Collected news stories, with a current focus on Covid-19 recovery
Stuff
The traffic light system is here, and Covid-19 daily cases dropped below 100 for the first time since October.
Newshub
What doesn't kill you might actually make you weaker if it's COVID-19, a new study has found.
NZ Herald
The bakery is disappointed and disgusted by some of the behaviour of would-be customers.
Newshub
Rod Jackson's plea comes as the country moves into the 'traffic light' system.
RNZ
More than 91 percent of Wellingtonians are now fully vaccinated but deep pockets of low coverage persist in some areas, particularly poorer neighbourhoods.
Stuff
Analysis by Stuff reveals who may be most exposed by today's shift - and it’s not just a question of who is least vaccinated.
RNZ
Tens of thousands of people who have had trouble obtaining a vaccine certificate have been issued a temporary pass, as the Ministry of Health struggles to keep up with processing demands.
The traffic light system has begun, with the likes of bars, cafes and gyms able to operate.
Stuff
More than 1000 people in one Christchurch suburb face unprecedented restrictions on their lives. Their double-jabbed neighbours have a message for them.
Education Ministry figures indicate just 2.4 percent of school teachers, about 1400 people, have refused the Covid vaccination.
Stuff
Bars and restaurants across Auckland are preparing to open at midnight to customers who haven't had a night out in months.
Stuff
Pacific and Māori vaccinations are increasing but are still lagging behind, as the country enters the Covid-19 traffic light system.
Māori Television
Whānau who are looking for answers to any Covid-19 vaccine questions can now talk directly to Māori advisors. The company that operates national telehealth...
Keep track of vaccination rates across Aotearoa with 1News' graphs.
RNZ
An MIQ hotel health and safety representative says problems with escapees are not being addressed because the system neglects workers.
RNZ
A Nelson primary school closed due to a Covid-19 case anticipates 20 to 30 students and 10 staff may be close contacts.
Much is still unknown about the highly mutated Covid-19 Omicron variant, including how contagious it is.
RNZ
The clock is ticking for the government to get children aged five to 11 vaccinated against Covid-19.
Newshub
Here's a breakdown of Wednesday's case numbers and data.
Stuff
OPINION: For staff whose roles have nothing to do with public safety, it's unlikely the sharing of anti-vax views would breach their employment obligations.
Stuff
Previously, the Netherlands had said it found the variant among passengers who came from South Africa on Friday – but the new cases predate that.
Stuff
It's a popular summer holiday destination but Golden Bay is sitting low in the vaccination stakes, sparking concern among local iwi about the expected influx of visitors.
Stuff
Using a fake vaccine pass can get you up to six months in prison or a $12,000 fine, but fraudulent passes are already being advertised on social media for bitcoin.
Newsroom
Immigration NZ unlawfully paused visa processing of a group of Afghan nationals after misinterpreting its policy, the New Zealand High Court found.
South Seas Healthcare has led the pilot, seeing a mobile outreach team visit 32 households to provide support to families in home isolation.
the Guardian
Covid-19 has spread around the planet, sending billions into lockdown. Find out where the virus has spread, and where it is now most deadly
Stuff
Surviving enforced agoraphobia without losing your marbles requires planning, people and patience.
RNZ
Explainer - Under the red setting of the traffic light system, many New Zealanders will have to adapt to stricter rules around the use of face masks, RNZ is here to clear it all up.
Stuff
On the brink of a possible outbreak, health officials share advice on how to protect those too young to get the Covid vaccination.
Newsroom
As the Omicron outbreak ramps up, widespread Covid-19 infections across the country are set to become a reality. Dr Lynn McBain explains what to expect if you are infected, and how to manage your recovery.
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