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Omicron outbreak: More than 800 staff from one DHB off work
All of Auckland's district health boards are now postponing some non-urgent operations.
Person infected with Covid-19 rescued from surf
The infected swimmer unnecessarily put the lifeguards at risk.
School closes for two weeks with an Omicron case in almost every class
'We're not prepared to sit back and let this thing gobble everybody up', principal says.
Desperate pharmacist on denying RATs to sick: 'I just feel so helpless'
A pharmacist says countless symptomatic people are seeking tests she can't give out.
'It's like preparing for war': Health staff under pressure battling Omicron
"They're saying 'I'm really tired now and I don't know how long I can do this'."
Eight people injured after serious crash on Auckland motorway
One person is in critical condition.
Funding boost for Māori and Pasifika health providers to help Covid families
The Government has announced $140 million will go to assist affected whānau.
Honest Auckland rental videos turn Kiwi newlywed into TikTok star
Daisy Pedersen's videos are bringing hope to families waiting months to get rentals.
Mall terror attack exclusive: 'Please don't cut my throat' - stabbed teacher's horrific ordeal
As he slashed at her neck with a knife, Ezmeralda Johns looked into her attacker's eyes.
'So, this is my story. This is how I die': Mall victim's survival, her hero - and why she feels terror attack has been forgotten
She looked into the eyes of Ahamed Samsudeen as he stabbed her, and saw nothing.
Three people injured after crash in Kumeū
The serious crash happened at 11.20am on Old North Rd.
How marae are becoming vital community resources in Covid fight
Having never stepped foot on a marae, two Auckland locals left with a new appreciation.
Wellness push proves record-breaking success at vaccination sites
More than 1000 whānau were engaged across four Māori-led sites on Saturday.
Who wants to be Auckland's mayor?
Who is running, who's still unsure and who's definitely ruling themselves out.
'Miss you so dearly': All Black great's sister dies in Auckland church accident
Helen Verry, 44, died at a church in West Auckland.
Woman dies in workplace accident at West Auckland church
People could be seen hugging and crying outside the church.
New Plymouth gym wrongly claiming customers don't need Covid vaccine passes
A second North Island gym is staying open without checking vaccine passes.
'I've never been afraid to speak my mind': Efeso Collins commits to AKL
Efeso Collins tells why he's decided to run with or without Labour's endorsement.
New vaccination centre prepping for Omicron
The new centre has replaced the indoor site for walk-ins in Westgate.
Five people in hospital after cleaning water tank
The people were affected by carbon monoxide fumes.
'Nightmare': Omicron-linked wedding venue calls for support for families involved
"They were lovely, they were really nice," the manager said of the families involved.
Auckland locations of interest: Chemist Warehouse, SkyCity Casino, Pak'nSave Manukau added to list
Shoppers at Pak'nSave Manukau and Chemist Warehouse asked to self-monitor for symptoms.
Contact of Omicron-infected MIQ worker tests positive, 14 new cases today
There are 30 people in hospital with the virus.
Auckland daycare to close after contact with Covid case
A west Auckland daycare will be closed on Tuesday following a confirmed Covid-19 case.
'Undue risk': Paedophile cheerleading coach who worked on kids' TV show denied parole
Marinovich was denied parole due to his continuing unhealthy interest in child sex.
One dead after fire tears through Avondale house, neighbours evacuated
Neighbours had to be evacuated as firefighters battled the blaze.
Two more arrests after Northland drug raids involving Police and Customs
More arrests from alleged Northland-based drug importation ring
'Much-loved' former Auckland high school student killed in early morning crash
Metua Ryan Hori Ewart died after a crash in Massey at around 3.40am Sunday.
'Disgusting': Rental advocate says it's time the Govt intervened in market
'It's disgusting to see properties like this listed...then charged out at obscene rates.'
Ramshackle rental listing axed from Trade Me
The one-bed lean-to without four walls was being advertised for $285 a week.
Covid case at Golden Lights: Festivalgoers urged to watch for symptoms
The ministry is asking those who attended the festival to self-monitor for symptoms.
Fatal crash in West Auckland - police investigating after car ploughs through fence
Police investigating after car ploughs through fence in West Auckland.