WorldNSW's top doctor warns state's cases may go 'way above' 1000 a day"People are obviously feeling so frustrated with the length of the restrictions."26 Aug 08:27 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Epidemiologist Sir David Skegg on what the future might look likeEpidemiologist Sir David Skegg on eliminating Covid-19, uncertainty and what the future might look like.Watch26 Aug 08:17 AM
New ZealandLive: Delta outbreak - Rest home worker, Auckland Uni staff member test positiveStaff who worked closely with the positive staff member have gone into self-isolation.26 Aug 07:54 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: PM, we don't expect perfection but drop the defensivenessThe PM's political broadcast missed the point of the questions being asked.26 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandKidney transplant dad finds out tomorrow when his life-saving surgery will go aheadAgonising wait continues for dying dad.26 Aug 06:57 AM
New ZealandPregnant Kiwi denied emergency MIQ spot 6 timesThe window for her to fly home is fast closing as her pregnancy advances.26 Aug 06:55 AM
WorldCrippled by Covid: The Aussie city running short of food, medical suppliesMore than 20,000 of the city's 70,000-odd population are currently in isolation.26 Aug 06:42 AM
New Zealand68 new Covid cases in community; Virus detected in Christchurch wastewaterThe first wave's peak is expected to hit in the next 48 hours.26 Aug 06:39 AM
New ZealandRevealed: The new Auckland hotel to house positive cases in quarantineHotel to be added to Auckland quarantine options.26 Aug 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ's Greg Foran: What's the future for the airlineAirline boss on what the last year has taught him, wage subsidy, outlook for rehired crew.26 Aug 05:38 AM
New ZealandShould health officials consider booster shots?A number of experts have expressed their view on the topic of booster shots.26 Aug 05:13 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDr Graeme Jarvis: Covid-19 vaccine procurement: Counting our blessingsDr Graeme Jarvis on why MBIE was the right choice for vaccine procurement.26 Aug 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldCaught in the crossfire over Covid's originsNew York Times: "There were days and weeks when I was extremely afraid."26 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta outbreak | Thursday 26th Aug WrapA daily wrap of all the main developments in the Covid-19 Delta outbreak as New Zealand is plunged into lockdown for the fifth time. Video / Mark Mitchell / Brett PhibbsWatch26 Aug 04:56 AM
OpinionWhat rights do children and parents have when giving consent to be vaccinated?The rollout raises the important issue around children's consent to medical treatment.26 Aug 04:30 AM
TravelUS airline to dock unvaccinated crew payDelta Airlines has begun referring to the variant as B.1.617.2, to avoid confusion.26 Aug 04:23 AM
New Zealand'Dodged a bullet': Has Coromandel escaped Delta outbreak?Relief as it appears no one in the Coromandel has caught Covid, despite initial visit.26 Aug 04:04 AM
New Zealand'It's been full on': Covid testing centre staff reveal life on the frontlineThey are the frontline in our fight against Covid. These are their stories.26 Aug 04:00 AM
WorldMan in his 30s dies in his home in Sydney Delta outbreak"They all deteriorated at home," says health officer on deaths as NSW tops 1000 cases.26 Aug 03:16 AM
New ZealandPoll: Over 60% want alert level change in South Island if no casesHerald readers shared their thoughts in an online poll.26 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Epidemiologist Sir David Skegg answers questions from MPsEpidemiologist Sir David Skegg answers Covid-19 questions from MPsWatch26 Aug 02:30 AM
New ZealandFocus Delta outbreak: Churchgoers told to 'keep the faith' as new testing clinic opens upChurchgoers affected in the country's biggest Covid cluster are being encouraged to "keep the faith" as they continue to be urged to get tested. Video / Brett Phibbs Watch26 Aug 01:56 AM
New ZealandTwo new community cases in Wellington, in isolation while infectiousOn day 9 of nationwide alert level 4 lockdown, Wellington's case numbers sit at 14.26 Aug 01:30 AM
WorldAussie outbreaks: Record 1,029 cases in NSW, 80 case surge in VictoriaBoth NSW and Victoria are struggling to control their Delta outbreaks.26 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: 68 new Covid-19 community cases - 277 in totalThere are 68 new Delta cases in New Zealand today, bringing the overall total of the Covid outbreak to 277 people. 263 are in Auckland and 14 are in Wellington.Watch26 Aug 01:00 AM
OpinionHamish ClarkHamish Clark: Why South Islanders care about Auckland this Delta outbreakWe love you Auckland but we don't love Covid.26 Aug 12:51 AM
New ZealandWhat goes on inside a deep clean at the supermarketSupermarkets undertake a "deep clean" after being visited by someone with Covid.26 Aug 12:31 AM
New ZealandCountdown worker has Covid; more than 2100 staff isolating nationwideThere are two exposure times at the supermarket when the staff member was working.26 Aug 12:29 AM
New ZealandNash says Collins' 'anti-vaxxer' claim doesn't dignify responseNash accused of being "defeatist" for saying lockdowns still possible at 80% vaccination.26 Aug 12:27 AM
New ZealandPlayers and spectators at five De La Salle schoolboy rugby matches told to self-isolateLocations of interest continue to mount, with education facilities and shops newly added.26 Aug 12:26 AM
WorldVaccination entry requirement for American SamoaA test flight from Honolulu will begin to test the new TALOFA PASS web-system.26 Aug 12:06 AM
CrimeMan accused of crashing stolen car after police chase also charged with Covid crimeThe vehicle was spotted driving erratically, including on a footpath, prior to the chase.26 Aug 12:02 AM
New ZealandPolice issue more than 650 lockdown infringement notices; 5000 calls reporting breachesPolice Commissioner speaks to select committee on the Delta lockdown so far.25 Aug 11:35 PM
New ZealandWanted: Police release photos after nurses' cars targeted at Auckland HospitalThe 'distressing' and 'disrespectful' thefts have hit frontline workers battling Covid.25 Aug 11:12 PM