MIQ rules need to be tightened immediately until more about Omicron is known, experts say.

Andrew Little says he's aware of the lockdown's effects businesspeople's mental health.

Chris Hipkins will also reveal more information for schools this afternoon.

Anyone at the Labtests Mairangi Bay during the specified time must stay at home.

There are just three new locations of interest as of 4pm.

Three Katikati locations of interest have been announced this morning.

It seems as though lockdown is when we're most likely to get injured.

Not acceptable for Kiwis to be without power on coldest night of year: Woods.

Police are executing "a number of search warrants" across the country.

The jury returned its verdicts after three hours of deliberation.

The southeasterly will bring snow to the South Island and dry spells for the West Coast.

Footage shows how arrested man was treated before he died at a police station.

The officers were part of the most high-performing section in South Taranaki.

The trial began in the High Court at New Plymouth this morning.

Kapiti family took over the business just before Covid - now they have two top ciders.

The figure includes those affected by the outbreak in Canada.

The woman never felt like the man was going to use the gun on her.

Police said there was an altercation between two women known to each other.

The southerly change will likely bring frosts, or snow, to some areas of the South Island.

The blaze is still burning but has been contained by firefighters.

Ngāti Rangi chairman Whetu Moataane says he doesn't know why regions aren't shut already.

The topic saw many National MPs vote differently when the bill was passed in March.

The private investigator says he can't reveal what the information is.

NZTA is urging motorists to take care on the roads given recent wild weather.

Children were at their grandparents' farm when the farm vehicle went into the pond.

Community united in grief over death of two boys and their grandmother.

Three others, a 66-year-old grandmother and her two grandchildren, died

Children were at their grandparents' farm when the farm vehicle went into the pond.

The 30-year-old is due to appear in the Whanganui District Court tomorrow.

Chester Borrows will temporarily lose his licence for clocking up too many demerit points.

The pair are alleged to have stolen or attempted to have stolen more than $70,000 worth.

A Givealittle page has been set up to help the parents of a Mangatainoka crash victim.

PM Jacinda Ardern called 'dumb-as-a-plank' and Minister Stuart Nash dubbed her 'lapdog'.

The bridesmaid has since emailed the owner through booking.com and demanded a refund.

John Barber, 71, admitted eight charges over the horror crash on the Desert Rd last year.

Unruly tourists claim they've been badly treated by Kiwis, but now face deportation.

Teresa Smith-Craig says the "boogie man" will be creeping on those who stole the taonga.

Cat advocates say there's options available to people who no longer want their pets.

Raglan resident describes the aftermath of the crash as "a pretty grim scene".

Xmas ruined after expensive import went to vehicle inspector now suspended by NZTA.

Child poverty figures remain stagnant, frustrating Children's Commissioner Andrew Becroft.

"I shat myself... It was so close."

Waihi Beach fire chief says the incident could have been prevented if police were there.

The man was seen waving his knife at police negotiators during the terrifying ordeal.

Twelve people were arrested. Two were charged and are due to appear in court.

Next up the royal couple go bush at Abel Tasman National Park.

Prince Harry and Meghan should have a rain-free landing this afternoon.

Rising gang numbers will eventually lead to an increase in crime, says criminologist.

They'd only known each less than 24 hours but the new group of friends didn't muck around.

Kim Richmond's family and friends wear red roses in her honour in court today.

One man was found with a sawn-off shotgun and ammunition in his pocket.

Superintendent Bruce Bird says all three attacks were targeted and the community is safe.

Man left one couple $60k out of pocket and almost ended another couple's marriage plans.

Ani Nohinohi is still fighting for her life after losing those closest to her.

Nivek Madams was surrounded by extended family as she died in Waikato Hospital.

Clear skies will remain but more areas will experience sub zero temperatures, too.

An already saturated East Coast is set for more huge downfalls overnight.

Mark Middleton has been ordered to leave NZ, accused of overstaying for 30 years.

Mark Middleton, Karla Cardno's stepfather, has been in NZ since he was 4 years old.

Thunderstorms should bring some welcome relief to many parts of the country today.

Get out your picnic blankets and put on some sunscreen this weekend.

Valleys around Wellington will hit 30C today, the MetService says.

Woman critical after car plunges down bank in darkness

A woman is critical and a man seriously hurt after a car drove off a cliff this morning.

The identities of three foreign nationals killed in an icy crash on the Desert Road are expected to be revealed today.

WATCH: Aerial footage. Three people have been killed after a car collided with a truck on the Desert Rd this morning.

Parts of New Zealand are in for a dusting of snow as a cold wave of icy winter weather sweeps north.