Four women died during or soon after birth at Auckland Hospital in March and April 2020.

Back in November 2020, New Zealand claimed the number one spot but now has fallen.

Just five cases of flu have been detected in NZ this year, with implications for immunity.

September 29 2021 There are a "sobering" 45 new Covid cases in the community today, including 12 unlinked 'mystery' cases. All of today's cases are in Auckland.

It will take a century for Māori life expectancy to reach that of Pākehā.

The outbreak has 'seated itself in a gang environment', the health select committee heard.

A damning review has found that Oranga Tamariki is a "weak, disconnected and unfit" agency - and the Government says it will cease the controversial tactic of child uplifts.

400 percent increase in unsuccessful attempts by abuse victims to get support through ACC.

Young model praised for 'wonderful, proud and positive statement'.

'We see it as an extension of our health and safety policies.'

September 28 2021 There are eight Covid cases in the community today, including a person who presented at Waitakere Hospital. There is one unlinked case today - the person who arrived at the hospital. Five staff members have been stood down.

In survey of 12 countries, Aotearoa ranks highest in favourable attitudes to vaccination.

OPINION: The pandemic has also provided a chance to flourish.

The trial will mean little if the current outbreak is not stamped out, an expert warns.

Experts say the end of the pandemic is sooner than we think ... with a catch.

Obstetric injuries sustained by thousands of women will be covered.

The extra funding is directed towards meeting demand during the pandemic.

The patient waited for seven months for an ultrasound.

12 new Covid-19 community cases were announced on Monday with PM Jacinda Ardern outlining a self-isolation trial for international travellers and the RSE travel bubble for the Pacific to resume. Video / NZ Herald

There are concerns the vaccine rollout is lagging in rural areas.

Rest home delayed calling an ambulance and suggested it was low priority.

September 27 2021 There are 12 new cases of Covid-19 in the community today. The seven-day rolling average of Covid cases in NZ is now 15, compared with 17 last week and 19 the week before.

'Strong progress was made in the past, that momentum has been lost.'

'I'm lying on my back, one of my hands are numb and one of my legs I can't move.'

There were 18 new cases in the community yesterday.

Enforced use of passports in domestic settings could be challenged under human rights law.