New ZealandDelta outbreak may be 'more contained' than first feared - virologist; 11 new cases, 2 in hospitalNZ's Delta outbreak may be 'more contained' than first feared, a virologist says.19 Aug 02:15 AM
New ZealandKiwis stranded in Queenstown given 24-hour lifeline to get homeStranded New Zealanders have been hoping for an extension of the 48-hour grace period.19 Aug 02:15 AM
New Zealand'Piece of the puzzle we're looking for' - outbreak linked to Sydney returnee; 11 new cases, 2 in hospitalTwo people are now in hospital, police confirm arrests for lockdown flouters.19 Aug 02:14 AM
New ZealandMajor retailers' 'piss take' approach to level 4 lockdown concerning, union saysSome employees have reported being called in to ship Champagne flutes and fake grass.19 Aug 01:41 AM
New ZealandDelta outbreak: Virus rife among returnees at Crowne Plaza HotelThe 21 cases includes the Air NZ staffer who is 'unlikely' to be part of the cluster.19 Aug 01:36 AM
New ZealandAuckland City Hospital testing all staff and patients for CovidHere's what we know about the infected nurse and the hospital's response.19 Aug 01:33 AM
AirlinesHundreds of Rarotonga returnees could be stranded due to limited domestic flightsThere are two flights from Rarotonga today and limited domestic flights to get them home.19 Aug 01:02 AM
WorldNSW records 681 cases, Victoria at 'tipping point' with 57NSW's growing Covid-19 crisis continues to threaten the rest of Australia.19 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: 11 new Covid-19 community cases, 21 in totalAugust 19 2021 There are now 21 Delta Covid-19 cases in Auckland, including two in hospital.Watch19 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandChildren aged 12 to 15 can now be vaccinated - PMMore than 260,000 children aged 12 to 15 in New Zealand can now receive the vaccine.19 Aug 12:59 AM
New ZealandCall for NZ to be split into four zones to manage alert levelsDifferent Covid alert levels could then be applied to each of the four zones.19 Aug 12:30 AM
New ZealandLive: New locations of interest including supermarkets, malls; 240 SkyCity staff isolating; Queues for Covid tests snake across cityCases linked to existing infections will be added to growing tally in coming hours.19 Aug 12:08 AM
New ZealandWe still don't know how long Covid has been in the community: ExpertsIt is possible that Covid has been in the community for up to two weeks.18 Aug 11:46 PM
New ZealandVaccinations resume today - how to get a jab during level 4Here's the advice on getting the Pfizer jab in lockdown.18 Aug 11:46 PM
New ZealandPolice called to deal with snowboarders, families flouting lockdown in QueenstownPolice called out to deal with people flouting lockdown rules in the snowy South.18 Aug 11:40 PM
New Zealand2km queues at testing sites, police managing trafficQueues are up to 5km long with police called in to manage traffic around testing stations.18 Aug 11:40 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: KFC, pizza stores and movie cinemas among new locationsMore locations of interest in Auckland have been added to the growing list.18 Aug 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleLiving with OCD in a pandemicNew York Times: Covid made things worse for OCD. But it also came with a silver lining.18 Aug 11:23 PM
LifestyleHow to keep your kids and yourself sane during lockdownLockdown is stressful for both parents and kids - here's how to help each other cope.18 Aug 11:22 PM
New ZealandSiouxsie Wiles on how to stay Covid safe when you live in an apartment buildingShe said apartments were higher risk but there are safety steps that help.18 Aug 11:20 PM
New Zealand'Flowery sunshine': Florist gives away flowers in community at centre of outbreakFlowers bound for dump were given away by florist spreading sunshine as lockdown loomed.18 Aug 11:17 PM
New Zealand'Rules for a reason': Whangārei Mayor hits out at escaping AucklandersWhangārei Mayor says fleeing Aucklanders putting others at grave risk.18 Aug 10:11 PM
New ZealandCovid-infected Air NZ staffer: What we knowThe woman is aged in her 60s and was fully vaccinated.18 Aug 10:02 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: Why genome sequencing is crucial to this outbreakResults are to be announced today. Why are they important?18 Aug 09:22 PM
New ZealandCovid 19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: 200 Aucklanders turned around at Manaia roadblock - policeMessage to communities was 'police have got this'.18 Aug 09:16 PM
New Zealand'Rushed to liquor store': Students run for essentials before lockdownA rash of alcohol purchases at some university hostels as lockdown was announced.18 Aug 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIsrael, once the model for beating Covid, faces new surgeNew York Times: One of the most vaccinated places now has one of highest infection rates.18 Aug 09:05 PM
AirlinesHard landing: Auckland Airport plunges to first loss since sharemarket listingThe country's biggest gateway falls to a loss for the first time since 1998.18 Aug 08:59 PM
New ZealandLockdown the 'perfect storm' for family violence - experts call on all Kiwis to helpDuring lockdowns family violence increases dramatically. Experts offer advice.18 Aug 08:54 PM
New ZealandLockdown grief: Grim reality of level 4 funeral without familyA funeral home offers yet another reminder of what life and death means in alert level 4.18 Aug 08:49 PM
New ZealandCovid 19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: Ashley Bloomfield gives case updateDirector-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield on Mike Hosking Breakfast. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch18 Aug 08:44 PM
LifestyleHaving recurring dreams in lockdown? What the science saysHere's why you might be having vivid dreams at night during lockdown.18 Aug 08:41 PM
New ZealandChurch linked to positive case attended by people across AucklandAround 230 people were at the church on Sunday, including around 70 children.18 Aug 07:04 PM
BusinessFar North business community stick together during lockdownFar North business community calm but prepared.18 Aug 07:00 PM
