Covid 19
Northland businesses call for financial help
After a relatively quiet summer, Northlanders are calling for regional financial support to keep businesses open and people employed.
The region remains under the red traffic light, and some don't… Audio
Covid-19: traffic lights could be adjusted for Omicron - Dr Bloomfield
The Director-General of Health says some parts of the covid traffic light system could need to be strengthened or adjusted if there's an Omicron outbreak in the community.
The government's due to… Audio
Covid-19: children's vax like an 'insurance policy' says paediatrician
A paediatrician says the children's Covid-19 vaccine is akin to an "insurance policy" - protection against the low-risk of severe Covid.
Thousands of 5 to 11 year olds turned out yesterday to have… Audio
Wairau Hospital's HDU to return to full operations
The Blenheim hospital's High Dependency Unit was merged with another ward on 1 January, due to staff shortages.
Changing the mindset of 'two and done' on Covid-19 vaccines
Educating people that the Covid-19 vaccine roll-out was not "two and done" is the focus of Marlborough health staff as they try to lift booster shots, particularly for Māori and Pasifika populations.
More than 120,000 child Covid-19 vaccine doses delivered: 'I choose to be safe rather than sorry'
It has been a milestone day on the country's Covid-19 vaccine calendar with four-month booster bookings open and the first primary school children receiving a paediatric dose.
Covid-19 vaccine booster: Online bookings open as advice for at-risk people changes
Online bookings for Covid-19 vaccine boosters open, while the Ministry of Health has altered the advice for some at-risk populations.
Medical practice starts child Covid-19 vaccine roll-out with family
A general practice in Blenheim has started its child vaccine roll-out with its own whānau, while the region's walk-in clinic has also seen an influx of children getting their Covid-19 jab.
Women accused of breaching Covid-19 restrictions to go on trial
Three women accused of flouting Covid-19 restrictions by travelling to Auckland the same weekend as an anti-lockdown protest in October are heading to trial.
More details on preparation for Omicron to be shared soon
The government would look to move into a red traffic light setting if Omicron was spreading in the community, says Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.
Anti-vax GP speaks out against doctor who reported him
An anti-vax GP has lashed out at a trainee doctor who raised concerns about misinformation in patient notes.
Days before extent of Omicron spread will be known - Covid-19 modeller
New Zealand is not in a good position to brave an Omicron outbreak because vaccination for children has only just begun and the booster roll-out is in early stages, a Covid-19 modeller says. Audio
Māori health providers braced for child vaccination rollout
Māori health providers are getting ready to hit the ground running with child vaccinations, which start today.
At the end of last year, Māori were fast becoming the most affected by Delta, though… Audio
Djokovic dealt final serve w Australia deportation
It is game, set and match for the reigning Australian Open tennis champion - Novak Djokovic - who has been deported.
The unvaccinated player is returning to Serbia after three judges upheld the… Audio
Vaccination deadline expires for FENZ
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is yet to confirm if it has met the deadline to get all workers fully vaccinated by Friday last week.
Figures provided to RNZ on Friday show almost 95 percent of paid… Audio
Covid-19: Pharmacies waiting for approval to vaccinate children
Almost half a million children aged from 5 to 11 can now get their Covid vaccine, with bookings available and walk-ins accepted from today.
But some pharmacies won't be able to administer the jabs… Audio
Covid-19: How to encourage children to get the jab
From today, children between 5 to 11 years old are eligible for the Covid-19 vaccine.
We know there can be some anxiety around getting vaccinated - and needles.
So Sarah Robson asked Michelle… Audio
Murupara anti-vax GP blasts 'smear campaign'
An anti-Covid-vaccination GP has lashed out at a trainee doctor who raised concerns about misinformation in patient notes.
Last week, RNZ revealed Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins had… Audio
Covid-19: NZ dangerously close to Omicron outbreak
Public health experts say the country's teetering dangerously close to an Omicron outbreak, with the variant detected in an Auckland MIQ worker.
The new community Omicron case, confirmed over the… Audio
Covid-19 vaccines now available to children aged 5-11
Doctors and nurses are stocked up and bracing for an influx now that close to half a million tamariki can get a special paediatric dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.
