Covid: 49 new cases, Pacific community hits 90% milestone
Limits on gathering ended today across most of NZ ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations.
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DJ Dimension's housemates do not appear to have been infected with the Omicron variant.
New Covid-19 cases in US soar to highest levels on record
The surge in cases is driven largely by the highly contagious Omicron variant.
NSW hospital numbers surge as cases soar
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Opposition calls for urgent Govt action on boosters, kids' vaccines and rapid testing amid Omicron scare
A second border-related case has been in the community, Health Ministry announced today.
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Much of Asia has largely managed to keep Omicron at bay even as the variant rages.
Omicron is going to come - it's 'just too contagious': Expert
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Omicron case: Expert urges vigilance as incubation can be longer
People need to play their part to minimise the risk of transmission: Wiles.
Omicron case sparks call to tighten border restrictions
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'Just ludicrous': Closure of vaccination, Māori response centres slammed
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Restaurant penalised for multiple Covid-19 rule breaches
WorkSafe has been looking into the business since September.