New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 13 July, 2022 An atmospheric river continues to lash NZ, geopolitical tensions at Pacific Islands Forum and Auckland City Mission takes over 60-room hotel in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Jul 07:24 PM
New ZealandLuxon urges more boosters, defends 'moving on' commentOpposition leader tells Australian newspaper NZ has become 'fearful, inward and negative'.12 Jul 06:26 PM
World'Nowhere near over': Call to bring back mask rules as Covid 'runs free'NZ has had a jump in cases and hospitalisations as new variants emerge.12 Jul 05:59 PM
OpinionBrooke van Velden: We need to stop the Kiwi brain drainOPINION: Brooke van Velden on Kiwis wanting to head overseas.12 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQ&A: What Omicron wave means for NZ's Long Covid riskMany Kiwis are already living with Long Covid. How will this Omicron wave raise the risk?12 Jul 07:30 AM
New ZealandMāori with long Covid 'just want to be heard'66-year-old Maria McBirney (Ngāpuhi, Tainui, Kūki Āirani) caught Covid in March. Video / Whakaata MāoriWatch12 Jul 02:54 AM
New Zealand'Rising sharply': 11,548 Covid cases, more than 700 in hospitalThe number of Covid patients requiring hospital care is now 710.12 Jul 01:24 AM
New ZealandAndrew Little: Govt responding to 'chronic staffing shortage' in healthcareAndrew Little insists the govt is responding to the difficult situation in healthcare.11 Jul 10:41 PM
WorldNew coronavirus mutant raises concerns in India and beyondA new contagious coronavirus variant is making waves in India, increasing infection.11 Jul 08:53 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 12 July, 2022 The country gets set for a downpour, Auckland smash and grabs leave customers in shock and a movement to lower the voting age goes to court in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Jul 08:22 PM
New Zealand'I was behind them all': Brian Tamaki seemingly admits organising anti-mandate protestsThe Destiny Church leader is facing court action for his alleged involvement in protests.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy this Covid wave will cause higher hospitalisations, deathsBuilding Omicron wave may push hospitalisation rates 50 per cent higher than last one.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandLuxon says 'simple, sensible' rules should replace traffic-light systemThe Govt is expected to announce new rules for the orange setting this week.11 Jul 06:02 AM
New Zealand8395 Covid cases, 17 deaths, 689 people in hospitalCoronavirus hospitalisations are nearing record levels seen back in March.11 Jul 01:21 AM
New ZealandPandemic's 'most precarious point': Warning as Covid hospitalisations spikeExpert warns that complacency could mean even more Covid hospitalisations.10 Jul 08:01 PM
PremiumPremiumKahu'More holistic view of education': Principals reflect on 2021 NCEA results"It just has been harder for students to build consistent success."10 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandSurgeries cancelled, delays widespreadDrastic measures at public hospitals as winter ills combine with a spike in Covid cases.10 Jul 06:52 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCovid wage subsidy fraud: Govt targets seven more for prosecutionMSD targets more for prosecution while the SFO continues to investigate the big fish.10 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandExplained: Five things to know about monkeypox in NZNZ is now among more than 50 countries to record monkeypox. Here's what you need to know.10 Jul 04:47 AM
New Zealand7461 Covid cases today, 622 people in hospital - 'significant increase'Cases, hospitalisations and deaths have been rising as the BA.5 strain gains ground.10 Jul 01:35 AM
New ZealandAct demands Covid response inquiry, would scrap Three Waters if in powerThe Act leader has released the party's first 100 days plan.10 Jul 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplained: Three ways this Omicron wave will be differentThis Omicron wave is likely to cause more hospitalisations and deaths than the first. Why?09 Jul 10:22 PM
New ZealandCovid surge - the basic steps experts say can keep you safeA surge in Covid and illness has brought fresh warnings from experts.09 Jul 09:17 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: School holiday circuit-breakerOPINION: Our editorial on rising cases of Covid and what might just slow it down.09 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand9307 new Covid cases today, 22 deaths - another counting glitch reportedYesterday a computer glitch caused case numbers to be overcounted by more than 4000.09 Jul 01:30 AM
All BlacksRugby revellers urged to consider others amid superspreader fearsHealth officials fear tonight's rugby test in Dunedin could become a superspreader event.08 Jul 09:47 PM
New ZealandExplained: All of the winter nasties causing hospital headachesHospitals are battling a perfect storm of Covid and resurgent winter bugs. What are they?08 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wily Covid subvariants challenge immunityEDITORIAL: The arrival of Omicron subvariants is troubling.08 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandComputer glitch overcounts today's Covid cases by thousandsMore than 4200 cases were incorrectly added to today's total after a computer glitch.08 Jul 04:51 AM
New ZealandSailor proposes to partner dockside at welcome-home ceremonyThe HMNZS Te Mana left to get an upgrade in Canada three years ago.08 Jul 03:38 AM
WorldNew 'centaurus' Covid-19 variant emergesScientists have expressed concern over the subvariant.08 Jul 03:23 AM
VideoUnited Nations calls to tackle vaccine inequalityUN officials have called on better-resourced countries to help tackle the ongoing pandemic by assisting vaccination efforts globally. Video / APWatch08 Jul 02:09 AM
New ZealandAustralia to show 'common sense' on 501s, path to citizenship for Kiwis in OzThe discussion between the two leaders has reflected a 'reset' in relations.08 Jul 02:00 AM
WorldWHO's stark warning as Covid cases skyrocketNew mutations including most contagious yet are causing infection numbers to explode.08 Jul 01:45 AM
