New ZealandFocus: Covid Outbreak | Wednesday 9th February WrapCovid-19 Omicron outbreak: 204 new community cases, 46 at the border; 1200 isolating at home in Auckland region. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Feb 01:38 AM
New Zealand204 new community cases, 46 at the border; 1200 isolating at home in AucklandNew modelling has indicated that over one million Kiwis will be infected with Omicron.09 Feb 01:16 AM
New ZealandSix new cases of Covid-19 in Wellington, restaurant named a location of interestThree cases are in Porirua and three are in the Hutt.09 Feb 01:05 AM
New Zealand'Infuriated' MIQ returnees finally released from Rotorua hotelThe MIQ returnees were finally released five hours later than planned.09 Feb 12:44 AM
New Zealand'It's a part of NZ': PM on protesters camped out at Parliament'The only reason they can move around like this is majority of people are vaccinated.'08 Feb 11:53 PM
New ZealandSouth Auckland primary schools consider onsite vaccination clinicsCounties Manukau DHB has asked primary schools to allow vaccinations on their sites.08 Feb 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationTe Mata School students tested for Covid, no new cases yetTe Mata School principal is cautiously optimistic after no new Covid cases in the region.08 Feb 10:52 PM
WorldHospitals begin to limp out of the latest Covid-19 surgeHospitalisations fuelled by the highly contagious Omicron variant have begun falling.08 Feb 10:30 PM
New ZealandCustomers asked to wear surgical masks at Auckland beauty storeThe real problem is people refusing to wear any mask, says industry body.08 Feb 08:32 PM
New ZealandStuart Nash quits the Mike Hosking Breakfast live on airLabour Cabinet Minister Stuart Nash quits the Mike Hosking Breakfast on air, calling time on five years of banter with the controversial breakfast host. Audio / Newstalk ZBWatch08 Feb 08:17 PM
New Zealand'Nutcase views': Judge's anti-vax outburst brings 10 complaintsChristchurch judge's 'robust' anti-vax comments referred to chief district court judge.08 Feb 08:09 PM
New ZealandLive: Big outbreak predicted as NZ modellers take swipe at earlier '50,000 by Waitangi Day'It comes as a million Kiwis due for their booster will be getting contacted by text/email.08 Feb 08:03 PM
TourismAfter 90 years, nine Youth Hostel Association properties go up for saleThe hostels have 410 rooms and 1320 beds08 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandSouth Island practices eager to get RATSGPs anxiously wait for the arrival of rapid antigen Covid-19 tests at their clinics.08 Feb 07:58 PM
WorldWhy staunch anti-vaxxer got the jabAnti-vaxxer who said mandates were a form of "segregation" has quickly changed his tune.08 Feb 07:18 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 09 Feb, 2022 Uni students call on Omicron clarity, conversion therapy ban one step closer and how the Government plan to keep essential workers at work in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch08 Feb 06:47 PM
New ZealandEmergency depts expect huge pressures, says specialistCollege of Emergency Medicine head anticipates well over 3000 patients at outbreak peak.08 Feb 05:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Be mindful': Oscar's dad's plea to Covid complainers after 6yo's leukemia battleDad says Covid-19 precautions are a "no-brainer" when it comes to protecting his son.08 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: No telling how Covid might affect each of usOPINION: Our editorial on the different experiences individuals may have with Covid.08 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionRod Jackson: 'Last chance' - why two doses are not enough to fight OmicronOPINION: Auckland University epidemiologist says Omicron will be more harmful than Delta.08 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesThe future of travel: Flight Centre's trends for 2022Kiwis want to see their families, beaches and luxury travel when borders reopen.08 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsSwarbrick wants inquiry into Covid economic responseThe Green Party wants an inquiry into the Government's Covid economic response.08 Feb 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismNZ's $17b international tourism sector big loser as Australia reopensCompetition is fierce for visitors and NZ isn't yet in the game, says sector leader.08 Feb 04:44 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesKiwi exec in hot water for 'exploiting' MIQ loophole starts work next weekHis company doesn't condone action but seeks judicial review of Govt's entry refusals.08 Feb 04:30 AM
New Zealand'Big boost week': Text and email alerts start today for 1m NZersPM says Omicron is likely to accelerate quickly.08 Feb 04:28 AM
New Zealand$500 reward for stolen lab instrument crucial to new Covid-19 testThe new antibody Covid-19 test is weeks away from becoming commercially available.08 Feb 04:08 AM
PoliticsFocus: Covid Outbreak | Tuesday 8th February WrapFebruary 8 2022 A million people due to get booster shots will begin receiving text message or email alerts from today, as PM Jacinda Ardern promised $400,000 to rural communities in her post-Cabinet press conference.Watch08 Feb 03:05 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Omicron 'set to accelerate quickly' - PM Jacinda ArdernFebruary 8 2022 "We were able to essentially stamp out Delta. With Omicron, we won't be able to do that," PM Jacinda Ardern said of the current outbreak. Watch08 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandConvoy protesters 'in for long haul', council considering optionsThe anti-mandate protesters intend to stay for 'at least a few days' in Wellington.08 Feb 02:54 AM
New ZealandPM promises schools will only close again as 'last resort'Cooler months are likely to bring new Covid variants and a return of the flu, says Ardern.08 Feb 02:35 AM
New Zealand202 new community cases, 63 at border; latest high-risk locations revealedFourteen people are in hospital with Covid, including one in intensive care.08 Feb 01:17 AM
New ZealandMinistry applauds holiday park visited by mystery Covid caseThe source of the case is yet to be found.08 Feb 01:02 AM
New ZealandAnti-mandate convoy descends on Parliament, road blockedThere are major backlogs on the streets around Parliament and roads into the capital.08 Feb 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Significant strain': New Omicron modelling predicts hit on health systemDaily hospital admissions could range from 200 to 800.08 Feb 01:00 AM
