Tag: COVID-19
Bird rescue centres prepare for the arrival of avian influenza
Local bird experts are preparing for the arrival of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu or H5N1. The virus has...
Waiheke patients urged to seek help amid illness surge
Waiheke patients are being urged to seek medical help if they need it to manage ‘flu and Covid symptoms, as a wave of viruses...
‘Flu and Covid hit schools
School principals say they have been challenged by a wave of illness affecting students and staff.
Waiheke High School principal Mikaere October says illness has...
Omicron making waves on the Motu
This week Gulf News spoke with two Waihekians affected by Omicron. Both have suffered from symptoms and recovered, but are diametrically opposed in their...
Covid bites: where to get your RAT
Waiheke medical centres were this week dealing with a steady stream of residents getting tested for Covid-19 as active cases across the country approached...
Delays mean Covid cases likely higher
Delays in Covid-19 test results could mean that active case numbers on Waiheke are higher than known.
Waiheke Medical Centre’s kaiwhakahaere Jayme Kitiona says it...
Island Gelato, Fullers contend with Covid-19 exposures
Island Gelato was the island’s first business officially identified as a place of interest last week after a staff member attended Sound Splash and...
Hospitality industry anxious as Omicron spreads
The move to the red level of the traffic light system in response to Omicron means many island eateries are facing a greater degree...
Restaurateurs throw open doors and arms, cautiously
Waiheke Restaurant Association president Cat Vosper says that although restaurant workers’ smiles might be hidden behind masks, the industry is elated to welcome customers...
Praise for Fullers as ferry company chooses to back vaccination passes
In an independent move towards safer sailing that is being praised by the local board, Fullers is requiring all passengers over 12 to be...
