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The tougher mask rules are aimed at slowing down the Omicron outbreak.
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NZ First Foundation accused argues for continued suppression
Man charged by the SFO claims allegations "will have a permanent effect on him".
Kiwi pensioners grounded in Queensland delighted at reopening
Stranded Kiwi couples in Australia will be able to return from 11.59pm on February 27.
Exclusive: Opening the gates - border changes expected from this month
After Omicron delays plans, international borders set to reopen - for some.
No masks, movies and bars open: The nations lifting Omicron restrictions
Flattening case counts in recent days raises hopes of another turning point in pandemic.
The Kiwi school that's banned phones: 'They know it's good for them'
School wants students to focus on building relationships face-to-face.
Resort market welcomes unvaccinated, unmasked
No vaccine passports required for hundreds milling around Queenstown Community Markets.
'I had to choose between my brother and sister': Afghan interpreter
The extended families of some Afghan interpreters are not eligible for crucial services.
Sideswipe: Lovestruck Mt Eden tagger?
A daily column looking at humorous, satirical and simply strange news.
Shane Te Pou: Mayoralty bun fight could be an own goal for Labour
OPINION: Efeso Collins and Richard Hills have both thrown their hat in the ring.
Why corporate sales leaders remain optimistic
Research finds growing optimism amongst sales executives.
Opinion | Govt's unemployment insurance a decent scheme at a bad time
OPINION: Grant Robertson forging ahead with a massive expansion of the social safety net.
Watch: Boutique store staff chase thieves down street
Store manager says thefts are getting worse and is worried someone will get hurt.
Chris Hipkins' regrets over accidental release of vaccine cost data
'Obviously it was information that was not supposed to be released.'
Tourism sector's $16b question: When will borders reopen?
Closed borders have cost 50,000 jobs and $16b a year in international tourism spending.
Couple trapped in Aussie must repay $16,000 in pensions
The couple have been stuck in Australia for nearly a year.
Judge declines bid to halt vaccine rollout for kids
Eight parents opposing the vaccine rollout say they will continue their fight in court.
Kiwi hero awaiting emergency MIQ spot to see dying mother
Hemopo's mum, who he describes as his 'queen', has stage 4 cancer.
Booster change gives NZ bigger head-start against Omicron - experts
Experts welcome "pragmatic" Govt call to make booster available to a million more Kiwis.
Why the most challenging phase of Omicron is yet to come
Omicron has overtaken Delta as the most prevalent strand of Covid 19 in NZ.
Labour crunch: Unemployment lowest since 1986 - falls to 3.2 per cent
New figures show fewer people without work and wages continuing to rise
Live: 'What a circus' - Govt denies bending to Bellis MIQ political pressure
'We're Kiwis that want to come home and hug our whānau.'
Twenty Covid mutations in a single patient
Young woman with untreated HIV accumulated more than 20 additional SARS-CoV-2 mutations.
Ukraine crisis: Putin says he is open to more talks
Russian President still maintains US and allies have failed to meet his security demands.
Mass killer Anders Breivik's parole bid rejected
Norwegian court rules far-right extremist still poses an obvious risk.
Want a job? 24,000 kiwifruit workers needed as labour shortage bites
Last season harvesting roles paid an average of $27 an hour rates vary and can reach $40.
Nearly half Wellington's 5 to 11-year-olds received a Pfizer shot in the first two weeks
Kids aged 5–11 became eligible for the vaccine just over two weeks ago, on January 17.
Wellington residents warned of unpleasant smell in the air today
People in and around Seaview and Silverstream might be affected by the stink.
'Woeful': Border scheme to lure 300 teachers to NZ - only 8 came
Claim process is too costly, confusing and slow to get teachers into the country.
The PM faces the blowtorch, will this week turn it around?
OPINION: After a fraught fortnight, the PM will try to quell the Covid response hotspots.
Barry Soper: Government trying to oil squeaks that have turned into shouts
COMMENT: Don't hold your breath, as you may clog up the threatened hospital system