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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.... more
FAQs about Covid Watch:How many episodes does Covid Watch have?The podcast currently has 1,615 episodes available.
November 26, 2021Andrew Coster: Police Commissioner says he's considering leave without pay for those still deciding on Covid vaccineThe Police Commissioner doesn't expect to lose very many officers as a result of today's vaccine mandate.Police and Defence Force staff have to get their first dose by January 17 and the second dose by March 1.At the moment, up to 800 Police......more4minPlay
November 26, 2021Chris Bishop: National Covid response spokesperson thinking about party leadership, says the Goverment has a blindspot for innovation with DNational's Covid-19 spokesperson Chris Bishop has hinted at throwing his hat in the ring for Party leader, revealing he's thinking about it.Caucus will meet on Tuesday to decide Judith Collins' replacement after she lost a vote of no confidence......more5minPlay
November 26, 2021Sir Brian Roche: Advisory group leader says other nations' responses to Delta could have been enlightening to our responseAn advisory group says the Government was ill-prepared for the Delta outbreak.In a report written in September, advisor Sir Brian Roche said the health system's infrastructure was fragile and urged the importance of rapid antigen testing.He told......more6minPlay
November 26, 2021Murray Olds: Masks to stay in more places in NSW under Covid road map changesNSW residents will have to keep wearing face masks on public transport but density limits will be scrapped under changes to the government’s reopening plan.The Perrottet government on Thursday unveiled some adjustments to the next batch of Covid......more9minPlay
November 26, 2021Eve Lawrence: Haka Tourism general manager says the closure of YHA hostels is a massive blow to New Zealand tourismThe closure of Kiwi YHA hostels is a massive blow to tourism.Due to financial difficulties, the eleven hostels will close from December 15.Haka Tourism has used the YHA hostels for its multi-day tours for the last few years.General Manager Eve......more7minPlay
November 25, 2021Leanne Geraghty: Air NZ Chief Customer and Sales Officer on surge of international travel bookings since MIQ announcementThis week's border announcements have spurred a surge of international travel bookings. Air New Zealand's seen 25-thousand international flight bookings since Wednesday. From January 17 vaccinated Kiwis travelling from Australia can skip MIQ,......more3minPlay
November 25, 2021Andrew Little: Health Minister preparing for Covid to spread far and wide, extra funding committed to home isolationThe latest changes to Covid testing and home isolation may be a sign the virus is going to spread to more corners of the country. Businesses can source rapid antigen tests from Wednesday, and people can buy their own from pharmacies from December......more3minPlay
November 25, 2021Sam Johnson: SVA Chief Executive receiving over 350 referrals a day to gather supplies for families stuck in isolationA reminder to prepare for home isolation, in case you're struck by Covid. The Student Volunteer Army is receiving over 350 referrals a day to gather supplies for families stuck in isolation with no other support. It's working the Covid Welfare......more4minPlay
November 25, 2021Dr Bryan Betty: College of GPs Medical Director delighted with antigen testing rolloutAnother tool is being rolled out in the fight against Delta. Rapid antigen testing kits will be available in pharmacies from December 15, to be conducted under supervision. It's part of the Government's $1 billion investment package for living with......more2minPlay
November 25, 2021Angela Giuffrida: Italy Correspondent - Italy targets unvaccinated with restrictions as cases riseThe Italian government on Wednesday decided to exclude unvaccinated people from certain leisure activities in a bid to contain rising coronavirus infections and stave off financially crippling lockdowns just as the economy is starting to grow again. ......more4minPlay
FAQs about Covid Watch:How many episodes does Covid Watch have?The podcast currently has 1,615 episodes available.