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Hundreds of anti-mandate protesters gather at University of Canterbury

It is one of a number of protests in Christchurch today.

Anti-mandate protests ramp up in Christchurch

About 26 tents are now pitched in Cranmer Square.

Anti-vax group's flyers misleading, socially irresponsible - ASA rules

The group distributed unaddressed flyer advertisements about Covid to homes across NZ.

Police to engage with leaders to bring protest into a lawful state

This comes after a statement was issued on behalf of all political parties' leaders.

Thomas Coughlan: Parliament occupation inevitable - as should be the end

OPINION: Parliament's occupation is inevitable, as is its ending.

Announcement of Jacinda Ardern's Harvard speech hijacked

One person simply asked if it was a 'joke' while another said 'read the room'.

1000 returnees to leave MIQ early tomorrow in phase 2 Omicron response

A returnee who has been in MIQ since January was shocked to learn she could leave early.

House sales drop to lowest levels since 1992 in some regions

"Many point to access to finance" - Jen Baird on agents saying why the market fell.

Live: 'Add to their discomfort' - Mallard orders Parliament sprinklers turned on, soaking protesters

The protests outside Parliament have entered their fourth day.

Transport Minister admits a 'little' surprise over bike bridge backlash

Michael Wood also spoke about congestion charges and public transport in the regions.

'Get off his head': Police say use of force at Parliament protest 'proportionate'

Police "exercising their powers fairly and professionally, relevant to the circumstances".

'I'm not a criminal, I'm a regular person': Anti-mandate protesters appear in court

About 27 protesters will come through the Wellington courts after a night behind bars.

'Rising rapidly': 600 daily community cases tipped within days

There were 306 new community cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand today.

Critical workers given isolation exemption with negative test

Critical workers who are close contacts won't have to isolate.

Free pads and tampons in schools appreciated, hope for sustainable underwear option

Phase Two of the Government's free period product initiative will begin soon.

Luxon changes tack in first showdown v PM

There was no slam dunk, but ignoring Covid meant National's best Question Time in a while.