LifestyleWhy lockdown homeschooling is all about the long gameParenting Place: Here's how to keep up the online learning without losing your mind.27 Oct 06:00 PM
WorldMore extreme than Auckland: Millions plunged back into hard lockdownOne country desperate to stop the spread has issued a lockdown harder than Auckland.27 Oct 05:09 PM
Sport'Deeply troubling': Sir Russell Coutts lashes Govt's Covid 'dictatorship'Kiwi sailing great says situation in New Zealand 'deeply troubling'.27 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Living down a rabbit hole': Richlister slams bureaucrats in MIQ legal challengeMurray Bolton wants to self-isolate at Herne Bay home after possible return from US.27 Oct 04:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhen the 'storm' hits: Will our ICUs cope now Delta is free?Hospital documents reveal how ICUs planned to cope with a surge in cases.27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Anti-social media is soiling our nestOPINION: Our editorial on the malevolent spread of misinformation on vaccines.27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te Pou: Are moderate remnants of the National Party doomed?OPINION: Have they "lost the plot"?27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRawiri Taonui: Māori in a race against timeOPINION: Dr Rawiri Taonui contemplates the situation for Māori in the outbreak.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHikoi of Truth protest unwelcome in Waitangi as Northland grapples with CovidNorthland iwi has rebuked Hīkoi of Truth protesters for the timing of their stand.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe 90% Project - let's vaccinate NZ by XmasThe 90% Project - let's vaccinate NZ by Xmas27 Oct 01:40 PM
New ZealandAnti-lockdown hīkoi: Police frustrated as protesters hunker down at checkpointProtesters camped at Auckland's southern border are prepared to spend the night.27 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Wednesday 27th Oct WrapThere 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 / GettyWatch27 Oct 06:59 AM
New ZealandCovid-positive person travelled on Auckland's eastern train lineThe Ministry of Health has released two new locations of interest this morning.27 Oct 05:52 AM
PoliticsCollins clarifies National's position on vaccines, backs Govt's new mandatesNational has faced criticism for what appears to be shifting positions.27 Oct 04:48 AM
AirlinesCancelled: Fury and Commerce Commission complaints as Air NZ ditches domestic flightsAir NZ says that uncertainty over Auckland border settings left it little choice.27 Oct 04:35 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Someone has to lead': Bar owner Leo Molloy names his own reopening dateThere is no clear date for when bars are permitted to reopen.27 Oct 04:33 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSkyCity shareholders to meet, S&P expects earnings reboundS&P expects rebound once lockdowns are relaxed and properties reopen.27 Oct 04:30 AM
New Zealand'Bite the bullet': National calls for immediate reopening of schoolsPrimary schools say safety concerns may mean classrooms don't reopen this year.27 Oct 03:40 AM
New ZealandMāori vaccination events attracting the hesitantThe 90% Project: NZ needs to engage with vaccine-hesitant whānau.27 Oct 03:15 AM
New ZealandFocus: Judith Collins states National's position on vaccine mandatesOctober 27, 2021. National Party leader Judith Collins clarifies National's stance on vaccine mandates and passports following Tuesday's announcements. Video / Mark MitchellWatch27 Oct 02:20 AM
New Zealand'Division and fear': Warning over vaccine push"I have major concern in particular for Māori workers about how they're being treated."27 Oct 02:09 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrump could have prevented thousands of deaths - Covid response coordinatorNew York Times: Doctor claims US could have decreased fatalities by 30 - 40 per cent.27 Oct 01:48 AM
New ZealandWomen accused of flouting Covid rules appear in courtThe women face maximum penalties of a $4000 fine or six months' prison.27 Oct 01:29 AM
New ZealandAuckland now less than 10,000 jabs away from 90pc milestoneAuckland inches closer to new freedoms as vaccine milestone, while Northland lags behind.27 Oct 01:25 AM
New ZealandCovid: 74 cases, Waikato alert level eased, Nov 15 school return planTentative plan for Year 1-8 schoolchildren to return to class on November 15.27 Oct 12:48 AM
New ZealandSovereign Hīkoi of Truth participants gather at Te Tii o Waitangi Marae Sovereign Hīkoi of Truth (SHOT) participants gather at their destination at Te Tii o Waitangi Marae in Northland. Video / Michael CunninghamWatch27 Oct 12:11 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Queenstown topples Dunedin in race to be most vaccinated96.7 per cent of residents have had at least one dose of the vaccine.27 Oct 12:11 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: 74 new community cases; Nov 15 school return planOctober 27 2021 There are 74 Covid cases in the community today, as the Government reveals a tentative plan for primary schoolchildren to return to classes on November 15.Watch27 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandNew modelling: How will the Delta outbreak play out?New modelling explores short-term outbreak scenarios, and potential for a circuit-breaker.26 Oct 11:40 PM
New ZealandAnti-lockdown hīkoi a 'scam'Marchers have been told they are not welcome in Waitangi by local Māori leaders.26 Oct 11:16 PM
New ZealandLive: Auckland Uni eyes vaccine mandate for students, staffAuckland University favours students, staff and visitors to be fully vaccinated.26 Oct 09:23 PM
WorldLab leak theory: Biggest problem with Covid origin searchThe "lab leak" theory refuses to die. A team of scientists are digging, but won't get far.26 Oct 08:52 PM
VideoFocus: APEC chair Vangelis Vitalis on Covid's silver liningAPEC chair Vangelis Vitalis discusses the work the organisation has done to open doors for vital international trade during the pandemic. Video / NZ Herald / Getty Watch26 Oct 08:51 PM
New ZealandLive: Sweeping Covid reforms; top chef backs vax mandatesThe Government has given employers a powerful tool to force employees to be jabbed.26 Oct 08:41 PM