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Auckland businesses plead for greater police presence, more Kiwis rescued from New Caledonia and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls a general election.
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NZ likely on cusp of another Covid wave similar in size to our last two, modeller says.
Watch: Footage emerges of Liz Gunn's dramatic arrest at Auckland Airport
It comes after Gunn was found guilty of assault in the Manukau District Court today.
Coroner rules Dunedin man’s death from Covid vax may have been prevented
HDC finds failing to provide information was a prima facie breach of the health code.
Dancing in sync brings us closer together - here's why
Music and dance have important functions in terms of how people create and maintain bonds.
Health systems overhaul months behind schedule
Improved surveillance system to catch and control communicable diseases was due in June.
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The surge in cool-season flu and colds is compounded by Covid's ongoing presence.
Questions raised about vaccine mandate pledge
Although mandates were scrapped in 2022, some vaccine requirements still remain.
'I was never the same': Chronic fatigue sufferers fighting for recognition
Those with the condition say they are struggling to be heard.
Kate MacNamara: Tony Blakely’s Covid advice and what it means for the inquiry he chairs
The chair of the Covid-19 inquiry advised government officials during the pandemic.
Pandemic-era winners suffer $2.5 trillion fall in market value
Financial Times: Top 50 biggest stock gainers hit by painful decrease after lockdowns.
Fuelling change: End of era for long-running service station
Bittersweet atmosphere as loyal patrons called in one final time.
'Rare and dangerous side effect': Covid vaccine withdrawn worldwide
AstraZeneca said the decision is commercial as alternatives have superseded jab.
Opinion: What the Royal Commission into Covid-19 has discovered so far
COMMENT: Inquiry aims to help prepare New Zealand for any future pandemic.
City couple's mushroom venture sprouts from pandemic
Benson Thomas and Hattie MacLennan once lived a city life in Auckland.
Worker burnout, the future of vaccines and frustration over driver's licences
Workers overworked, Pharmac and Health NZ weigh up the future of Covid vaccines and questions over why labour-hire companies continue to bring in overseas workers.
Low measles vaccination rates for Māori blamed on cyclone, pandemic
Counties Manukau is one area where immunisation rates for tamariki Māori are low.
Driving test fees, Kiwibank scam victim and MIQ fees | Focus Morning Bulletin April 29, 2024
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Opinion: In the debate over truancy, we’re leaving out the most important voices
OPINION: There are many reasons why children in NZ are skipping school.
After spending $700k-plus on pins for Covid-19 workers, department now cutting costs
Some 80,000 frontline pandemic workers were given the pins.
University of Auckland taken to ERA by ‘Plan B’ academic Simon Thornley
The university is now involved in a new employment dispute.
Yoga, clothing, a pet: What principals spent 'treat yourself' Covid-19 wellbeing money on
The ministry doesn't know how many schools were sent draft guidance to 'treat' themselves.
Video production business insolvent, estimated to owe $800k
Director said video company was 'another victim of Covid', according to liquidator.
Florist business blooming as it celebrates 10 years
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Talking point: Communities at the heart of restoring trust
OPINION: National social cohesion approaches seldom work. Local efforts are vital.
Long Covid sufferers scared they'll face penalties under benefit reset
Minister has announced a ramping up of benefit sanctions would begin from June.
Big jump in late-summer visitors to NZ from a year ago
Overseas visitor numbers up, but still not at pre-pandemic levels.
NZ Rugby steps in to repay $3m Covid wage subsidies
Rugby's ruling body is looking to cut funding at provincial level by $3.6m over two years.
Health Ministry proposes job cuts of 18 per cent
Ministry of Health proposes to slash 134 roles entirely to meet Govt savings directive.
No certain cause of healthy teen’s death after Covid vaccine - coroner
The cause of the inflammation in the boy's heart could not be satisfactorily determined.
School stand-downs and suspensions jump on back of worsening student behaviour
Student behaviour is worsening, with Covid measures having played a role.
Man who sold bleach as Covid cure gets jail term converted to home detention
Criminal 'seized upon the tragedy' of the pandemic as a 'money-making opportunity'.
Former Air NZ worker wins fight for compo after getting Covid-19 on the job
Former cabin crew member says Air NZ 'abused its privilege' in fight over compo.