New Zealand'Entering Red Zone': Inside a Covid ward and ICU"I do say a little prayer every day for everyone out there," nurse on forefront tells.22 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Difficult tightrope out of lockdownEditorial: NZ has good and bad examples of what works, and what doesn't, from overseas.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Couldn't get oxygen to my lungs': Mum's Covid hell in ICUMum spent horror week fighting for her life in ICU - and fearing her kids would be next.22 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Everything is hitting us at once': Rise in Covid cases and deaths tests Britain's gambleNew York Times: Britain's controversial Covid strategy is facing its stiffest test yet.22 Oct 07:25 AM
WorldAustralian Outback town offered free land. The response was overwhelmingQuilpie Shire Council came up with the novel idea to overcome a housing shortage.22 Oct 07:02 AM
WorldRussians urged to vaccinate as Covid cases and deaths reach record levelsRussia reported 1036 deaths and more than 36,000 new infections on Thursday.22 Oct 06:47 AM
New ZealandExperts react to traffic light system for opening up with vaccinesIt's possible for Auckland, and other regions, to reach the 90% target by Christmas.22 Oct 06:04 AM
VideoFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Friday 22nd Oct WrapPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern unveiled the government's traffic light system on Friday. intended to replace Alert Level when a vaccination threshold has been reached. Video / Mark Mitchell / Alex Burton / Jed Bradley / Dean Purcell / Michael CraigWatch22 Oct 06:02 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJudith Collins: I hope business owners can survive this GovtOPINION: What we saw in the PM's plan was dismaying for Kiwis all over NZ.22 Oct 05:00 AM
Kahu'Direct attack': Māori Party demands apology from Mallard over vax comments"We expect a retraction ... and a public apology to both Mr Pem Bird and Te Pāti Māori."22 Oct 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentKiwi company with 250 staff mandates vaccination for all office workers and visitorsMajor companies are looking to protect their staff and clients from the outbreak.22 Oct 04:44 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesTraffic lights: Airlines, tourism, hotels worried they'll be left in the dustLack of any detail on border re-opening fuels fears tourism will "go down the gurgler".22 Oct 04:40 AM
PremiumPremiumAged careMore retirement villages allow visitors under level 3"Our approach is an extension of the picnic concept" - Arvida Group CEO.22 Oct 04:35 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismGive the gift of tourism scheme launched as hotspot pleads for Labour Weekend boostThe lockdown has badly hit domestic tourism but a pay now use later will help operators.22 Oct 04:33 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: PM promises oasis for the vaccinated - is it a mirage?The point has come when the vaccinated have lost patience with those dragging their heels.22 Oct 04:31 AM
Business'$940m per fortnight': What Govt's Covid support package means for businessThe Government has announced a significant support package to get out of restrictions.22 Oct 04:22 AM
New ZealandCovid cases travelled from Auckland to Kaikohe - no alert level shift at this stageTwo positive cases have been detected in the Mid-North and a possible third in Whangārei.22 Oct 03:04 AM
New ZealandTwo Covid cases in North: Mum, unvaccinated daughter came from AucklandIt's a case of deja vu for Northlanders, as Covid scare comes three days into level 2.22 Oct 03:03 AM
New ZealandRecord 129 Covid cases today, 51 people in hospitalToday's cases hit a new record.22 Oct 02:30 AM
New Zealand'No hope': Tearful Collins slams 'confusing' traffic-light Covid planJudith Collins says NZ is being held to ransom by people who will not get vaccinated.22 Oct 01:17 AM
New ZealandTop towns: Wellington moves into top 5, Auckland slips backHere's the latest update in the Herald's top towns initiative.22 Oct 12:29 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: More Auckland high schools to remain closedAt least four high schools won't reopen next week for senior students.22 Oct 12:06 AM
New ZealandGovernment's 'traffic light' system a real life Squid Game which will result in Māori deaths: MPLet the Squid Game begin, says Te Pāti Māori co-leader.22 Oct 12:05 AM
New ZealandOne Auckland DHB has only just over 70% of population fully vaccinatedAuckland will not move out of level 3 until all three DHBs hit 90 per cent.21 Oct 11:53 PM
New ZealandBreacher's paradise? Another Aucklander charged in WānakaThe 41-year-old man departed Auckland some time earlier this month.21 Oct 11:41 PM
New ZealandNo Covid cases in Bay, and no virus detected in wastewaterPublic health officials continue to investigate the case of the traveller to Hawke's Bay.21 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: Auckland mayor Phil Goff welcomes Government plan"The new framework sets a clear goal for us to get 90 per cent double vaccinated."21 Oct 11:25 PM
PoliticsHow the new Covid traffic light system worksThe Government has revealed the system that will replace alert levels.21 Oct 11:08 PM
New ZealandNew traffic light system, 90% vax target, Aucklanders allowed to travel at XmasPM says the new framework is about being able to live our lives as safely as possible.21 Oct 11:05 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: 'Koinei te wā' - the time to get vaccinated is nowThe Government has announced new measures to help boost Māori vaccination rates.21 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Island could move to new Covid system early if DHBs reach 90% vaccinationThe Government has unveiled its new Covid traffic light system.21 Oct 10:53 PM
EconomyOn the Tiles: How have the Govt's finances fared during the pandemic?On this week's episode, our panel takes a deep dive into the country's finances.21 Oct 10:51 PM
LifestyleWhat to do this during the long weekend in lockdownWherever you are in New Zealand, here's how to enjoy your long weekend.21 Oct 09:47 PM
New ZealandNew traffic light system, escaping lockdown: All you need to knowWhen lockdown will end, how the new system will look, financial help and leaving Auckland.21 Oct 09:37 PM
