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Epidemiologist Sir David Skegg answers Covid-19 questions from MPs
Focus Delta outbreak: Churchgoers told to 'keep the faith' as new testing clinic opens up
Churchgoers affected in the country's biggest Covid cluster are being encouraged to "keep the faith" as they continue to be urged to get tested. Video / Brett Phibbs
Two new community cases in Wellington, in isolation while infectious
On day 9 of nationwide alert level 4 lockdown, Wellington's case numbers sit at 14.
Aussie outbreaks: Record 1,029 cases in NSW, 80 case surge in Victoria
Both NSW and Victoria are struggling to control their Delta outbreaks.
Focus Live: 68 new Covid-19 community cases - 277 in total
There are 68 new Delta cases in New Zealand today, bringing the overall total of the Covid outbreak to 277 people. 263 are in Auckland and 14 are in Wellington.
Hamish Clark: Why South Islanders care about Auckland this Delta outbreak
We love you Auckland but we don't love Covid.
What goes on inside a deep clean at the supermarket
Supermarkets undertake a "deep clean" after being visited by someone with Covid.
Countdown worker has Covid; more than 2100 staff isolating nationwide
There are two exposure times at the supermarket when the staff member was working.
Nash says Collins' 'anti-vaxxer' claim doesn't dignify response
Nash accused of being "defeatist" for saying lockdowns still possible at 80% vaccination.
Players and spectators at five De La Salle schoolboy rugby matches told to self-isolate
Locations of interest continue to mount, with education facilities and shops newly added.
Vaccination entry requirement for American Samoa
A test flight from Honolulu will begin to test the new TALOFA PASS web-system.
Man accused of crashing stolen car after police chase also charged with Covid crime
The vehicle was spotted driving erratically, including on a footpath, prior to the chase.
Police issue more than 650 lockdown infringement notices; 5000 calls reporting breaches
Police Commissioner speaks to select committee on the Delta lockdown so far.
Wanted: Police release photos after nurses' cars targeted at Auckland Hospital
The 'distressing' and 'disrespectful' thefts have hit frontline workers battling Covid.
Exclusive: Possible link between Crowne Plaza index case and church cluster
A case possibly connected to the index case is part of the church subcluster in Māngere.
Focus Delta outbreak: Ashley Bloomfield reveals possible link from index case to church group
Ashley Bloomfield says a possible link from a case in the Mangere church subcluster to the traveller in the Crowne Plaza has been identified. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus Live: Police Commissioner Andrew Coster briefs MPs on Delta lockdown
Police Minister Poto Williams and Police Commissioner Andrew Coster are briefing MPs this morning on the police enforcement of the Covid-19 Delta outbreak.
Covid-19 Delta outbreak: Employers cannot sack unvaccinated staff
Michael Wood confirms it is illegal to sack someone for not being vaccinated.
Second quarantine facility for Auckland, options for Wgtn, Chch
Chris Hipkins said yesterday that Jet Park could be out of beds by tonight.
Covid-19 booster shots not needed now but may be in time - expert
The National Party has strongly insisted NZ needs to be ordering boosters now.
Air NZ tumbles to $440m loss
Airline faces another heavy loss in the current financial year, gets $450m of Govt support
Bird feeders and baking: What Kiwis are Googling during lockdown
How many of these have you Googled this lockdown?
The three Rs of homeschooling during lockdown
For parents juggling work and family amid lockdown, homeschooling can be a huge challenge.
Live: 'Decent number' of new cases today, peak in next 48 hours; North/South alert level divide likely - expert; New employment agreements could require vaccine
Despite record numbers of daily cases, the Government is hopeful it can crush the curve.
Virus experts reveal what needs to happen before we can go to level 3
With a decision on whether lockdown will be extended imminent, experts have their say.
Police warning: Mountain bikers could be trespassed
Police will be patrolling Rotorua's Whakarewarewa Forest in case users are flouting rules.
Ministry confirms another suspected vaccine mistake after saline error
Six people were administered with a very low dose of vaccine in Christchurch.
Student at Ōtāhuhu College tests positive, new locations of interest released - set to hit 500
AUT's Wellesley Student accommodation is a location of interest.
'Really nasty': Man spits on security guard, headbutts homeless man
The incident happened when security tried to step in and break up a fight.
Sarah Trotman: Mandatory scans bad news for small business
OPINION: Sarah Trotman asks why café owners should be responsible for other's actions.
Lockdown Heroes: Auckland store offers essentials for 'free or by koha' to those in need
Grocery store owners have been hailed "Lockdown Heroes" for offering free essentials.
Construction delays: Supply hold-ups are industry's biggest issue
Construction sector facing very challenging times, with some operators "treading water".
Mike Hosking: When will our Government admit its errors?
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