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- Kerre McIvor: Should the pandemic really be front of the Prime Minister's mind?The Prime Minister has reiterated that the protesters have had their say and it's time to go home and again stressed she would not be meeting them because she says the pandemic is still top of mind.The Council of Medical Colleges Chair John Bonning...4 min
- Ann-Marie Johnson: Tourism Industry Aotearoa spokesperson on Australia border reopening and what it means for usThe first international tourists in two years have touched down in Sydney to be greeted by jubilant well-wishers waving Tim-Tams, jars of Vegemite and stuffed koalas.Qantas is bringing in people from eight overseas destinations including Vancouver,...10 min
- Monday Political Panel with Labour MP Kieran McAnulty and National Deputy Leader Nicola WillisWellington Mornings Monday Political Panel with Labour MP for Wairarapa Kieran McAnulty and National's deputy leader Nicola Willis: Residents have had enough of the protest, which is in day 14. Police laid down concrete blocks this morning to stop it...33 min
- Vaughan Couillault: Secondary Principals' Association President says rapid antigen testing would help staff get back to school quickerSchools are continuing to deal with staffing issues as Covid-19 cases emerge.Last Thursday, there were 177 education facilities in Auckland dealing with active Covid-19 cases.Secondary Principals' Association President Vaughan Couillault told Mike...5 min
- Peter McIntyre: Immunisation Advisory Centre medical advisor says vaccine mandates now don't apply as muchA vaccine expert says the justifications used for mandates now don't apply as much.Act leader David Seymour wants to see a move away from mandates, claiming the only thing they're currently good for is creating division.Immunisation Advisory Centre...5 min
- Matt Hannant: Northern Region Health Coordination Centre Operations Director says a lot will be done to ensure RATs are used correctlyA great deal of work will be undertaken to ensure Rapid Antigen Tests are used correctly.RATs will become available at Auckland testing sites from this morning.Those who meet the requirements will be offered one, in order to relieve pressure on PCR...3 min
- Peter Dunne: Political commentator says leaders need to engage with Parliament protesters at some pointThe Government needs to come down from its lofty pedestal.That's the call from a political commentator as anti-mandate protesters wake to their third week at Parliament.Former United Future leader Peter Dunne told Kate Hawkesby leaders need to...4 min
- Gavin Grey: Queen Elizabeth II tests positive for Covid, experiencing 'mild symptoms'Queen Elizabeth II tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday and is experiencing mild, cold-like symptoms, Buckingham Palace said, adding that she still plans to carry on working. The diagnosis prompted concern and get-well wishes from across Britain's...3 min
- Pierce Crowley: University of Canterbury Students' Association president says they still plan on doing some scaled-down events for OrientatiA disappointing start for university students looking to kick off the year with a bang.Orientation Week events are canned as Covid-19 puts a dampener on the student experience.University of Canterbury Students' Association president Pierce Crowley...4 min
- Dr Saeid Baroutian: There are short- and long-term environment impacts of PPEAn innovative solution for the huge amounts of pandemic-generated waste has been developed at the University of Auckland.Hot pressurised water and compressed air is applied to non-recyclable PPE gear – with water and acetic acid being the...7 min
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Covid Watch is the home of the latest Covid-19 news from New Zealand and around the world, with the conversations Newstalk ZB is having with all the newsmakers and experts to keep you informed.