'Very real concern': Scientists warn urgent long-Covid research needed
New Zealand's healthcare system could be hit with an 'ongoing burden' of long Covid.
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Upset at vaccine privacy breach; 1 new case in MIQ
50 people have been contacted over a DHB privacy breach.
Hundreds of Aucklanders queue for vaccination despite delays
Reports up to 500 people were seen lining up for the Covid-19 vaccine in East Tamaki.
Covid-19: One new case in MIQ, one historical case
Investigations continuing into MIQ cases at Grand Mercure and Grand Millennium hotels.
'Just chaos': Too many patients, stretched staff a shock for ED visitor
The woman feared what effects the delays were having on others.
Inside the movement pushing Covid-19 anti-vax theories
Officials fear the protesters could undermine a national immunisation campaign.
Cook Islands travel bubble likely to begin in May
Ardern met with Cooks PM Mark Brown this afternoon, where the bubble was on the agenda.
Chris Lynch: Where has all the mental health funding gone?
A $10 million boost was announced for youth mental health and addiction services.
Wellington councillors blindsided by serious drinking water incident
Untreated water had to be diverted after a power cut stopped a UV filter from working.
Suspected Covid transmission in MIQ hotel: 250 ex guests told to isolate, get re-tested
The Government says the risk to the public is low after a MIQ worker caught the virus.
Infected MIQ worker 'low risk', sport stars in line for early vaccines
Olympic athletes will automatically qualify for early vaccines, Govt confirms.
Focus Live: No new Covid-19 community cases; criteria set for early vaccinations
Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins said there were strict criteria for these for early vaccinations – and only would be granted "for people who need to travel outside of New Zealand on compassionate grounds or for reasons of national significance".
CBD supermarket, childcare centre linked to Covid cleaner
The person visited an Auckland childcare centre to collect a grandchild on Friday.
Little says health system under serious stress, major reform on way
Core reform to reinforce Treaty of Waitangi principles in "by Māori, for Māori approach".
Officials investigating if MIQ returnee caught virus from another guest
Several investigations have been launched into the MIQ guest's infection.
DHB and rest home failed elderly stroke victim: HDC investigation
The wife had been unaware her husband had suffered a stroke was until she visited him.
Man overdoses at pharmacy - then allowed to drive
The man took pills that were seven times more than his usual dose.
Focus: March 23, 2020: The day that changed our lives
March 23, 2020: The day that changed our lives. Video / Mark Mitchell / Chris Tarpey / AP
Misplaced fears over risks big factor in Covid-19 vaccine unease
A new study delves into the factors that drives 'hesitancy' toward the Covid-19 vaccine.
With transtasman bubble, NZ should cut MIQ capacity - expert
A transtasman bubble could open up 40 per cent of MIQ capacity to more high risk nations.
Covid 19: Ashley Bloomfield music clip cost $40k of taxpayer money
Music remix and video played at summer festivals and other key events.
CDHB confirms stance supporting fluoridation of drinking water
The DHB voted to continue its pro-fluoridation stance at a meeting today.
Judge orders pre-schooler to be vaccinated despite father's objections
Father said he did not want to put his daughter into a "forced vaccination programme".
Focus Live: 27,000 Kiwis have received the Covid-19 vaccine so far
There are no new community cases of Covid-19, three in managed isolation and 27,000 Kiwis have received the vaccine so far.
Increase in Covid-related scams as vaccine rollout ramps up
NZ's cyber security agency anticipates vaccine-related scams will get worse.
No new Covid community cases; 2 cases in MIQ
The last recorded community case was on February 28.
Ministry of Health seeks innovative ways to deliver abortion services
Minister says there have already been substantial improvements since decriminalisation.
Sugar taxes work overseas, and can here - Dental Association
UK tax on sot drinks resulted in a 10 per cent decrease in sugar consumption, says report.
Live: No new Covid-19 cases in the community, one in MIQ
It's a month since the first Valentine's Day community case, and all NZ is now at level 1.
Kerre McIvor: Stop treating me like a child or I'll behave like one
Tourism and hospo industries don't want handouts. They just want to be able to work.
What's in your vaping liquid? Scientists to test for nicotine levels, alcohol, illegal drugs
Studies have reported large variations between labelled and actual nicotine levels.
Covid-19: No new community cases, three in MIQ
All 15 cases associated with the Valentine's Day cluster have now recovered.
Revealed: How many frontline workers have refused the Covid vaccine
New Zealand's Covid-19 vaccine rollout programme is three weeks in.
Concern bus drivers aren't being prioritised for Covid-19 vaccine
Transport authorities surprised bus drivers aren't in line ahead of general population.