WorldZero new locally acquired Covid-19 cases in VictoriaNews is a promising sign that restrictions will be eased again this week.14 Jun 11:24 PM
New ZealandAll Auckland over-65s to receive Covid vaccine invite within a weekThe vaccine rollout update was issued today.14 Jun 11:21 PM
WorldDamning bat video contradicts WHO claimEarlier investigation said the idea that bats were held at the institute 'an error'.14 Jun 09:36 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldChina's 'bat woman' at the centre of pandemic storm speaks outNew York Times: In rare interview, virologist said speculation about Wuhan lab baseless.14 Jun 09:31 PM
World'Ease off the accelerator': Lockdown end in England delayed a monthBritish PM Boris Johnson said it is "sensible to wait just a little longer".14 Jun 06:50 PM
WorldNovavax says large study finds its Covid shot about 90 per cent effectiveVaccine maker Novavax says its shot is highly effective against Covid-19.14 Jun 06:17 PM
New Zealand'Disrespectful': Rest home Covid vaccination disparity revealedThe delay in Auckland's rollout was having a big impact on flu vaccinations.14 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Everyone here is alone': How Covid tore a New Delhi neighbourhood apartNew York Times: How fear, neglect and Covid-19 tore apart a New Delhi neighbourhood.14 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhy are critical vaccine rollout questions not being answered?ANALYSIS: Kiwis deserve better than a wait-and-see approach.14 Jun 04:00 AM
AirlinesTranstasman bubble: Traveller numbers revealedKiwis are travelling, but the numbers are lower than expected.14 Jun 03:56 AM
New ZealandOne new Covid MIQ case, confusion over patient in hospital's ICU clarifiedMinistry clarifies Covid patient was in ICU but is now out.14 Jun 02:06 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIn China's latest outbreak, doctors say the infected get sicker, fasterNew York Times: Doctors say the symptoms are different and more dangerous.14 Jun 01:34 AM
New ZealandAuckland Covid case out of ICU, remains in hospitalThe Ministry of Health revealed the change on its website yesterday afternoon.13 Jun 11:58 PM
WorldVictoria records two new community Covid cases; testing drop worries officialsBoth new locally acquired infections are linked to existing clusters.13 Jun 10:36 PM
WorldFiji's PM resists pressure for 28-day lockdown as Covid outbreak surges'People's jobs may never return ... I cannot allow that to happen and I will not.'13 Jun 09:35 PM
New Zealand'Deeply misleading' Covid-19 leaflets distress residentThe Advertising Standards Authority has received complaints about the flyers.13 Jun 09:28 AM
CompaniesRocket Lab to consider paying back $2.85m wage subsidyIf the wage subsidy conditions were not met, Rocket Lab says it will repay the subsidy.13 Jun 03:10 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Four new cases in managed isolationQuarantine-free travel between New Zealand and Victoria is paused until Thursday.13 Jun 12:03 AM
World'More cases out there': Victoria's Covid-19 outbreak grows by oneIn total there are now 68 active cases in Victoria.12 Jun 11:05 PM
LifestyleSeeking stress relief, man jumps into lake for 365th straight dayDan O'Conor said he started jumping into Lake Michigan to 'find some moments of Zen'.12 Jun 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldCovid: UK's 'freedom day' in doubt as Delta variant takes holdNew York Times: A surge in cases of the variant has prompted alarm among health experts.12 Jun 02:45 AM
WorldWhy the Delta variant is terrifying Covid expertsIt spreads more easily, it's more severe, and it's more resistant to vaccines.12 Jun 12:15 AM
WorldChinese researchers find 24 new coronaviruses in batsOne of the newly identified coronaviruses is the second-closest genetically to Covid-19.11 Jun 10:17 PM
New ZealandHe's 72, beat cancer and is immuno-compromised: Why can't he get a Covid jab?'It's not enough just to be sick as a dog': Frustrated wife.11 Jun 07:35 PM
LifestyleNew survey: How Covid has changed the way Kiwis feel, shop, work, travel, and liveThe results are in: So, has Covid made us eat better, care more, and stress less?11 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSoaring travel costs: Border processing fees could climb 150%One scenario would have travellers pay $160 for border processing - up from $20.11 Jun 05:13 AM
PoliticsVaccine rollout scale down: 'Stocks will be tight for the next five weeks'Health Ministry confirmation of a slow-down contrasts to what Minister Chris Hipkins said.11 Jun 04:40 AM
New ZealandHelen Clark: Global Covid-19 vaccine rollout 'vital'Rich countries should stump up more vaccines to help end the pandemic, former PM says.11 Jun 04:25 AM
WorldQueensland identifies 959 contacts of infected Melbourne coupleThe alarming number comes as Queensland faces a nervous wait for test results.11 Jun 02:25 AM
New ZealandTwo patients battling Covid now in Auckland hospitalBoth were transferred from the Auckland quarantine facility.11 Jun 01:13 AM
New ZealandCovid: NZ to keep 100,000 Pfizer doses from global Covax schemeThe Government is using vaccines bought from a scheme to help poor nations bridge a gap.11 Jun 12:31 AM
World'Vaccinate the world': G7 nations pledge 1 billion doses to countries in need'We're going to help lead the world out of this pandemic,' President Biden said.10 Jun 11:58 PM
WorldJail time possible for infected Aussie couple who broke lockdownThe Covid-positive couple could be facing punishment from three states.10 Jun 09:49 PM
WorldAustralian woman's death likely linked to AstraZeneca vaccineA 52-year-old woman from New South Wales had a "severe form" of blood clotting.10 Jun 09:13 PM
