Latest from New Zealand

Seven children in Wellington's ICU due to RSV outbreak

The latest numbers have been released relating to the RSV outbreak in Wellington.

Climate change: NZ imported more than million tonnes of 'dirty' coal

Coal imports from Indonesia in 2020 was 1.084 million tonnes, just over one billion kg.

Pregnant Kiwi stranded in NSW gets ticket on mercy flight

Mercy flights from NSW began on Tuesday, with travellers heading into MIQ upon arrival.

Three feral dogs shot at Far North farm; attacks continue

Community effort ends in frustration as dogs lie low.

Pre-departure Covid tests checked 'randomly' at NZ airports; Expert's dismay at risk

Pre-departure tests are subject to "random validation" - meaning not everyone was checked.

Auckland vaccination centres run out of supply for hours

After 20 people - who had waited hours - left the facility, the vaccines were delivered.

Speak Up For Women controversy: Billboard removed, mayor apologises

Michael Fowler Centre to be lit in the transgender flag colours as tensions escalate.

Christchurch terror attacks: Deadline set for submissions to Coroner

Coroner Deborah Marshall is nearing a decision on whether to hold a terror attack inquest.

Rescuers await health results of stranded orca

The juvenile was found stranded at Plimmerton beach on Sunday afternoon.

'Off the grid': Up to 15 kids who don't officially exist found living on property

An Oranga Tamariki uplift has revealed children with no formal connection to society.

Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre to be lit in transgender flag colours

Building will be lit while controversial group Speak Up For Women holds an event there.

Kiwi stuck in NSW describes booking havoc

'[Mum] just cries on the phone when I ring her, but I can't get home Mum ...'

Live: Wet weather front kicks off school holidays

Weather warnings are in place for Northland.

Political Roundup: The Democratic and equity deficits in Three Waters reforms

Equity problems in the Government proposals, Representation and governance concerns.

Covid-19: NZ delivered best health results in OECD, but where to now?

Analysis: Best results for public health and economy, but NZ and Oz need long-term plans.

'Anxious, and cruel': Govt's MIQ and pre-departure steps criticised

Kiwis tying to get home says giving MIQ rooms to those taking overseas holidays is cruel.

Revenge porn: Man who uploaded sex tape escapes charges - victim 'gutted'

Police confirm no charges against man who secretly uploaded sex tape without consent.

Heather Du Plessis-Allan: We don't need six months of crossing our fingers

OPINION: The public's expectations will only mount with each jab, each passing month.