Covid 19
Covid-19 update: 3805 community cases, 16 virus-related deaths
Another 16 people with Covid-19 have died and there are 3805 new community cases of the virus, the Ministry of Health says.
NZers should be prepared for future lockdowns - Jackson
It's been a year since the country's longest Covid-19 lockdown, and an epidemiologist is warning we can't rule out more of the dreaded lockdowns.
Rod Jackson, from Auckland University, says we have… Audio
Covid-19 cases on 'downward trend'
Another 16 people with Covid-19 have died and there are 4489 new community cases, the Ministry of Health has reported today. Video
Work from homers exercising less - survey
A new survey reveals people who are still working home might be getting a little lazy two and a half years into the pandemic.
The survey found 69 percent of workers either can't find time to exercise… Audio
International travel bouncing back, but with caveats for travellers
Travellers face extra risks as the sector winds back up, and with increasing numbers heading for tropical destinations an industry figure is warning to 'travel with care'. Audio
Covid-19 update: 21 further deaths, 4811 new community cases and 533 in hospital
Another 21 people with Covid-19 have died while there are 4811 new community cases of the virus, the Ministry of Health says.
Court rules forced annual leave during lockdown unlawful
The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions and E tū are savouring a win in an employment case over whether employees can be forced to take annual leave during a lockdown.
The case went to court after… Audio
Carter Holt Harvey not entitled to make workers take annual leave during lockdown
The Employment Court has ruled Carter Holt Harvey was not entitled to make its workers take annual leave during the Covid-19 lockdown in April 2020.
Australia's PM says Morrison took on secret ministerial roles during Covid-19
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has sought legal advice following reports that his predecessor Scott Morrison was secretly appointed to key ministerial roles during the Covid-19 pandemic…
NZ can be confident about Covid-19 numbers dropping - expert
An expert says New Zealand can be confident about Covid-19 case numbers dropping.
The number of new daily community cases dropped below the 3000 mark yesterday for the first time since late February.
…‘Possibly forever’: New Covid-19 czar settles in for the long fight
In his first interview since taking the reins of the Covid-19 response, Dr Andrew Old speaks to the Newsroom website about living with the virus and his hopes for the new Public Health Agency.
Drop in Covid cases suggest second wave is easing - Baker
Professor Michael Baker says today's Covid cases suggests a positive sign that numbers are declining.
COVID-19 lab-leak theory challenged by Australian professor who has been dubbed 'the virus hunter'
Professor Eddie Holmes can still remember the exact moment he first learned about Covid-19 because he had visited that market in 2014 and thought, "that's not right".
Covid-19 update: 27 more deaths, 3650 new community cases
The number of new daily community cases has fallen to 3650 today, but another 27 deaths of people with Covid-19 have also been reported.
Covid-19 update: 4126 community cases, 13 further deaths, 549 in hospital
There are 4126 new cases of Covid-19 in the community today, the Ministry of Health says.
Covid-19 update: 4818 new community cases, 571 hospitalisations
There are 4818 new cases of Covid-19 in the community today and there are 571 in hospital with the virus.
Marshall Islands sees first Covid-19 spread
The Marshall Islands has lost its Covid-free status after tests confirmed six positive cases in the capital, the first known community transmission since the pandemic started in early 2020.
How Immigration helped Health Ministry to prioritise action on Covid rule-breakers
Health staff used a system designed for prioritising deportations when they were deciding whom to take action against for breaking Covid-19 rules.
Average of four a week dying at home from Covid since Omicron outbreak
Eighty-seven people have died in their homes from Covid-19 since March 2022 and public health experts want the deaths investigated.
NZ to stay at Covid-19 orange traffic light setting
The country will remain at the orange Covid-19 traffic light setting while hospitalisations remain elevated and pressure on the health system continues through winter.
