The new variant has prompted a number of countries to halt travel from southern Africa.

The child was infectious at Marina View School in West Harbour from Wednesday, Nov 24.

A group of about 100 to 200 people have drifted in to the protest at Auckland Domain.

Since last year's election, pundits have been speculating on the future of Judith Collins.

The Omicron variant in South Africa is leading to a new round of travel restrictions.

The worst hit countries appear to be those with the lowest vaccination rates.

GPs say they are struggling to cope with Covid-positive patients self-isolating at home.

"The best-laid plans can get upset by what the virus does. I hope it won't be the case."

The new variant has a large number of mutations, which could help it spread faster.

The event would be based in both Wellington and Auckland, thanks to Covid-19.

There were 173 new community cases yesterday, less than the seven-day average of 187.

Roche report called for urgent action in testing, contact tracing, hospital prep, vaxing

European Union is planning to stop air travel from southern Africa to counter the spread.

One scientific advisor in the UK termed it the 'worst-ever' super-mutant Covid variant.

Emergence of a concerning new Covid variant in South Africa has many scientists worried.

Kiwis questioned in a survey reported feeling worn down by lockdown.

Letter and report from Sir Brian Roche revealed in tranche of official documents.

Act leader highlights muggings and bashings as symptoms of police resourcing issue.

"Some of us will become seriously ill and some of us may die," worried iwi chair says.

There are an estimated 25,000 people with chronic fatigue syndrome in New Zealand.

Calls to cancel festival mount as petition launched by local residents.

Research shows the likelihood of a stroke increases if you are infected with Covid.

November 26 2021. There are 173 new cases of Covid-19 in the community today. Of those cases, 154 are in Auckland, 15 are in the Waikato, one is in Northland, two are in the Bay of Plenty and one is in Lakes DHB. There is also a case in Canterbury, who was already in isolation.

The student was infectious while at Farm Cove Intermediate School in Pakuranga on Monday.

'It's a problem if people who are positive don't know for several days.'

Jan from Nelson went viral for single-handedly standing up to protesters.

Club members plan to form a guard of honour to farewell a "true inspiration".

Providing surgical masks to every visitors ensures consistency of protection.

Concerns have been raised over the lack of fresh air inside the hotel.