Personal FinanceCould $50b ACC investment fund be better managed? Govt commissions reviewMinister wants to remove 'constraints' limiting ACC's returns.12 Feb 03:08 AM
New ZealandEnvironmental group at odds with regulator over RoundupELI has concerns about popular weedkiller Roundup and its active ingredient glyphosate.10 Feb 08:14 PM
New Zealand'Changed forever': E-scooter accident leaves woman with brain injuryE-scooter related ACC claims have totalled $50 million since January 2019.10 Feb 05:19 AM
New Zealand'I heard all my bones break': Runner loses leg in farming accidentThe 'shattered' bones in his leg were 'like Weet-Bix', he said.03 Feb 08:15 PM
New ZealandE-scooter rules to be reviewed after ACC injury payouts surgeThe Transport Minister will review the rules, after the payout total rose by almost 50%.30 Jan 07:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: How ACC remains a bright spot in a turbulent worldOPINION: A 2023 court decision widened the scope for sensitive claims.26 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandCockroach in ear? ACC data shows surprising number of claims ACC Claims cost taxpayers nearly $520,000 since 2019.15 Jan 11:14 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLoss of 190 jobs at ProLink, recruiter owes $3.8mMigrants lose jobs at company linked to woman previously jailed over fake birth documents.15 Jan 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLifestyle Magazine Group has $70,000 deficit, NZ Life & Leisure magazine continues with new ownerPrinter Webstar is owed $67,000, trade creditors $28,000; the total owed is $95,000.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyondNorthlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCycling accidents a summer concern for ACC in Hawke’s BayClassic sun-soaked activities creating higher costs for ACC in the Bay.05 Jan 07:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Suck it up’ attitude may contribute to low ACC birth injury claimsThe number of ACC claims lodged is much lower than expected.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Happy to be alive': Mum's 'tough year' after freak accident in restaurantSian Habgood was hit by a car while sitting inside a restaurant.28 Dec 08:23 PM
New ZealandHoliday hazards: ACC data highlights festive injury risksDentists advise caution with festive foods; pork crackling a common dental hazard.19 Dec 06:38 PM
EconomyNo surplus in sight: Creative accounting used to mask deterioration in Govt booksDebt issuance is expected to rise by more than expected.17 Dec 12:46 AM
Personal FinanceHefty ACC levy hikes confirmed for next three yearsThe Government is to commission a review of the state insurer, as costs soar.12 Dec 01:44 AM
New ZealandReview into ACC announced, levies to increaseACC Minister Matt Doocey: 'This review will have a particular focus on claims management.'12 Dec 12:24 AM
New ZealandAbuse survivor faces $75,000 bill after ex-partner broke her teethEllie is scared for her future: 'My teeth are going to kill me.'09 Dec 04:58 AM
New ZealandMovement for Archie: Fundraiser to help Northland baby’s therapy journeyThe Kerikeri family have been forced to go private to help Archie Sturrock learn to walk.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessACC privacy breaches: Bosses grilled in scrutiny week at ParliamentDaily meetings and ability to unsend emails used in bid to stop breaches, ACC chief says.02 Dec 07:43 AM
OpinionOpinion: Abuse survivors know how redress should work – will the Govt finally listen?OPINION: Survivors of abuse in care are owed substantial redress for their injuries.24 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandCyclone stories of Gisborne farmers feature in Farmstrong bookRob and Marie Burke have first hand experience tackling disaster.18 Nov 12:22 AM
New ZealandFarmer with terminal cancer caught in two-year battle with ACCThe 53-year-old fighting for compensation now has less than a year to live.04 Nov 08:08 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAuckland man sent another ACC client’s confidential details after horror flight plungeACC says it's 'deeply sorry' for sending messages intended for another client.31 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It's scary if you think you're going to die': Patient feels doctors have given upRobert Ewart wants high blood pressure control, after being hospitalised four times.29 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: How Google's tech can help prevent NZ's most common accidentsOPINION: Addressing fall risks early could save money – and lives – down the track.21 Oct 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessACC sets aside $3.6b for 100,000 childhood abuse survivorsACC puts $3.6 billion aside, as it prepares to significantly expand its cover.18 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessNo need to panic over ACC’s $7.2b deficit, expert saysThe deficit sounded alarming but was perfectly normal, the law expert says.17 Oct 04:42 AM
BusinessHealth sector woes contribute to ACC's books plunging $7.2b into deficitThe Government is to decide whether to increase ACC levies.16 Oct 02:43 AM
New ZealandACC levy hike hits EV owners hardest after incentive cutsDrive Electric criticises ACC levy hike, calling it 'poor timing' after EV incentives cut.08 Oct 09:02 PM
LifestyleCrocs injuries triple in 2023, jandals lead in ACC claims costUgly shoe is trending in the wrong direction when it comes to safety, new data shows.01 Oct 01:26 AM
New ZealandKim Dotcom’s extradition and haka world record | Focus Morning Bulletin September 30, 2024Kim Dotcom's surrender order on pause, nitrous oxide abuse in New Zealand on the rise plus New Zealand sets the new record for the largest haka.Watch29 Sep 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Worrying trend': ACC claims for nitrous oxide 'nangs'-related injuries spike in 2024New figures show a sharp rise in ACC claims relating to nitrous oxide.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I love him even more': Twin responds to brother's surfing injury“Everything we do now is about protecting Matt’s mana” while he undergoes treatment.28 Sep 04:00 PM
