Kerre McIvor: Delta lockdown could be the last straw
OPINION: Given the state of NZ's vax rollout and ICUs, what else could the Government do?
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And Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern did not think the outbreak had hit its peak.
SkyCity Casino staff member tests positive for Covid-19
The risk period is Saturday, August 14, from 1.15am to 3am.
Hundreds of students isolating at Auckland uni hall
Students advised to keep to their rooms 'until further notice' except to use bathrooms.
Watch: The Wiggles helped save a Covid-19 patient's life
The Wiggles recorded a special message to help the 22-year-old breathe.
Covid-19 positive uni student at ball with 500 students, and 600-seat lecture hall often 'packed'
The student's attendance at lecture hall was described as a "big deal".
Wellington locations of interest not contacted prior to be listed
In some cases businesses find out they're a location of interest when everyone else does.
Sydney lockdown being undone by superspreader event
Sixteen of the approximate 60 people at party now have Covid.
Police clash with anti-lockdown protesters in Melbourne, Sydney
Protesters ignore 'zero tolerance' warnings from police in Australia's two biggest cities.
Focus: NZ Delta outbreak | Case numbers continue to rise
A 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 / NZ Herald
Judith Collins distances herself from ex National MP's anti-vax post
"New Zealanders should have no doubt that the National Party backs the science." - Collins
Record vaccine doses given, but anger at cancelled appointments
Woman has to wait a month after her vaccine appointment was cancelled without notice.
Auckland Covid testing centre closing at 4.30pm to prevent staff burnout
Those in the queue who miss out will be given priority cards for tomorrow morning.
Welcome to 'Deltaport': Iconic sign hit by late-night vandal
The "Devo-stating" change was made by bubble-busting vandals who struck at night.
'Isis bride' Suhayra Aden arrives in NZ
The PM confirmed last month that Aden and her two children would return to NZ.
'Can't get home': Family stuck in Wanaka after travel extension ends
Napier family could not get home despite extra Air New Zealand flights out of resort town.
Focus Live: 21 new Covid-19 community cases, 51 in total
August 21 2021 There are 21 new cases of Covid-19 in the community - bringing the total number of people infected in the latest outbreak to 51.
Arrest made after driver in stolen car flees police, rams cop cars, house
The alleged fleeing driver - a 43-year-old man - has been charged with multiple offences.
Locations of interest: Central North Island petrol stations, AUT campus, bus routes added to growing list
There are more than 200 locations of interest - and more are expected today.
Second AUT University student tests positive for Covid - attended 5 classes while infectious
The student was in several locations across the university's city campus.
Support available for whānau and communities affected by COVID-19
Communities are encouraged to access support through MSD and Whānau Ora.
Covid-19: 825 new cases in NSW, Victoria records 61
Fears are growing that lockdown will be implemented until next year in Victoria.
'Fear and uncertainty': 7000 students close contacts of Covid cases
Students from De la Salle, McAuley, Avondale, Northcote and Lynfield await test results.
Wellington leaders urge vaccination uptake, airport on standby
There are three Covid cases and seven potential exposure sites in Wellington.
Māori King's commemoration: Koroneihana 2021 moved online
The annual celebration commemorating the Māori monarch Kiingi Tuheitia VII begins today.
RNZ reporter attacked by Covid-denier as 'anger and misinformation' grow
Opinion: "There is more animosity towards the government and media this time around."
'Things will get worse before they get better' - Deputy PM on latest cases, defends Govt response to testing delays
There are now more than 210 locations of interest as NZ spends the weekend in lockdown.
Covid hush back in Dunedin
If a lone tumbleweed had drifted across Dunedin’s George St yesterday, it would not have seemed out of place. Video / ODT
'Mind-blowing': Family offered $500 refund on $3k holiday home booking
Property manager's lack of flexibility "truly unethical and mind-blowing".
Locations of interest/visits pass 200 - Akl to Welly flight, Porirua sushi shop, Johnsonville Countdown
There are more than 200 visits to location and with more expected to be listed today.
'Alarm bells': 11yo girl approached by lockdown scammer
Scam reports are up 74%, sextortion 35%, objectionable material 66% during lockdowns.
Whanganui health workers abused at testing stations
"These guys are putting their own lives at risk to protect the community."
Covid-19: Avondale College choir attended Rotorua singing gala
Some 350 students attended the events; asked to keep eye out for symptoms in meantime.
Kiwi chefs share must-try recipes to make this lockdown
Tired of your lockdown recipes? Award-winning chefs share some fresh inspiration.