PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Fragmentation': 140,000-patient GP network to leave regional funders'We think that is the best way to be able to rapidly increase funding for the front line.'21 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Pretty damn lucky': Two off-duty lifeguards rescue drowning swimmer in Piha surfLamont and Sam Johns launched a rescue boat to save the 26-year-old.21 May 04:23 AM
OpinionThe Conversation: Less than a 5% increase in health amounts to standing stillOPINION: A 5% rise in New Zealand health funding may only sustain current service levels.21 May 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHospital EDs are sending up to 25 patients a day to private care with vouchersSome patients said they had used the voucher system to get a free check-up. 21 May 02:26 AM
New ZealandWhen StarJam fell silent, Hawke's Bay found its voiceHB Jammers now host about 60 participants and plan to expand to Flaxmere.20 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandOyster farms to close after sewage overflows, Watercare fix years awayMahurangi Oysters owner Jim Aitken says 10 operators in the area are affected. 20 May 12:34 AM
New ZealandLuxon backtracks after 'unhelpful' claim of 100 Uber-driving doctorsHealth NZ is seeking interest from overseas doctors in an effort to boost GP numbers.19 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Minimal attention': GP oversight blamed for missed prostate cancer diagnosisThe clinic's recall system failed between 2014 and 2018 due to changes. 19 May 05:51 AM
New ZealandHundreds of grieving students perform haka for victim of house fireNavaeh Ngamoki-Porter, 14, was rescued from the burning building, but later died. 19 May 04:44 AM
PoliticsLuxon announces $164m for new 24/7 urgent care servicesThe Prime Minister made the pre-Budget health announcement in Botany this afternoon.18 May 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSurgeons protest ‘harsh’ assessment process, accuse advocates of intimidation A mesh harm advocate said she was stunned by the accusations. 17 May 05:00 PM
Kahu'My bones are cracking': Boy's trauma as bike crash sparks huntPolice are seeking information about the motorbike involved in the collision.17 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandVehicle dwellers spark tension at beachside community Residents claim vehicle dwellers make the Onerahi foreshore unsafe.16 May 05:00 PM
CrimeThe 200m drive for smokes that led to a man's 7th drink-driving conviction'Alcohol is not for everyone, and perhaps it’s not for you,' says the judge at sentencing.15 May 01:00 AM
New Zealand'It's extreme': Water rates hike sparks anger in Hawke's BayMayor Walker says the rate hike is due to past underinvestment and growing regulations.14 May 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We wanted more': Four mums start their own health hub in rural townThe clinic's family-friendly flexibility could help solve healthcare worker shortage.14 May 06:00 PM
PoliticsGovt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaulBarry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.14 May 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBeyond the Budget: Brutal truthsOPINION: Treasury forecasts permanent Budget deficits, starting in 2030.13 May 05:01 PM
New Zealand'That's their problem': Helipad row heats up in affluent Auckland suburbEvery concern has been addressed, said one supporter of the helipad.13 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandFlagship fundraiser returns as homelessness crisis deepens in AucklandHomelessness in Auckland has surged, with a 53% rise in rough sleepers since September.12 May 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Scary and exciting': Deputy Mayor steps down after long tenure'I'll be able to spend my evenings talking to my husband instead of reading papers.'12 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandFirearms Safety Authority faces scrutiny over workplace allegationsAllegations of bullying and concerns about the management of complaints have been raised.12 May 01:33 AM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareConcern 'patients will suffer' as practices with 46,000 enrolled switch funderThe centres say changing their primary health organisation will help avoid fee increases. 11 May 08:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: Why the so-called Super City hasn't delivered for AucklandersOpinion: Auckland's regional merger aimed for efficiency but led to rising costs.09 May 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Stifling microbusinesses': Seymour backs watercress seller facing $600 fee'Never thought he would support someone like me,' Jake says as Seymour takes up his case.09 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNine fires in five years: Environment Court rules on scrap metal dealerTraining, stockpile monitoring and management and lithium battery handling orders made.09 May 04:26 AM
New ZealandNapier Aquatic Centre open again after repair of hazardous floorA man slipped on the newly installed flooring on opening day.08 May 10:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: Digger driver clears 37 tyres from a beach in one dayTim Dodge thought he'd never walk again. Now he's back, and he's determined to help.08 May 06:00 PM
OpinionAuckland at 15: Progress and possibilitiesAuckland Council received more than 13,000 feedback submissions this year.07 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Whangārei cafe offers support and services for rough sleepersWhare Āwhina's community cafe is on Cameron St in the former police station. 07 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleOn The Up: Is an HIV-free future in sight for NZ? Burnett Foundation's new boss thinks soNew diagnoses are on a downward trend, and zero transmission targets have been set.07 May 08:00 AM
New Zealand Driver may have 'fallen asleep' on bus carrying school kids before crash into tree'There were a lot of walking wounded.'06 May 09:35 PM
New ZealandSecond ladder truck breakdown hits AucklandThe only high-reach ladder truck in Auckland broke down last night. 06 May 08:34 AM
New ZealandPerson dies in quad bike crash in rural South CanterburyA quad bike crash in rural South Canterbury has left one person dead.06 May 07:37 AM
