Covid 19
Poll: Covid disrupts two thirds of Kiwis' holiday plans
Kiwis are going to be having their summer holidays - many of them in other areas - regardless of Covid-19. That's one of the key findings from the latest survey conducted by Research New Zealand… Audio
‘I wish you a wonderful break. You bloody deserve it!’
Parliament finished its year with a final debate: a chance for a last laugh, a litany of thanks, and a quick punch in the conk. And many wishes for a good break after a hard year. Audio
'I'm not going to lie. I've been terrified'
People with no choice but to use public transport say they are fearful of getting onboard and are being held hostage by those who have chosen not to be vaccinated.
Omicron spreading at 'lightning speed' - French Prime Minister
Covid-19 restrictions are being tightened in Europe, the UK and United States as the Omicron variant sees countries battle a new wave of coronavirus infections.
Some relationships won't survive Covid vaccine arguments, experts warn
Relationship counsellors say the increasing need for a Covid-19 vaccination to work, travel and dine out may begin to tear families apart if they cannot settle on a mutual decision.
West Coast less than 1500 vaccinations away from 90 percent target
It has some of the lowest vaccination rates in the South Island, but West Coasters are now less than 1500 shots shy of being 90 percent fully vaccinated.
Family's change in fortunes after sharing story of job loss and visa woes
Tarri Caraquez and Joel Macarubbo's family have gone from selling their belongings to pay for food, rent and nappies to being back on a firm footing with a fast-track to residence.
Airline passengers call for consistent policing of vaccine passes, mask use
Airline passengers fear the ad hoc approach to vaccine pass checks and inconsistent policing of mask wearing are undermining the government protection framework.
ICU capacity: 'This is where the rubber hits the road'
High rates of ICU occupancy across the country throughout the latest outbreak paint an incredibly concerning picture if more people end up needing hospital care over the summer, says the National…
The highs and lows of 2021 in Auckland
Months of lockdown, a border finally reopen for summer, and Christmas just around the corner.
It's been an interesting year to say the least.
Reporter Louise Ternouth and camera operator Marika… Video, Audio
Schools asked to help with vaccinations for under-12s
Primary schools could be welcoming children back to class with a Covid vaccination next year.
Principals say they have been asked to consider being part of the drive to immunise children between the… Audio
Hospitality, tourism apprehensive as Omicron looms
Genomic testing is underway to determine whether the Omicron variant has spread amongst other passengers onboard a flight from Dubai to Auckland.
At least two other passengers onboard the flight… Audio
Doctor who quit over vaccine mandate continues to challenge Covid-19 guidance
A controversial Mid Canterbury doctor who quit her job over the vaccination mandate has challenged the guidance of health officials in a presentation to Invercargill City Councillors.
New Plymouth kindergarten identified as Covid-19 exposure event
A kindergarten has been identified as a Covid-19 exposure location involving an as yet unlinked case in New Plymouth.
Health experts call on government to roll out children's vaccine ASAP and prioritise tamariki Māori
A group of health experts are arguing for a vaccination programme for all New Zealand children to be rolled out as soon as possible - and that it should uphold the Crown's obligations for Māori under…
Māori urged to ‘take action and work together’ to combat increased Covid risk
A Covid-19 Māori health analyst is urging Māori to "take action and work together" to reduce the impact of expected Delta outbreaks as the country begins travelling.
Rural hospitals 'largely left out' of $100m pandemic funding
Doctors and hospitals in rural areas say they have been ignored by a government plan to upgrade many hospitals in preparation for Covid-19. Audio
Shearers' initiative to get vaccinated
Putting down the shears and rolling up their sleeves was the goal for some shearing gangs on the east coast as they vyed for the top prize for most vaccinated gang.
The initiative run by Turanga… Audio
Māori paediatricians want to protect vulnerable whanau
Māori paediatricians want to ensure the rollout of Covid-19 vaccines for 5-to-11 year olds helps protect vulnerable whānau.
Medsafe has granted provisional approval for the Pfizer vaccine to be given… Audio
Angry confrontations about masks at Welly airport
The police were asked to intervene after an angry confrontation between masked and unmasked passengers at Wellington Airport this morning.
All those flying domestically are required wear a face… Audio
