Covid: 6223 new cases, 22 deaths; more than half of new cases new variants
Ministry 'closely monitoring' the increase in cases as part of an 'ongoing review'.
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More than 10,000 cases and 16 Covid-related deaths today
The tally is slightly down after more than 11,000 community cases for three days in a row.
Minister 'should be wearing a mask' - top doc on Kelvin Davis
MP maskless at Northland marae the day before the Govt begs people to wear masks indoors.
Another deluge to hit Far North tonight
Major slip closes Waiotemarama Gorge Rd in South Hokianga.
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Rain easing after wild weather thrashes NZ
After a week of wild weather, most Kiwis are expected to have some respite from rain.
Calls for security on after-school buses as drivers battle violence and bad behaviour
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Fresh Covid-19 wave hits Northland - hospital ward closed
Masks and Rapid-Antigen Tests will now be free in a bid to fight the virus.
More than 60 charges laid after major drug and money laundering scheme busted
The syndicate was reportedly headed by a Waitematā man with links to a Vietnamese gang.
Waiotemarama Gorge Road in South Hokianga unlikely to be fully re-opened until August
Motorists advised about a major slip and detours in place in Hokianga.
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Rural non-delivery: 'Overwhelmed' postie hoards 15 months of mail
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Weather: Warning for Harbour Bridge tonight as heavy rain and gales set to hit Auckland
Streams and rivers could rise rapidly and flooding and slips are possible.
More than 4000 plants, 45kg of cannabis head found in huge growing operation
A Vietnamese teen denies masterminding a huge Whangārei Heads cannabis operation.
Govt frees up masks, RATs; 11,382 cases today, child dies with virus
An estimated 400,000 people will now be eligible for anti-viral drugs.
Orange heavy rain warning and strong wind watch for Northland issued
Northlanders advised to take care on the roads this afternoon and to avoid going out.
Live: Fresh storm warning - deluges, gales to slam top of NZ, tide flood threat
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'Improper': senior cop convinced prosecutor to withdraw charges against business partner's son
'His actions were inappropriate,' the police watchdog said.
Meth cook guarded drug supermarket with a machine gun
Man caught cooking meth in Northland had powerful firearms including a machine gun.
One person dead after Moerewa crash
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Extension 350 programme a catalyst for change for farmers
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