New ZealandPerson arrested after serious assault in Hamilton suburbPolice were called to Dominion Road in Nawton at about 3pm today.07 Apr 05:30 AM
AucklandE. coli alert: Watercare boil-water notice remains in place, most likely cause revealedWatercare crews are inspecting the Big King reservoir and wider infrastructure network. 07 Apr 03:39 AM
New ZealandConfusion as families hit with extra rest home surcharges despite subsidiesNot-for-profit homes provide about 60% of care but are adding more premiums.06 Apr 09:09 PM
Auckland'Mass rescue' at popular Auckland west coast beach, swimmer in hospitalOne person was taken to Middlemore Hospital in a serious condition.06 Apr 06:33 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Sale of vapes should be treated more like alcohol and cigarettesOPINION: Vaping carries serious health risks, and youth are still accessing it.05 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuFrom 250kg to 95kg: Amputee's epic weight-loss journeyHis knee snapped under his own weight and it created a catalyst for change.04 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia RobinsonCecilia Robinson: The quiet hero who helped shape how we care for each other OPINION: Dr Lee Mathias ONZM began her career as a nurse at Middlemore Hospital.03 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandStickers deemed a safety risk in bitter hospital industrial disputeNurses claim the sticker ban is heavy-handed.03 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew tool aims to help health workers identify elder abuseThe $95,000 MSD-funded tool is finished and ready for practitioner trials.03 Apr 01:59 AM
New ZealandNorthland man in 'excruciating' pain waits four hours for ambulanceAll ambulances in Northland were already tied up with other callouts.02 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandFormer PM Helen Clark honours hospice that cared for her father in his final daysHelen Clark placed a leaf for her late father George on Waipuna Hospice’s Gratitude Tree.01 Apr 11:48 PM
New ZealandRural GPs brace as fuel costs hit patient travel and emergency calloutsRural GPs say fuel hikes are pushing up costs for emergency prime callouts.01 Apr 07:37 PM
New Zealand'I'm not here to collect an ovary': Patient offered stranger’s body part in HNZ error'I just wanted what I hoped was my body part and to get out of there,' said Sarah.01 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandSteep rise in sepsis hospital admissions over past two decades, research revealsHospital sepsis admissions rose 78% between 2000 and 2019 in New Zealand.31 Mar 07:29 PM
New ZealandHow Christchurch’s new stadium could help change attitudes to family violenceHarm can increase around large gatherings like festivals and major sports games.31 Mar 06:37 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHannah McQueen: Could your prescription medication be speeding up your decline?About 91% of New Zealanders over 65 take prescription medication.31 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTerry Middlemost: The loneliness crisis retirement planning ignoresOPINION: An Age Concern study found 59% of Kiwis aged over-65 recently felt lonely.31 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandCare workers’ unions take Health NZ to court over travel costs as petrol prices soarHealth NZ denies employing carers and says fuel costs are providers' responsibility.30 Mar 06:45 PM
Crime'Quite scary' hands: Abuse trial hears child may have tampered with own feeding linesAn aunt told the High Court that the child was strong and could disconnect feeding lines.30 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Entirely inadequate': Woman dies of sepsis after deteriorating for three days in hospitalThe woman's family agonised as they watched her rapidly decline with no explanation. 30 Mar 01:28 AM
New Zealand'Not living in a warzone': Ward councillor promises probe into unruly Mt Albert partyChristine Fletcher wants the council to review complaints from the year.29 Mar 05:39 PM
Black Caps'Not going to let this break us': Former Black Cap's brain tumour battleA Givealittle page for the former Black Cap raised nearly $100,000 in support.29 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandFlu jab can cut heart attack and stroke risk by a third, epidemiologist saysDr Michael Baker says flu illness stresses organs and makes blood clot more.29 Mar 05:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandParamedics face rising assaults on the jobViolent attacks on ambulance crews are rising, with paramedics facing verbal and physical abuse. Video / Mike ScottWatch28 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside a night on the road as paramedics face rising assaults and sexual abuseSt John staff say assaults on crews now occur on almost every shift.28 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga homes hit by late-night water outage after major mains breakTauranga District Council says the water is back on for all affected homes.28 Mar 08:27 PM
SportIn support of bras as essential sports kitDanielle Aitchison now runs faster after being professionally fitted for a bra.28 Mar 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce CotterillBruce Cotterill: AI is about to reshape our lives faster than any tech before itOPINION: Progress and potholes – The AI journey ahead.27 Mar 10:00 PM
Crime‘She never came back’: Detective details mother’s response to police searchThe woman is accused of intentionally making her child sick.27 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandNew South Auckland hospital a step closer as Drury land search beginsDrury was chosen for its access to key transport routes and planned links.27 Mar 02:28 AM
New ZealandEmergency Department AI gives meth recipe in ‘jailbreak’ testingThe Heidi scribe is already used by 1250 ED doctors and front-line staff.26 Mar 06:30 AM
New Zealand'This is a win for midwives': Court rules on 10-year legal battle over pay and conditionsHigh Court finds 'cavalier approach' by Crown to entering agreements and breaking them.26 Mar 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsConcerns war could hold up crucial cancer care supplyHelium supplies are at risk.26 Mar 02:06 AM
WellingtonChild critically injured after falling from park treePolice said they were called to the incident at Totara Park Rd at 4.55pm.25 Mar 10:01 PM
