New ZealandEuthanasia uptake in NZ slow so far, but expected to riseMore than 70 people have applied for an assisted death, and fewer than 20 have died.18 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHas NZ dodged another Omicron bullet?NZ appears to have got lucky at another roll of the Omicron dice, epidemiologist says.18 Jan 02:31 AM
New ZealandFive Auckland kids did not collapse after vaccine: Social media lies quashed'We can confirm there are no reports of any such events occurring', official said.17 Jan 11:41 PM
New ZealandGastro outbreak shuts two wards in Dunedin HospitalTwo Dunedin hospital wards have been closed following a gastroenteritis outbreak.17 Jan 11:28 PM
New Zealand30 days in MIQ because he can't be isolated from infected partnerOfficials suggested he should catch Covid-19 to avoid a longer stay.17 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: 'You could think of it as an insurance policy'Thousands of 5 to 11-year-olds have already had their version of the shot.17 Jan 07:09 PM
LifestyleBizarre Covid booster shot side effect explainedThe reaction is being reported at more than fives times that of the first or second dose.17 Jan 06:27 PM
New ZealandLive: Traffic light system needs overhaul for Omicron - experts'Omicron will behave very differently; it needs a different set of interventions.'17 Jan 06:23 PM
New ZealandParents taking Government to court to stop vaccine rollout for kidsGroup says the approval of Pfizer's vaccine for kids was flawed and illegal.17 Jan 06:13 PM
LifestyleStill recovering: What I wish I'd known before catching CovidFelicity thought she'd be prepared when she caught the coronavirus. She was wrong.17 Jan 05:58 PM
New Zealand'Confusing messaging': Only half of vaccination centres available for kidsParents are being turned away from their local GP and pharmacy.17 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHalting progress and happy accidents: How mRNA vaccines were madeNew York Times: Covid vaccines drew upon long-buried discoveries.17 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandHealth officials apologise for long vaccination queuesThe demand spiked as children between 5 and 11 years old became eligible for vaccination.17 Jan 04:32 AM
New Zealand'A sad day': Brian Tamaki speaks out after bail refused - now behind bars for 10 daysThe controversial church leader was arrested this morning at his Auckland home.17 Jan 04:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'My dad's going to prison for what?': At home with Brian Tamaki as he is arrestedHerald reporter David Fisher was there as Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki was arrested.16 Jan 11:54 PM
New Zealand'When, not if' we will see Omicron in the community - PMJacinda Ardern says the Omicron variant adds volatility to the situation.16 Jan 11:50 PM
New Zealand'Dog's breakfast': Child vaccine rollout marred with hour-long queuesToday is the first day those aged 5-11 have been able to get the Covid jab.16 Jan 08:11 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 Coronavirus: What you need to know about child vaccinesThe rollout of Pfizer's paediatric Covid-19 vaccine for children began on January 17, giving those aged 5 to 11 the chance to get a dose and reduce the risks of the virus. Video / NZ Herald / MoHWatch16 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandNZ on 'borrowed time': Omicron-infected MIQ worker; traffic light reviewFrom today, Kiwis aged between 5 and 11 can get immunised against Covid-19.16 Jan 05:07 PM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Sunday 16th January WrapJanuary 16 2022 An MIQ worker who contracted Covid-19 has the Omicron strain of the virus as health officials report 25 community cases today.Watch16 Jan 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVaping epidemic: One in five secondary students addicted - surveyAt least one in four New Zealand schools are within 1km of a vape store.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCovid community cases remain low, as vaccines do their workSome new cases are of concern - including one in a large resthome, another an MIQ worker.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'History repeating': The rise of vaping-addicted teens"I didn't realise I was hooked until I tried to stop and became really sick," teen tells.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Saturday 15th January WrapJanuary 15 2022 An MIQ worker has tested positive for Covid-19 amid 29 new community cases.Watch14 Jan 11:41 PM
New ZealandLive: MIQ worker tests positive for Covid, 29 community casesOfficials are keeping a close on eye on Omicron cases at the border.14 Jan 11:36 PM
New ZealandMIQ lifeline for Kiwi travellers in Oz blind-sided by border backflipThe Govt is out to ensure Kiwis who travelled in late 2021 are guaranteed an MIQ room.14 Jan 08:39 PM
New ZealandSurge of Covid cases at border, double those in the communityMajority of cases popping up at the border are the highly contagious Omicron variant.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOtaua the brave: 7-year-old will be among Kiwi kids lining up for Covid-19 jabTrust the experts, not social media, mum says.14 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDr Mataroria Lyndon: With Omicron knocking, we need to vaccinate our tamarikiVaccination is our best form of protection for our tamariki, whānau and communities.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: What you need to know about child vaccinesWhy do we need to vaccinate kids? Is it safe? And how do I talk to them? Experts explain.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ's secret sperm donors - and the DNA unravelling the truthDavid Glen donated at a time when doctors never kept records and parents were told to lie.14 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleChris and Mel Cairns: 'We're in this battle together'The cricket legend and his wife open up about his new life in a wheelchair.14 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldHerpes virus 'likely' main cause of MS, study findsScientists have long speculated the two conditions may be linked.13 Jan 11:55 PM