145 new community cases; person in their 80s dies
There are 145 new cases of Covid-19 in the community today and another person has died with the virus.
Govt defends preparation for Delta after critical report
Govt defends preparation for Delta after critical report
The Government's preparedness for Delta is being questioned after an expert report highlighting several issues where the outbreak response was apparently caught short.
Minister shares thoughts on health system
Minister shares thoughts on health system
New Zealand needs to build and maintain a strong public health system to guard against threats such as Covid-19, Associate Health Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall says.
'Not my intention': Dean disappointed by Collins’ move against Bridges
'Not my intention': Dean disappointed by Collins’ move against Bridges
Waitaki MP Jacqui Dean says she was surprised and disappointed a conversation she had with Judith Collins some weeks ago was this week used to dismiss and demote Simon Bridges.
Stunned friends warn against complacency after Covid death
Stunned friends warn against complacency after Covid death
The death of an Auckland rugby league stalwart from Covid-19 has left the sporting community stunned, with a close mate warning people not to be complacent against the virus.
Ferry repairs force changes to thousands of summer bookings
Ferry repairs force changes to thousands of summer bookings
Sailing times for up to 10,000 summer holiday travellers are being changed because of Cook Strait ferry cancellations.
2 million vax passes issued, chemist shops and postal options added
2 million vax passes issued, chemist shops and postal options added
People will now be able to go to local chemist shops to get their vaccine pass as demand soars ahead of the new traffic light Covid protection framework being introduced next week.
Ardern: Facebook, leaders must do more against online hate
Ardern: Facebook, leaders must do more against online hate
Tech giants like Meta's Facebook and world leaders needed to do "much more" to stamp out violent extremism and radicalisation online, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says.
NZ's tough border may protect against new variant: Baker
NZ's tough border may protect against new variant: Baker
New Zealand's border controls - widely criticised as being too stringent - place it in a unique position to keep Covid-19 variants out, Otago University epidemiologist Michael Baker says.
'Gut-wrenching' daylight CBD assault on deaf man
'Gut-wrenching' daylight CBD assault on deaf man, family appeal for help
A deaf man was assaulted in a brazen, unprovoked broad daylight attack this week and his family are urging the public to help identify his attacker.
Workplace vaccination mandates to include police and Defence Force
Workplace vaccination mandates to include police and Defence Force
Workplace vaccination mandates will now officially include police and New Zealand Defence Force staff, it has been announced.
Artist Robert Ellis dies at 92
Artist Robert Ellis dies at 92
New Zealand artist Robert Ellis died this week at the age of 92, leaving behind a prominent body of artwork that brought together pakeha and Māori influences.
Covid update: 173 new cases, 1 new Canterbury case
Covid update: 173 new cases, 1 new Canterbury case
Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson and Director of Public Health Dr Caroline McElnay are announcing the new Covid-19 numbers today.
Man arrested after search for armed offender in Canterbury
Man arrested after search for armed offender in Canterbury
Police have arrested a man after launching a major operation in the Selwyn district as they searched for an armed offender north of Rolleston.
Two men accused of teen's murder to stand trial
Christchurch teen killing: Grieving family in court; men deny murder charges
Two men have today denied murdering teenager Connor Whitehead earlier this month and will stand trial in 2023.
Talks sought with digital news giants
Talks sought with digital news giants
The Commerce Commission has received applications from New Zealand media companies seeking authorisation to negotiate with Facebook and Google about how their news appears on each platform.
Bridges won't rule out another go as leader
Bridges won't rule out another go as leader
As National MPs get set to elect a new leader next week, Simon Bridges isn't ruling out a return to the role.
Reti to 'shepherd' National until leadership decision
Reti to 'shepherd' National until leadership decision
The National Party's new interim leader Dr Shane Reti says he will shepherd the caucus through to a decision on a new leader, due next Tuesday.
Stranded Kiwis eager to return as MIQ restrictions ease
Stranded Kiwis eager to return as MIQ restrictions ease
Stuck for months in a motorhome in Queensland, Sue Norton and her husband how have a firm date for returning home.
'No need' for power cuts on freezing night
'No need' for power cuts on freezing night
An investigation has revealed there was no need for power cuts that left more than 34,000 households without electricity on one of the coldest nights of the year.