WorldCovid-19: Fiji records 860 new cases, three more deathsNone of the individuals who have died from Covid-19 in Fiji have been fully vaccinated.09 Jul 08:12 PM
PoliticsSpitting tacks: Covid saliva testing provider slams Health Ministry over delays"The ministry has consistently advised Chris Hipkins incorrectly," Rako Science says.09 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDozens of children today battling RSV in hospital ICUsHospitals are postponing surgeries, making more space and bringing extra staff in.09 Jul 05:20 AM
New ZealandGreen flights on hold as Sydney outbreak surgesOnce flights from NSW resume, returnees will have to spend 14 days in MIQ.09 Jul 03:06 AM
New ZealandShip at centre of Covid scare to return to NZ early next weekThe Viking Bay and another fishing vessel remain off the NZ coastline with sick crew.09 Jul 12:45 AM
New ZealandInfected mariner has Delta variant of CovidGenome sequencing result for one of two infected mariners confirms Delta variant.08 Jul 01:42 AM
New Zealand'Sustainable, resilient': $44 million renewable energy plan for Christchurch HospitalTwo new biomass boilers have been installed to replace the current coal-fired boilers.08 Jul 12:33 AM
New ZealandRSV virus swamping hospitals: How to keep kids safeRSV is not new and cases increased after borders reopened.08 Jul 12:01 AM
New ZealandFocus: The RSV virus outbreakCases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) have exploded across the country, leaving some affected children in intensive care and hospitals forced to expand capacity. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Jul 10:30 PM
New ZealandOfficials 'jumped the gun' on MIQ, says Viking Bay agentBloomfield said members on ship returning to New Plymouth for MIQ, however port rejects07 Jul 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig read: Why folic acid will be added to bread-making flourA natural B vitamin can prevent devastating birth defects.07 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRampant illness: Primary school, ECE classes empty outNZ Principals' Federation says the school holidays couldn't have come at a better time.07 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFreeze on Queensland and NSW travel bubble extendedThere is no date on when the travel freeze will be lifted.07 Jul 07:23 AM
New ZealandPort Taranaki bars entry to vessel with Covid-19 infected mariners'The health and safety of our staff, port users and the community has been our priority.'07 Jul 06:27 AM
New ZealandSupermarket recalls salad batch over listeria fearsA batch of the Countdown-branded salad has been pulled from stores nationwide.07 Jul 05:10 AM
New ZealandRSV virus outbreak: Bloomfield 'concerned' as cases riseRSV is a 'nasty illness' that is debilitating for young babies, making them very sick.07 Jul 02:37 AM
VideoFocus Live: NZ approves single-dose Janssen Covid-19 vaccineThe single-dose Janssen Covid vaccine has been approved for those aged 18 and older in New Zealand.Watch07 Jul 01:00 AM
New Zealand'2022 the year of outbreaks': Top NZ health officer's stark Covid predictionThe ministry said it was keen to get 'as many people as possible vaccinated'.06 Jul 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: 'Extensive' backlogs at Waikato heart services, govt adviser's warningPatients needing urgent heart care were waiting more than six months, emails reveal.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Treat it like it's Covid': Mum fighting for daughter's life as RSV soarsA Napier mum is terrified of losing her four-month-old daughter who is in ICU with RSV.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNine DHBs still unaware of staff vaccination statusIs your DHB recording its staff vaccination information?06 Jul 08:30 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Mariners isolating offshore after two test positiveHealth officials say the situation represents a low risk to public health.06 Jul 06:24 AM
New ZealandAppeal heard over ruling regarding legality of NZ's Covid-19 lockdownThe appeal will run today and tomorrow in the Court of Appeal in Wellington.06 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandLive updates: One new Covid case in MIQ todayThe new case arrived in New Zealand from the Philippines via Singapore on June 19.06 Jul 01:15 AM
New ZealandNZ nurses welcomed across the ditch by Queensland job pitchQueensland is trying to attract New Zealand nurses with a big ad campaign.05 Jul 08:52 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe vaping battle: New inquiry delves into dangersOtago food scientists to investigate e-liquid flavour contents05 Jul 05:05 PM
New ZealandScan your drool: How MIQ saliva testing will workIt was estimated between 6000 and 20,000 saliva tests would be done per week.05 Jul 06:38 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Transtasman bubble pause to end for West Australia and Northern TerritoryPM Jacinda Ardern says the transtasman bubble pause will be lifted for Western Australia and the Northern Territory from 11.59pm on July 9, but will remain in place for Queensland and New South Wales.Watch05 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandSeven Covid cases in MIQ, one Wgtn contact remains untestedSeven new cases to report today in MIQ.05 Jul 01:19 AM
New ZealandSouthern cancer treatment outsourced to ChristchurchA rapidly expanding cancer waiting list forced the SDHB to outsource 200 patients.04 Jul 07:07 PM
New ZealandLatest: No community cases, transtasman bubble to resume with 4 statesThe travel bubble pause with SA, ACT, Tasmania and Victoria will lift at 11.59pm tonight.04 Jul 12:43 AM
New ZealandFocus: Laura Mallin lost her baby at 38 weeks, now she believes her DHB needs to be held accountable Laura Mallin was devastated to lose her baby in her 38th week of her pregnancy and feels DHB maternity services need to take accountability for her loss. Video / Mike ScottWatch03 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Tired of waiting': Frustrated Kiwi pensioners skip Covid vaccination queue'We were told May and then we were told June and now we're told July.'01 Jul 08:44 PM
New Zealand'Fear for livelihood': Student nurses open up on 'anxiety'Student nurse numbers have been recorded at a near-decade low over fears of ill treatment.01 Jul 07:12 PM