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Vaccine 'change in mindset' needed - Pasifika leaders

In the Wairarapa, at-home vaccinations have led to some of the highest percentages of Pasifika vaccinated in the country.

Covid 19 •2 mins ago

Australia opens border to unvaxxed travellers

Under the new rules, travellers must still obey airline restrictions and are required to wear masks during flights.

Australia •8:44am

Exclusive look at NZ’s early-warning system for dangerous drugs

It’s called harm minimisation, but is it working? Sunday investigates.

Social Issues •8:10am

Good Sorts: Auckland woman helps others get past money woes

Dawn Saad has been helping people get back on their feet for decades.

Good Sorts •7:30am

Exclusive: Matthew Tukaki's job history not checked before Govt role

There are questions around his high-flying career in Australia.

Employment •6:46am

Motorcyclist dies after crash with truck in Northland

Emergency services were called to the crash at 12:30pm on Sunday.

Accidents •5:41am

Rāhui after body discovered on Wellington's Lyall Bay Beach

Wellington City Council advised the public not to collect Kaimoana (seafood) or enter the water while the rāhui is in place.

Wellington •2:59am

4924 Covid-19 cases on Sunday, 11 deaths

There are currently 424 people in hospital with the virus.

Covid 19 •1:09am

Geopolitical fears over China not driving EU trade deal - O'Connor

The Trade Minister said his priority was on trade diversification, regardless of an evolving relationship with China.

Politics •12:42am

Family First: 'Nothing off the table' on abortion in NZ

CEO Bob McCoskrie said the decision to repeal Roe v. Wade was a "huge encouragement" for activists here.

Social Issues •12:28am

Woman dies after reportedly being shot at Gisborne property

A homicide investigation has been launched into the Te Hapara death.

Crime And Justice •11:28pm

Minister admits FENZ creation 'a big part' of union ructions

Established in 2017, Fire and Emergency NZ pulled together more than 40 independent organisation into a single entity.

Employment •11:20pm

More needs to be done on disability issues - Sepuloni

The former disability minister says the establishment of a specific ministry dedicated to Kiwis with disabilities is "incredibly significant".

Politics •10:55pm

Countdown axing plastic produce bags labelled 'great'

The single-use bags will be phased out in 20 Countdown stores this month.

Environment •10:33pm

3 injured after car crashes while fleeing police in Wellington

Police had attempted to stop a vehicle on Moohan Street, in Wainuiomata, around 5.05am.

Crime And Justice •8:15pm

Ardern gifts Prince William book about potato as she wraps up Europe tour

The Prime Minister had some parting gifts for the British royal and his family.

Royalty •7:16pm

Immunity-evading Covid variant will trigger second wave - experts

Australian authorities have warned a new peak is only months away.

Covid 19 •6:38pm

Ardern and Johnson agree new visa deal for those under 35

During the Downing St meeting, the world leaders agreed to enhance the two countries' bilateral Working Holiday/Youth Mobility Scheme.

Science •Sat, Jul 2

Car on fire shuts westbound lanes on busy Auckland motorway

All westbound lanes on SH16 near the St Lukes off-ramp were blocked for a time due to the fire.

Accidents •Sat, Jul 2

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Vaccine 'change in mindset' needed - Pasifika leaders

Australia opens border to unvaxxed travellers

Exclusive look at NZ’s early-warning system for dangerous drugs

Good Sorts: Auckland woman helps others get past money woes

Exclusive: Matthew Tukaki's job history not checked before Govt role

Motorcyclist dies after crash with truck in Northland

Rāhui after body discovered on Wellington's Lyall Bay Beach

4924 Covid-19 cases on Sunday, 11 deaths

Geopolitical fears over China not driving EU trade deal - O'Connor

Family First: 'Nothing off the table' on abortion in NZ

Woman dies after reportedly being shot at Gisborne property

Minister admits FENZ creation 'a big part' of union ructions

More needs to be done on disability issues - Sepuloni

Countdown axing plastic produce bags labelled 'great'

3 injured after car crashes while fleeing police in Wellington

Ardern gifts Prince William book about potato as she wraps up Europe tour

Immunity-evading Covid variant will trigger second wave - experts

Ardern and Johnson agree new visa deal for those under 35

Car on fire shuts westbound lanes on busy Auckland motorway

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