Worst-case outcome: Aucklanders could be in lockdown for seven weeks
Experts say it will come down to how far the virus has spread within the community.
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Auckland motorways clogged amid supermarket rush, planned maintenance
NZTA warned motorists of delays due to scheduled works.
'Catastrophic': Call for calm as Auckland plunged back into lockdown
There are four new cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand. Auckland is again in lockdown.
Focus Live: Auckland returns to level 3 lockdown
On August 12, after more than 100 days without community transmission of Covid-19, Auckland moved to alert level 3 and the rest of New Zealand to level 2. Video / Will Trafford
What you need to know: Symptoms of Covid-19, when to get tested
Many Kiwis concerned about Covid-19 symptoms after local transmission confirmed.
Countdown asks people to 'shop normally' as images of panic-buying emerge
Countdown says there's plenty of food and supplied for everyone.
'Extremely disappointed': Judith Collins says Govt let Covid back in
National Party leader puts blame squarely in the lap of the Government, PM.
Auckland in lockdown, rest of country in level 2 after community transmission
It comes after four cases of community transmission.
Focus Live: Covid-19 is back in NZ - Auckland in lockdown, rest of country in level 2
On August 12, after more than 100 days without community transmission of Covid-19, Auckland moved to alert level 3 and the rest of New Zealand to level 2. Video / Will Trafford
Michael Woodhouse's isolation homeless mystery man claim debunked
A homeless person did stay in managed isolation, but he had every right to be there.
Retirement village in lockdown, residents tested for Covid-19
Village Palms Retirement Community advised of the lockdown in letter to family members.
Focus Live: PM Jacinda Ardern takes her campaign to Whanganui
Labour leader Jacinda Ardern won't reveal how she would vote in the upcoming referendum to legalise cannabis for recreational use. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus Live: One new Covid-19 case in managed isolation
Dr Ashley Bloomfield said there was one new Covid-19 case in managed isolation during an update at Ora Toa Cannons Creek Medical Centre in Porirua. Video / Ministry of Health
One new Covid case today, traveller from Melbourne
Can we continue the run of zero fresh cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand?
Watch: Bloomfield doesn't flinch during first Covid test
WATCH: Bloomfield shows Kiwis how it's done as video captures him getting a Covid-19 test.
Focus Live: Ashley Bloomfield’s first Covid-19 swab
Watch: Dr Ashley Bloomfield gets his first Covid-19 swab. Video / Ministry of Health
PM refuses to say how she'll vote in cannabis referendum
Jacinda Ardern is visiting the Sargeant Gallery and a mask-making factory in Whanganui.
Man accused of fleeing isolation to visit supermarket appears in court
Davinder Singh has appeared at the Auckland District Court.
A new community case is a matter of when, not if. Is NZ prepared for it?
The Conversation: Modelling shows contact tracing and quick isolation are best defences.
Is Paul Henry in managed isolation in Auckland?
The broadcaster has been spotted getting some fresh air, wearing a disposable mask.
Focus Live: Judith Collins on the travel bubble announcement and working with ACT
With a new poll showing voters back Judith Collins to change the flagging fortunes of the National Party, the leader is hitting the campaign trail in Auckland today.
Focus Live: Travel bubble with the Cook Islands 'before end of year' - PM Jacinda Ardern
PM Jacinda Ardern met with Cabinet in August to discuss the first steps for a travel bubble with the Cook Islands. Video / Mark Mitchell
World reacts to NZ being 100 days free of community transmission
World praises NZ's successful efforts — but the milestone was met with some warnings.
Focus Live: Jacinda Ardern addresses Northland to NZ First speculation
From the Auckland farmer's market, Jacinda Ardern addresses speculation that Labour could encourage Northland to NZ First.
'No deal': PM's unbending stance as NZ First on life support after new poll
Jacinda Ardern visits a local market in her Mt Albert electorate.
Focus Live: Judith Collins announces the new National Party list
Judith Collins joined by National Party president Peter Goodfellow revealed a few surprise moves in National's new list rankings. Video / NZ Herald
Focus Live: Clark Gayford's heartwarming tribute to Jacinda Ardern
Clark Gayford delivered a heartwarming tribute to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern at her party's re-election campaign launch. Video / Will Trafford
Clarke Gayford's heartwarming PM tribute
Clarke Gayford shares some unique insights into living with the Prime Minister.
Focus Live: Jacinda Ardern launches 2020 Labour campaign
Jacinda Ardern launches Labour campaign with a $300 million jobs fund in front of a packed crowd of party faithful at the Auckland Town Hall. Video / Will Trafford
PM fronts to media after campaign launch
Labour Party kicks off its campaign for re-election today.
Simon Wilson's election diary: The day they all got what they want
What's the one big thing all parties in Government agree on? The importance of rail.
Focus Live: Billion dollar rail project opened in Auckland
Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters and Transport Minister Phil Twyford along with Mayor Phil Goff opened the third main rail line project at Onehunga’s Southdown terminal as part of a $1.1 billion spend. Video / Will Trafford