New ZealandCovid numbers up with 17,522 new community cases; 28 infections linked to protestThe number of people in hospital is the more worrying number - expert.06 Mar 11:45 PM
New ZealandNational MP Simon Bridges tests positive for Covid-19Bridges is the second MP known to have contracted Covid-19.06 Mar 10:49 PM
New ZealandSmokers more likely to die from Covid 19 - researchResearch shows smokers more likely to get severely ill or die if they contract Covid-19.06 Mar 10:41 PM
New Zealand'Given everybody a fright': Chatham Islanders eager to get tested after Covid casesThe Chatham Islands have recorded their first cases of Covid-19.06 Mar 09:50 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe 'nocebo' effect: Why medical side effects may be psychosomaticTelegraph: From statins to Covid vaccines - many side effects are often psychosomatic.06 Mar 09:33 PM
New Zealand'Feel like a 10-day break?' - bid to sell positive RAT results 'distressing'Facebook post offers four positive test results to be used to get time off work.06 Mar 09:25 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldCoronavirus invades cells in penis and testicles of monkeys, research findsNew York Times: Symptoms such as erectile dysfunction reported by some Covid patients.06 Mar 08:14 PM
EntertainmentRhythm and Vines cancelled after NYE festival moved to Easter weekendMusic lovers will be able to celebrate the festival's 20th anniversary in December.06 Mar 06:00 PM
WorldDeath toll nears six million as pandemic enters third yearSome analysts put the number of deaths much higher - at between 14 and 23.5 million.06 Mar 05:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: Police did themselves proud in ending protestJarrod Gilbert on how the police handled Wellington protests.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelTravel in the time of Omicron: Our experts answer your questionsDesperate for adventure but overwhelmed by all the new rules? Our experts can help.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandExpert approves leaving home to exercise while isolatingPeople who are self-isolating are allowed to leave their home to exercise.06 Mar 07:10 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Case numbers dropping - but so are rapid testing resultsThe trend of falling daily cases Covid-19 should be treated with caution, experts say.06 Mar 06:35 AM
New ZealandMoH acknowledges waits to report RAT results over the phoneAn Auckland woman said it took days to report her daughter's RAT result over the phone.06 Mar 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCovid-19: Michael Baker's three predictions for 2022What can NZ expect in year 3 of Covid-19? Epidemiologist Michael Baker explains.06 Mar 12:41 AM
New Zealand15,161 cases, one death, 618 in hospital - case drop 'encouraging' but caution urgedThe seven-day rolling average of cases is 17,272, up from 16,687 yesterday.06 Mar 12:36 AM
New ZealandBoosted vs unvaxxed: How does Omicron infection risk compare?Model underscores glaring gap in Omicron infection risk between boosted and unvaccinated.05 Mar 11:51 PM
New ZealandInterislander ferry passenger services cancelled after Covid crew casesInterislander ferries can still sail carrying freight, and Bluebridge services operating.05 Mar 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionCost blowout, delays hit 21-unit state housing projectKāinga Ora is sticking by its decision to go modular and with overseas builders.05 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandAnti-mandate protesters moving on from Remutaka Forest Park, DoC saysProtesters demonstrating at Parliament in Wellington were dispersed on Wednesday.05 Mar 10:59 PM
World'Russia's invasion sets off alarm bells over China' as Taiwan bracesElderly get ready to pick up their guns as war in Ukraine sparks fear they could be next.05 Mar 10:27 PM
New ZealandBorder reopenings start, but bumpy road ahead for tourismTourism has taken a big hit during the past two years of border closures.05 Mar 10:23 PM
New Zealand'We can't keep up': Papakura Marae struggles with Covid demandMarae says it is struggling to cope with the sheer number of whānau needing its services.05 Mar 10:16 PM
New ZealandHow will history judge NZ's mothballed MIQ system?Now MIQ is getting scrapped, the question remains: Was it fit for purpose?05 Mar 10:10 PM
Lifestyle'No such thing as educating women': The email sent to a professor and Covid expertEpidemiologist told you can't "educate women". This is how she beats the trolls.05 Mar 09:09 PM
SportAnti-vaxxers hijack Warne's death"Anti-vaxxers are already signing his death certificate. It's shameful and disgusting."05 Mar 08:34 PM
New ZealandTop cop on what we need to learn from the Parliament protest violence"We need to think as a nation how we got there & how we avoid being there in the future."05 Mar 07:39 PM
Politics'Nonsensical': More than 30,000 rapid tests seized at borderIs Australia winning the RAT race? Seized rapid tests slammed after school denied.05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandEpidemiologist says Auckland's Omicron cases may have peakedMichael Baker says he is "cautiously optimistic".05 Mar 08:07 AM
New ZealandDoctors' union doesn't share Ashley Bloomfield's optimism over hospital capacityASMS says Omicron outbreak has 'slammed' Auckland hospitals.05 Mar 07:26 AM
New ZealandFocus: Covid Outbreak | Saturday 5th MarchMarch 5 2022 There were 18,833 community cases of Covid-19 in the community today. Five more people have died with Covid-19, bringing NZ's toll since the pandemic began to 68. Watch05 Mar 02:58 AM
New ZealandDoC closes camp site after protesters move inAbout 30 anti-mandate protesters are camped out at Remutaka Forest Park, managed by DoC.05 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandTears, hugs as Kiwis from across the globe start flying in as MIQ endsKiwis set to flood home via Auckland Airport today, many for first time in two years.05 Mar 01:15 AM
LifestyleWatch: 'Here's what bus drivers get up to on their breaks'Music to the ears: Viewers described it as "a joy to see" especially amid difficult times.05 Mar 01:07 AM
