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24 cases as Govt meets; airport worker treated as Omicron case after positive test
There are 56 new cases detected at the border.
Euthanasia uptake in NZ slow so far, but expected to rise
More than 70 people have applied for an assisted death, and fewer than 20 have died.
Contact of Omicron-infected MIQ worker tests positive, 14 new cases today
There are 30 people in hospital with the virus.
WFH, smaller gatherings likely to be part of Govt's Omicron plan
Director-general of health says further restrictions don't necessarily mean lockdowns.
30 days in MIQ because he can't be isolated from infected partner
Officials suggested he should catch Covid-19 to avoid a longer stay.
Live: Traffic light system needs overhaul for Omicron - experts
'Omicron will behave very differently; it needs a different set of interventions.'
Parents taking Government to court to stop vaccine rollout for kids
Group says the approval of Pfizer's vaccine for kids was flawed and illegal.
'Confusing messaging': Only half of vaccination centres available for kids
Parents are being turned away from their local GP and pharmacy.
'My dad's going to prison for what?': At home with Brian Tamaki as he is arrested
Herald reporter David Fisher was there as Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki was arrested.
Dogs could possibly sniff out Covid with more accuracy than RATs – but MoH not considering using them
Dogs are being used overseas but NZ is not considering them as part of its response.
Covid-19 Coronavirus: What you need to know about child vaccines
The 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 / MoH
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Sunday 16th January Wrap
January 16 2022 An MIQ worker who contracted Covid-19 has the Omicron strain of the virus as health officials report 25 community cases today.
MIQ worker infected with Omicron, 25 community cases
Twenty-two people are in hospital and two are in ICU with Covid.
Vaping epidemic: One in five secondary students addicted - survey
At least one in four New Zealand schools are within 1km of a vape store.
'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.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Saturday 15th January Wrap
January 15 2022 An MIQ worker has tested positive for Covid-19 amid 29 new community cases.
Live: MIQ worker tests positive for Covid, 29 community cases
Officials are keeping a close on eye on Omicron cases at the border.
Surge of Covid cases at border, double those in the community
Majority of cases popping up at the border are the highly contagious Omicron variant.
Otaua the brave: 7-year-old will be among Kiwi kids lining up for Covid-19 jab
Trust the experts, not social media, mum says.
Live: 18 new Covid cases in the community, 43 at the border
How many Covid cases will be identified at the border today?
G.A.Y night club latest location of interest linked to Delta outbreak
Anyone who was at the nightclub during that time is urged to self-isolate and get tested.
Six new Covid-19 cases in lower North Island, people urged to check locations of interest
The cases are under investigation to find out where they contracted the virus.
PM tight-lipped over fiance's rapid Covid test controversy
Clarke Gayford has apologised for 'any issues or confusion'.
'Terrible time' to be restructuring health sector - Reti
Health spokesman says DHBs still missing agreed deadline to improve safe staffing.
Obese Kiwi teens with 'no other hope' get weight-loss ops
More than 130 Aucklanders aged under 30 have had bariatric surgery in the past five years.
Opinion: The Covid lessons New Zealand could learn from Israel
Israel is a tiny country, the size of Northland but with about 10 million people.
'Risen steadily': ACC figures show increased claims over vape injuries
Vape sellers are reassuring their products are safe despite an increase in injuries.
'Welcome news': Only 14 community cases despite higher testing rates
On Tuesday, there were nine cases at the border.
Vaccine tracker: How many people have received their booster Covid shot?
Booster vaccines became available in late November 2021.
Luxon's biggest headache? The National MP flirting with anti-vax messaging
National MP in hot water for visiting an anti-vax protest has other controversial views.
27 Covid cases in community, 33 in MIQ; 35 people in hospital
Today's Covid cases are in Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Rotorua and Wellington.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Jan 8th & Jan 9th Wrap
January 9 2022 There have been 85 new Covid-19 community cases over the past two days. Video / NZ Herald