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Covid-19: 28 businesses visited by Northland woman who tested positive for coronavirus
The woman, from Whangarei, scanned into cafes, shops and bars before she tested positive on Saturday - a week after leaving MIQ.

Methodist employer threatens lockdown against homecare workers
E tu union says 90 homecare workers from Lifewise are continuing to strike despite threats of a lockout from their employer.

29 locations woman with Covid-19 visited revealed
The Ministry of Health says a probable case of Covid-19 in the community is a reminder of how tricky the virus is, as it releases a list of 29 locations the woman visited.

Blackhawk drops in for republic day
New Zealand’s only UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter, a machine used by the United States military, drew many admirers when it dropped in to Central Taranaki for the weekend.

Football Ferns defender Liz Anton scores first goal for Perth Glory
Perth broke the deadlock via Liz Anton, whose scrambled shot in congestion bobbled home in the 86th minute, but their lead didn't last long.

Backlash over cafe's 'disgraceful' QR code sign
A sign in the window tells patrons to use the Covid Tracer app only if they “feel the need”.

McGregor vs Poirier 2: Dustin Poirier shocks Conor McGregor in UFC rematch
Conor McGregor is left stunned on his return to the UFC as Dustin Poirier claims victory in their rematch at UFC 257.

One dead after boat capsizes in Wellington's Days Bay
A person has died after a small boat capsized this afternoon at Days Bay in Wellington.Emergency services were called shortly after 4pm."Sadly attempts to revive the person were unsuccessful and they have died at the scene," a...

Miner rescued 14 days after explosion trapped 22 workers in China
A miner has been rescued from a gold mine in northern China and rushed to hospital for treatment after being trapped 14 days below ground by an explosion.

Motorsport: Shane van Gisbergen wins New Zealand Grand Prix from last
Shane van Gisbergen put on an extraordinary exhibition to take out the 66th New Zealand Grand Prix — delivering a show not seen in the Toyota Racing Series since its 2005 inception.Van Gisbergen started dead last from pit lane but...

Six60 'amazing' but fights disappointing
While organisers say Hastings' Six60 concert, which drew close to 20,000, was successful - some concertgoers described witnessing fights and feeling unsafe. Black Barn event manager Francis de Jager said the "biggest show ever...

Live: Ministry of Health shares full list of 28 locations in Northland visited by woman with Covid-19
The 28 locations include cafes, bars, shops that the woman visited while potentially infectious with Covid-19. Those who were in the locations during relevant timeframes are asked to stay at home, get a test and wait for a negative result.

First time's a charm for Young Farmer of the Year Taranaki/Manawatu champ
Taranaki man Jake Jarmin, 23, wins the first regional championship of the 2021 Young Farmer of the Year competition

Curry moves second on NBA three-pointers list
Steph Curry moves up to second on the NBA's all-time three-pointers list in the Golden State Warriors' 127-108 defeat by the Utah Jazz.

China mine rescue: Nine miners brought to surface, say state media
Nine miners trapped in the collapsed Hushan mine have been brought to the surface, state media say.

Drone users warned: 'The consequences can be quite significant'
By: RNZ People who were lucky enough to get a drone for Christmas are being urged to read up on the rules before using it, or face risking a disaster.The Civil Aviation Authority said drone use has grown in popularity in New Zealand...

UFC: Kiwi Dan Hooker suffers tough TKO loss to Michael Chandler at UFC 257
In the UFC, when a fighter takes their gloves off following a bout and leaves them in the cage, it's usually a sign that they're considering retirement. Dan Hooker saw Paul Felder do it after their classic in Auckland last February...