New ZealandWellington councillors blindsided by serious drinking water incidentUntreated water had to be diverted after a power cut stopped a UV filter from working.25 Mar 02:52 AM
New ZealandSuspected Covid transmission in MIQ hotel: 250 ex guests told to isolate, get re-testedThe Government says the risk to the public is low after a MIQ worker caught the virus.25 Mar 12:58 AM
New ZealandInfected MIQ worker 'low risk', sport stars in line for early vaccinesOlympic athletes will automatically qualify for early vaccines, Govt confirms.24 Mar 12:54 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: No new Covid-19 community cases; criteria set for early vaccinationsCovid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins said there were strict criteria for these for early vaccinations – and only would be granted "for people who need to travel outside of New Zealand on compassionate grounds or for reasons of national significance".Watch24 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandCBD supermarket, childcare centre linked to Covid cleanerThe person visited an Auckland childcare centre to collect a grandchild on Friday.23 Mar 11:09 PM
KahuLittle says health system under serious stress, major reform on wayCore reform to reinforce Treaty of Waitangi principles in "by Māori, for Māori approach".23 Mar 07:46 PM
New ZealandOfficials investigating if MIQ returnee caught virus from another guestSeveral investigations have been launched into the MIQ guest's infection.22 Mar 07:26 AM
New ZealandDHB and rest home failed elderly stroke victim: HDC investigationThe wife had been unaware her husband had suffered a stroke was until she visited him.22 Mar 01:46 AM
New ZealandMan overdoses at pharmacy - then allowed to driveThe man took pills that were seven times more than his usual dose.22 Mar 01:00 AM
VideoFocus: March 23, 2020: The day that changed our livesMarch 23, 2020: The day that changed our lives. Video / Mark Mitchell / Chris Tarpey / APWatch21 Mar 08:08 PM
New ZealandMisplaced fears over risks big factor in Covid-19 vaccine uneaseA new study delves into the factors that drives 'hesitancy' toward the Covid-19 vaccine.21 Mar 12:20 AM
New ZealandWith transtasman bubble, NZ should cut MIQ capacity - expertA transtasman bubble could open up 40 per cent of MIQ capacity to more high risk nations.19 Mar 01:22 AM
EntertainmentCovid 19: Ashley Bloomfield music clip cost $40k of taxpayer moneyMusic remix and video played at summer festivals and other key events.18 Mar 06:23 PM
New ZealandCDHB confirms stance supporting fluoridation of drinking waterThe DHB voted to continue its pro-fluoridation stance at a meeting today.17 Mar 11:43 PM
New ZealandJudge orders pre-schooler to be vaccinated despite father's objectionsFather said he did not want to put his daughter into a "forced vaccination programme".17 Mar 11:41 PM
New ZealandFocus Live: 27,000 Kiwis have received the Covid-19 vaccine so farThere are no new community cases of Covid-19, three in managed isolation and 27,000 Kiwis have received the vaccine so far.Watch17 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandIncrease in Covid-related scams as vaccine rollout ramps upNZ's cyber security agency anticipates vaccine-related scams will get worse.16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo new Covid community cases; 2 cases in MIQThe last recorded community case was on February 28.15 Mar 11:45 PM
New ZealandMinistry of Health seeks innovative ways to deliver abortion servicesMinister says there have already been substantial improvements since decriminalisation.14 Mar 06:19 PM
New ZealandSugar taxes work overseas, and can here - Dental AssociationUK tax on sot drinks resulted in a 10 per cent decrease in sugar consumption, says report.14 Mar 01:24 AM
New ZealandLive: No new Covid-19 cases in the community, one in MIQIt's a month since the first Valentine's Day community case, and all NZ is now at level 1.13 Mar 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Stop treating me like a child or I'll behave like oneTourism and hospo industries don't want handouts. They just want to be able to work.13 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat's in your vaping liquid? Scientists to test for nicotine levels, alcohol, illegal drugsStudies have reported large variations between labelled and actual nicotine levels.13 Mar 02:07 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: No new community cases, three in MIQAll 15 cases associated with the Valentine's Day cluster have now recovered.12 Mar 11:59 PM
New ZealandRevealed: How many frontline workers have refused the Covid vaccineNew Zealand's Covid-19 vaccine rollout programme is three weeks in.12 Mar 08:20 PM
PoliticsConcern bus drivers aren't being prioritised for Covid-19 vaccineTransport authorities surprised bus drivers aren't in line ahead of general population.12 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe people behind the Covid-19 conspiracy magazineHow anti-vax lobby got 60,000 copies of publisher's Covid conspiracy magazine.12 Mar 01:13 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Auckland moves to alert level oneAuckland moves to alert level one today after 14 days since the last community case of Covid 19, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced.Watch11 Mar 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: Auckland DHB set to overhaul maternity services; investigations into deaths of mothers find problems"Lack of access or co-ordination of care" was a notable finding in three of the deaths.11 Mar 08:12 PM
PoliticsSix new Covid cases in MIQ, three results pending for close contacts of aircrewNo community cases connected to the Valentine's Day outbreak since February 28.11 Mar 12:08 AM
New ZealandPush for adults in South Auckland for first public vaccinationSpecialists say immunising everyone living in the area is the smart thing to do.10 Mar 06:53 PM
New ZealandHarrowing video on maternal suicide leaves politicians holding back tearsThe film was shown to politicians to prompt action against neglected maternal care.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSuperyacht with Covid-19 denied entry to NZ, heads to FijiThe superyacht was originally denied entry here due to the size of its crew.10 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Two million Kiwis to be vaccinated in four monthsThe vaccine rollout is aiming to reach 2 million Kiwis within four months with people at higher risk if they catch Covid-19 being the next in line behind border and healthcare workers.Watch10 Mar 12:00 AM
