Current waits for kids dental checkup 'just too long'
Children classed as low risk for teeth decay could wait two to three years for a checkup.
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No voucher, no fly - Managed isolation allocation explained
All you need to know about getting a voucher for managed isolation when you fly to NZ.
Christchurch supermarket open for business after deep clean
The Colombo Street supermarket was closed for deep cleaning last night.
Foreign fishermen to be released from managed isolation starting tomorrow
The Ministry of Health made the announcement today.
'Serious risks' at Auckland public health unit
Specialists say there is little sign of a permanent fix to the degraded national system.
Communication breakdown: Nursing student mistakenly let out of self-isolation early
Pub worker released from self-isolation then ordered back home a day later after mix up.
Covid-shut pub The Malt reopens
The Malt pub in Greenhithe is back in business after Covid-19 forced it shut for 14 days.
Cataracts so bad driving isn't possible - but public system says 'No'
One in four of those declined surgery had sight so bad they couldn't legally drive.
International crews arriving at Auckland and Tauranga ports now face mandatory isolation
But Health Minister Chris Hipkins says the move would halt many ships coming to NZ.
Surgical mesh victim sceptical about ACC action
ACC to assess declined cover for surgical mesh injuries dating back to July 2005.
NZ set an ambitious target to reduce cot deaths. Three years on, no one knows if progress is being made
Experts say the rate of cot deaths in NZ may be rising after years of decreases.
One new Covid case today: Young boy in managed isolation
Director general of health hosting a 1pm press conference.
Number of Covid-19 positive foreign fishermen in Christchurch revised to 29
The Ministry of Health announced yesterday 32 of the group had tested positive.
'A horrific ending': Mother still calling for change after claims daughter not embalmed properly
A Ministry of Health review is underway following a string of mistakes.
Covid-19 coronavirus scare: Napier childcare centre and ship all clear
The Ken Rei has docked in Napier Port following an isolation period off the coast.
Five new Covid cases today, all in managed isolation
The Ministry of Health will deliver the latest figures at 1pm.
32 total foreign fishermen in Christchurch test positive for Covid-19
Three more international mariners have tested positive for the virus.
'Mixed messages': Auckland Covid pub owner sent to isolation - while his 73yo mum stays home
Greenhithe pub owner sent to Jet Park because he lives with his mum, aged 73.
No new community Covid cases, just one in managed isolation
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Businesses scramble over Auckland cluster: Why we may have dodged bullet
Health authorities are urging people to use the tracer app and get tested if necessary.
'Fafetai te atua': Healthy baby boy for worker stranded in NZ by Covid-19 border closures
But it will be some time before new father can meet his new son.
Eleven new Covid cases - all in managed isolation
There are no new cases in the community today.
Auckland BnB guests not told host tested positive for Covid
Officials have defended decision not to tell guests, saying they aren't close contacts.
New Covid cluster's trail: Bank, pub, gym all scramble after links to positive cases
How the virus has spread from a port worker on a foreign vessel throughout Auckland.
Kiwis complacent as new cluster emerges; health boss' Covid plea
Labour weekend and the Covid-19 tracer app collide in summer holidays rehearsal.
Westpac NZ bank Auckland staffer tests positive for Covid-19
The employee's colleagues have been told to monitor their health.
'Stay away': Holiday hotspot warning to Aucklanders
The Labour Weekend exodus is upon us - but Covid-19 is casting a concerning shadow.
How Covid spread from foreign ship to Auckland pub patron and gym-goer
There is tension in the air after a round of new Covid-19 cases before the long weekend.
Experts warn against complacency ahead of Labour Day weekend
Experts are warning people to stay vigilant of Covid 19 symptoms this holiday weekend.
Special report: How did NZ's 'hero' port worker get Covid-19?
He was NZ's 1530th reported case of Covid-19. He likely also saved us all a headache.
Covering Covid's gaps: Experts warn serious health worker burden looms
Hundreds of migrant health workers have entered NZ, but experts say it's no enough.
Covid caution: Auckland pub's 14-day closure as staff forced into self-isolation
Between 60 and 80 patrons were at The Malt on Friday night.
A Covid summer: Beach bag essentials and etiquette
Off to the beach for Labour Day? Here's what you need to know for your first Covid summer.
25 new Covid cases: Two in community, 18 fishermen
How many foreign deep-sea fishing crew in New Zealand have tested positive for Covid-19?