and passports following Tuesday's announcements. Video / Mark Mitchell

New modelling: How will the Delta outbreak play out?

New modelling explores short-term outbreak scenarios, and potential for a circuit-breaker.

Anti-lockdown hīkoi a 'scam'

Marchers have been told they are not welcome in Waitangi by local Māori leaders.

Live: Auckland Uni eyes vaccine mandate for students, staff

Auckland University favours students, staff and visitors to be fully vaccinated.

Lab leak theory: Biggest problem with Covid origin search

The "lab leak" theory refuses to die. A team of scientists are digging, but won't get far.

Focus: APEC chair Vangelis Vitalis on Covid's silver lining

APEC chair Vangelis Vitalis discusses the work the organisation has done to open doors for vital international trade during the pandemic. Video / NZ Herald / Getty

Live: Sweeping Covid reforms; top chef backs vax mandates

The Government has given employers a powerful tool to force employees to be jabbed.

FDA advisers back Pfizer's vaccine for young kids

The dose for young children is just one-third of the shot recommended for everyone else.

Grieving father's heartbreak: Boy's aunt unable to attend funeral

The ministry's exemption system didn't allow for extended family, a grieving dad says.

Police block protesters as hīkoi arrives at Auckland border

Police have advised people against partaking in the hīkoi which is heading to Northland.