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Coronavirus live: Racial abuse in NZ; US now epicentre, New York may be quarantined
Top officials are calling for calm after reports of online racial abuse.
Top officials are calling for calm after reports of online racial abuse.
Certain medical and hygiene products now exempt.
Twelve people are in hospital, including two in intensive care – one on a ventilator.
Thousands of cases expected, but lockdown may be lifted if transmission chain is broken.
Supply of masks is not the issue, Ardern said, but the distribution needs tightening up.
Better personal protection equipment (PPE) measures are expected to be announced.
The pair wants the names of employers and businesses abusing the subsidy scheme.
PM Jacinda Ardern and Finance Minister Grant Robertson to update the nation.
Government has vowed to clamp down on anyone taking advantage of the Covid-19 crisis.
Housing Minister Megan Woods steps in over anxiety caused from Quinovic letter.
Most cases are still linked to overseas travel.
Red Shed boss said decision was made in good faith and based on legal advice.
Jacinda Ardern has stressed Kiwis need to 'stay at home' as four-week lockdown looms.
Jacinda Ardern is preparing for lockdown.
State of emergency declared in NZ after dozens more coronavirus cases confirmed today.
Dairies will be shut down if they allow more than one person in at a time.
An employment lawyer is warning some workers will fall through the cracks.
Finance Minister is looking at universal basic incomes as a medium- to long-term solution
The move means people won't lose their homes, as a result of Covid-19, the Govt says.
Restaurants want clarification from the government.
Got a burning question? Dr Siouxsie Wiles might just be able to help.
Businesses with turnover of between $250,000 and $80 million will be eligible.
A major financial support package for homeowners and businesses has been announced.
Speaker of the House says Parliament will be adjourned until April 28
The package will include a six-month principal and interest payment holiday.
The Govt wants to make sure goods, such as milk, meat and medicine are still delivered
MOH says it can more than triple their capacity immediately.
Tens of thousands of lives at stake, PM says, as country heads for nationwide lockdown.
COMMENT: My only real fear at this point is us.
The so far announced $16 billion package is just the beginning of Govt's support spending.