Avatar crew allowed into NZ before rule change
Cast and crew of Avatar were granted an exemption to enter New Zealand during lockdown.
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22 days of no new Covid cases despite mass gatherings
The last reported case of Covid-19 was on May 22.
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Twelve overseas arrivals have tested positive since the blanket quarantine at the border.
The $12b question: Who got the wage subsidy?
Herald investigation looks at where $12 billion subsidy went.
'Idiocy' to get rid of statues, says Peters
'Why do some woke NZers feel the need to mimic mindless actions imported from overseas?'
National wants new international students back in NZ - but with new work restrictions
National wants the borders open to international students but with new work restrictions.
Major NZ border rules relaxed: Essential workers, Team NZ challengers allowed in
Changes include removing the need for partners of NZ citizens to travel together
Govt to spend $4m on 300 new creative learning teachers
Jacinda Ardern said supporting the arts in schools is important, given the Covid-19 impact
Act Party: NZ First not saviours but enablers of gun law changes
The NZ First-Labour impasse has been settled over the second tranche of gun law reforms
Editorial: Health system must be ready for next wave or pandemic
WE SAY: Govt must use the lull to address the health system issues raised amid the crisis.
'What we fought for': Pike River families hopeful as robot recovered
'It's the chance to get to the truth of what killed the men and boys we loved.'
Spending watchdog gives Govt's 'substantial' Covid-19 spending seal of approval
But the Auditor-General identified one issue with the Govt's Covid-19 spending.
Judith Collins accuses Labour of 'politicising' Pike River tragedy
Admission there's a low chance of recovering remains is a broken promise, says National.
Soper: Covid-free doesn't mean lockdown the right or legal call
COMMENT: People ignored the dangers of being ruled by fear rather than the rule of law.
St John facing staff cuts, aims to save $30 million
St John is aiming to save $30 million to survive the economic impacts of Covid-19.
Singapore Airlines crew 'kept like prisoners' during NZ layover
Airline says it is simply adhering to directives from both Singapore and NZ authorities.
Pike River: Minister says recovery of all bodies now 'just impractical'
Andrew Little has also confirmed that the re-entry effort won't receive any more funding.
Todd Muller's new chief spin-doctor revealed: Janet Wilson
Janet Wilson will lead National's press team and will be in charge of the party's message.
PM meets Tauranga apprentice hired in work scheme
While in the Bay, the Prime Minister decided to drop in and meet Jake Alder.
Grant Robertson on The Warehouse and wage subsidy scheme: 'We want to make sure everyone is pitching in'
As of 9am this morning, businesses can apply for the 8-week extension of the scheme.
National Party leader Todd Muller has minor surgery
It comes as the Prime Minister was busy in his own Bay of Plenty territory.
Transtasman bubble: Former Kiwi PM pushes for Pacific Islands' inclusion
Calls for the Pacific Islands to be included in the transtasman bubble are getting louder.
PM takes swipe at Air NZ; says travel bubble will focus on Australia before Pacific Islands
Public and private events, retail and hospitality - all can take place now without limits
Derek Cheng: PM's D-Day decision already made for her
The time has come for an elimination street party - with no need for physical distancing.
What we have learned from Covid crisis
EDITORIAL: The Government is increasingly also leaving its comfort zone.
Police Commissioner's gamble: Winners and losers from reshuffle
ANALYSIS: New top cop has quietly, but quickly, started reshuffling the police hierarchy.
Todd Muller: Timeline for transtasman bubble needed now
"If a timeline was put forward, these businesses would be able to plan for the future."
Todd Muller's new hire likely to cause disquiet among National MPs
Matthew Hooton has role in National Party leader's office.
Nikki Kaye on her Māori blunder, future leadership challenges, and why Simon Bridges had to go
'This isn't tiddlywinks. We're fighting for our future.'
NZ First select Shane Jones as Northland candidate
Northland is considered the party's best chance to win an electorate seat.
Steve Braunias: The secret diary of the Ardern Gang
COMMENT: You know how the Marshall feels about the rules.
Audrey Young: In 20 minutes, two contrasting faces of Winston Peters
COMMENT: New National leader Todd Muller is making political life easier for Peters.
Private schools pay back wage subsidy after Govt says they are ineligible
'People have said 'why are you applying for the subsidy? You guys are the rich ones'.'
Live: National leader Todd Muller's plan to kickstart tourism demand
National wants a $100m fund for tourism projects where the Govt pays a 70 per cent share