Spies watching Covid-19 'conspiracy theories' and extremism
Security services wary of Covid-19 conspiracies creating radicalised extremists.
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Focus Live: Three new Covid-19 cases in MIQ, no community cases
People in managed isolation at four Auckland hotels will be blocked from taking buses to exercise sites amid investigations into Covid-19 transmission in MIQ. Meanwhile, there are three new cases of Covid-19 in MIQ and none in the community.
Experts renew call for 'traffic light' MIQ system based on risk
A transtasman bubble could open up MIQ capacity by about 40 per cent to riskier nations.
Our first Covid-19 cluster? Virus was in NZ earlier than first thought
Covid-19 was in NZ earlier than first thought, shows study revealing first-known cluster.
Returnee put on same bus as Covid case: 'It's a betrayal of trust'
Minister says they are working hard to ascertain what had happened between the cases.
'Tsunami of patients': NZ hospitals in crisis after biggest January, February on record
One hospital declared a code black yesterday after reaching capacity.
Middlemore Hospital's emergency department 'cannot cope' with demand, worker says
Serious staffing shortages are now impacting on the treatment of patients, a worker says.
Suspected Covid transmission in MIQ hotel: 250 ex guests told to isolate, get re-tested
The Government says the risk to the public is low after a MIQ worker caught the virus.
'Altruism' may be key to better Covid-19 vaccine uptake
Data shows 'vaccine hesitant' cohort has budged little, but 'altruism' may help sway them.
Fluoridation: Wairarapa mayors back 'consumer choice'
Two mayors facing water fluoridation as default said they prefer consumer choice.
Herd immunity - what does it mean?
We vaccinate most of NZ against Covid-19 and get herd immunity, right? It's not so simple.
Asbestos scare: Unitec boss apologises after five buildings close
Asbestos researchers to work alongside WorkSafe and Health and Safety team.
Bloomfield's deputy worked 127 days straight to contain Covid
Her days consisted of working, eating, washing and sleeping on repeat.
Miscarriage bereavement leave bill passed
Three days leave approved for parents who suffer a miscarriage or stillbirth.
More than 130 drug offences racked up by NZDF personnel - most for MDMA
The defence force has punished more than 130 personnel for using illegal drugs since 2014.
Code black at Dunedin Hospital: 'Avoid ED if possible'
SDHB chief executive said the hospital was doing its best to deal with heavy demand.
They had mild Covid. Then their serious symptoms kicked in
New York Times: People experiencing a complex array of neurological issues months after.
Covid-19: Model points to risk from vaccinated MIQ workers
New modelling reveals risk of border workers spreading virus - even after vaccinations.
Heartbreaking reason for preschooler's 'droopy smile'
A mum who had to remind her daughter to smile was shocked to discover "horrific" truth.
Focus Live: No new Covid-19 community cases; criteria set for early vaccinations
Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins said there were strict criteria for these for early vaccinations – and only would be granted "for people who need to travel outside of New Zealand on compassionate grounds or for reasons of national significance".
Little says health system under serious stress, major reform on way
Core reform to reinforce Treaty of Waitangi principles in "by Māori, for Māori approach".
Vaccinated people can get Covid, but it's most likely very rare
New York Times: Cases offer a sharp reminder that vaccinated people are not invincible.
A year on from New Zealand's big lockdown the 'team of 5 million' needs a new story
It's time for a story that makes room for all of us, whether or not we make the team.
No alarm bells ringing over safety protocols despite MIQ case - Hipkins
The minister says the risk is low and there's no need to change alert levels at this stage
First Covid, then psychosis: 'The most terrifying thing I've ever experienced'
New York Times: Ivan Agerton developed psychotic symptoms weeks after his Covid infection.
Focus Live: Family member of MIQ worker returns 'weak positive' Covid-19 test result
A family member of an MIQ worker has returned a 'weak positive' test result for Covid-19. The risk was low to the community, Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins said.
What you need to know about NZ's COVID-19 vaccines
A closer look at the first four vaccines to be rolled out in New Zealand.
NZ's first 'surreal' lockdown moment and what's happened since
Derek Cheng looks back at the moment New Zealanders were all told to self-isolate.
Wellington City councillor reveals stress, panic attacks and fear
"I didn't even know what was happening, I just started feeling a lot of pain in my chest."
AstraZeneca says trial data shows Covid vaccine 79% effective
The results of the study, which comprised 30,000 volunteers, will be submitted to the FDA.
A year of elimination: Covid-19 study shows why NZ got it right
A year on from NZ's 'go hard, go early' move, study shows why elimination was right call.
DHB and rest home failed elderly stroke victim: HDC investigation
The wife had been unaware her husband had suffered a stroke was until she visited him.
Police to be issued with tourniquets as risk of frontline danger rises
All New Zealand police will now be carrying tourniquets as part of their uniform.
Has NZ forgotten about Syria after 10 years of war?
Aid agencies call on Government to step up its assistance.