New ZealandSchool's in for Covid vaccine: Parents urged to discuss jabs with teensIt comes after Medsafe gave provisional approval for 12 to 15 year olds.21 Jun 05:00 PM
OlympicsTokyo Olympics will let 10,000 local fans at venues to watch Games eventsTokyo Olympics will allow some local fans to attend when Games open in just over a month.21 Jun 09:27 AM
WorldVaccine hesitancy threatens India's gains against CovidIndia's death toll exceeds 386,000 — a figure considered to be a vast undercount.21 Jun 07:27 AM
WorldRecord 166 new Covid cases in Fiji; community spread now 'broad'A 77-year-old man has also died from Covid in Suva, authorities say.21 Jun 02:54 AM
LifestyleWuhan lab shortlisted for science prizeWuhan Institute of Virology has been short-listed for "identifying" the coronavirus.21 Jun 02:23 AM
WorldExpert calls for Sydney lockdown as Bondi cluster grows to 11An expert is urging authorities to consider a snap three-day lockdown for the city.21 Jun 01:29 AM
New ZealandLatest: Three new Covid cases in MIQ, contact tracers seeking NSW travellersThe Sydney cluster stands at nine cases involving the highly contagious Delta variant.21 Jun 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe Maldives lured tourists back. Now it needs nursesNew York Times: A recent surge exposed its over-reliance on expatriate health workers.20 Jun 10:55 PM
World'The race is on': Third wave hits UK as Delta variant takes hold"The race is firmly on between the vaccine programme ... and the Delta variant."20 Jun 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIn the wake of India's Covid crisis, a 'black fungus' epidemic followsNew York Times: Deadly disease has sickened former coronavirus patients across India.20 Jun 08:40 PM
New ZealandDoctors spreading misinformation about Covid-19 may lose their jobMedical Council chair Dr Curtis Walker said some doctors were peddling conspiracies.20 Jun 08:29 PM
WorldSydney Covid outbreak grows, new restrictionsHealth officials have introduced new rules across the city.20 Jun 07:52 PM
New Zealand'It is not humane': Top NZ knight's plea to allow grieving Kiwis homeSir Ian Taylor's employee had difficulty getting an MIQ space for sick father visit.20 Jun 07:29 PM
WorldUS sends 2.5 million vaccine doses to TaiwanDonation tripled as a gesture to 'a family member to the world's democratic countries'.20 Jun 05:56 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatt HeathMatt Heath - Why all I want is that delicious Covid vaccineOPINION: We humans always want what we can't have.20 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldSydney Covid cluster grows to 9, restrictions extendedOfficials said the Covid-19 Delta variant is posing a real threat to Sydney residents.20 Jun 01:06 AM
WorldCovid-19: Brisbane records new local case of Delta variantOfficials fear the new case caught the Delta variant while on an Emirates flight.20 Jun 12:54 AM
New ZealandCovid update: Four new MIQ cases, NZ closely watching Sydney outbreakThe busy mall at Bondi is popular with New Zealanders, says the Ministry of Health.20 Jun 12:45 AM
EntertainmentMetal fans mosh at the three-day UK Download FestivalThousands of heavy metal fans enjoy Britain's first full music festival.19 Jun 10:57 PM
WorldCovid-19 Delta variant quickly taking over the worldThe Delta variant threatens a new Covid-19 outbreak in NSW, and Australia is not alone.19 Jun 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: The great worker shortage could solve itself - but no one wants thatOPINION: Worker shortages will get worse before they get better - what's the solution?19 Jun 05:00 PM
World'Near and present danger': Sydney Covid cluster grows by twoThe current outbreak in Sydney is of the more transmissible Delta variant.19 Jun 12:59 AM
WorldCovid-19 coronavirus: Biden celebrates 300 million vaccine shot milestoneBiden announces 300 million vaccines have been administered in the 150 days.18 Jun 10:52 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Reasons to be positive about vaccine rolloutEditorial: Group three jabs will provide more vulnerable residents with reassurance.18 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldIsrael to send a million Covid vaccine doses to PalestiniansIsrael has fully reopened after vaccinating some 85 per cent of its adult population.18 Jun 10:00 AM
New ZealandStewart Island Covid-19 case investigation: Household contacts test negativePotential case of Covid-19 was actually a virus causing cold and flu type symptoms18 Jun 07:15 AM
WorldCovid lab leak evidence 'overwhelming', claim scientistsThe chance that Covid-19 emerged naturally in animals is 'one in a million', pair claim.18 Jun 07:15 AM
World115 new Covid cases in FijiFiji has recorded 1578 cases since the latest outbreak started in April 2021.18 Jun 06:59 AM
New ZealandTravel bubble stays open with NSW, vigilance urged for recent arrivalsGood news for those travelling from New South Wales.18 Jun 06:51 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ's Greg Foran on when long-haul travel could resumeWhere to next for airline, heavy losses continue and a sweetener for remaining staff.18 Jun 05:32 AM
New ZealandKiwi schools targeted by anti-vaxxersMinistry bulletins for school leaders have addressed misinformation since last year.18 Jun 04:16 AM
New ZealandMental health in MIQ: At least 30 people referred to specialist, crisis teams since managed isolation openedMain reasons for referrals are depression, panic attacks and claustrophobia.18 Jun 03:34 AM
PremiumPremiumSportIn sprint to reopening, sports hits pandemic obstaclesNew York Times: No playing field, court or ring is safe from the disruptions of Covid.18 Jun 02:34 AM
World'We're in trouble': Sydney Covid-19 outbreak growsNSW 'on high alert' with premier recommending masks on public transport and indoor venues.18 Jun 01:44 AM
