Covid 19
Government postpones next MIQ lottery due to spike of Omicron cases at border
In a statement published on the MIQ website on Tuesday evening, head of MIQ Chris Bunny said the next room release - scheduled for 20 January - had been postponed.
Whanganui takes on new saliva testing approach as Omicron threat looms
Whanganui iwi Tūpoho is opening the region's first Covid-19 saliva testing clinic tomorrow, as part of a community approach it hopes will be picked up around the country.
More Omicron in Auckland possible after MIQ worker's contact tests positive
The new infection was reported after 75 isolating close contacts already tested negative - and it comes with people surging to vaccination sites to make the most of paediatric and booster doses.
Australia records highest daily number of Covid-19 deaths
Australia has sustained its deadliest day of the pandemic with 74 Covid-19 deaths recorded in the latest reporting period.
Covid-19: 14 new community cases and contact of Omicron-infected MIQ worker tests positive
A household contact of the Omicron-infected MIQ worker in Auckland has today tested positive for Covid-19.
Calls for targeted support for Northland: 'Some people will go broke'
Northlanders are calling for specific regional financial support to keep businesses open and people employed after a quiet peak summer season.
Summer business down in Northland under red light settings
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
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
