Covid 19
Unmasking, re-mixing - but it's not quite the same
Outside the "hermit kingdom" of Aotearoa people are embracing a Covid rules-free world - but are things as back to normal as they seem?
AudioThe debate over Covid-19 vaccinations for children
Pfizer has developed a Covid-19 vaccine for 5-11 year-olds. Should New Zealand race in, or hold back on getting our children immunised? Audio
The debate over Covid-19 vaccinations for children
Pfizer has developed a Covid-19 vaccine for 5-11 year-olds. Should New Zealand race in, or hold back on getting our children immunised?
AudioQuality sleep vital for fighting covid lockdown disruption
Covid lockdown disruption is being blamed for crazy sleep patterns, weird dreams and insomnia .... but sleep is vital to build up our immune systems and fight off the virus. Audio
Quality sleep vital for fighting covid lockdown disruption
Covid lockdown disruption is being blamed for crazy sleep patterns, weird dreams and insomnia .... but sleep is vital to build up our immune systems and fight off the virus.
AudioWhy the hesitancy? Māori and vaccination
Here's a tale of two communities when it comes to getting Māori vaccination rollouts right. Audio
Why the hesitancy? Māori and vaccination
Here's a tale of two communities when it comes to getting Māori vaccination rollouts right.
AudioFlight in the age of Covid-19
We are likely to see a total reassessment of international travel, and probably not just in the short term. Think vaccine passports and higher air fares just for starters. Audio
Flight in the age of Covid-19
We are likely to see a total reassessment of international travel, and probably not just in the short term. Think vaccine passports and higher air fares just for starters.
AudioWhy a fast but faulty covid test is a useful tool to have
Rapid antigen tests have finally been approved for use in New Zealand. Critics say they're not accurate enough, but as we wave goodbye to an elimination strategy, we're going to need fast results. Audio
Why a fast but faulty covid test is a useful tool to have
Rapid antigen tests have finally been approved for use in New Zealand. Critics say they're not accurate enough, but as we wave goodbye to an elimination strategy, we're going to need fast results.
AudioStaying afloat with government subsidies
The money thrown at businesses during our first lockdown last year has been refined and is now more targeted - but accountants warn the government can't save every struggling company. Audio
Staying afloat with government subsidies
The money thrown at businesses during our first lockdown last year has been refined and is now more targeted - but accountants warn the government can't save every struggling company.
AudioEmployers caught between rules and rights on vaccination
Employers trying to keep their workplaces safe are caught between four different conflicting laws and rights over compulsory vaccination - and they want some government guidance. Audio
Employers caught between rules and rights on vaccination
Employers trying to keep their workplaces safe are caught between four different conflicting laws and rights over compulsory vaccination - and they want some government guidance.
AudioWhy mask wearing will become a part of normal life
Mask wearing is here to stay - we explain why that's long overdue. Audio
Why you can't just spend to increase ICU bed numbers
Why have our intensive care facilities failed to keep up with population growth and demographic shifts?
Why you can't just spend to increase ICU bed numbers
Why have our intensive care facilities failed to keep up with population growth and demographic shifts?
AudioThe importance of using the right language in Covid times
The Samoan community in South Auckland feels dented and diminished by its experiences with the health system. When it comes to Pasifika people, getting the messaging right is vital.
