New ZealandLittle 'extraordinarily' frustrated with slow spend on mental healthJust $500,000 of $235 million for mental health and addiction facilities has been spent.21 Jun 11:55 PM
New Zealand'The kids were terrified': Former nurse aide recounts 'hideous' abuse at Lake AliceElectric shocks were given as punishment, but masqueraded as treatment.21 Jun 11:06 PM
New ZealandLake Alice use of electric shocks on children 'cruel and barbaric' - nursePsychiatric nurse Brian Stabb worked at Lake Alice hospital in the 1970s.21 Jun 06:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: Overstaying patients taking up 30% of scarce beds in mental health unitsDelays in discharging patients are worsening pressures on the already strained facilities.21 Jun 01:55 AM
New Zealand'Dear Prime Minister, the work hasn't even started': Mike King on NZ's 'broken' mental health systemMike King says there's been little change with the country's mental health problems.19 Jun 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEmployment'Mental distress' biggest health issue as workplace anxiety, stress counselling climbs'Counsellors had been a lifesaver for many people...'19 Jun 09:00 PM
LifestyleKiwi dad's epic Bunnings-inspired birthday cake for daughterThe cake included the iconic sausage sizzle among other Bunnings memorabilia.19 Jun 08:43 PM
LifestyleWriting can improve mental health – here's howThere are three types of writing that can improve your self-awareness and mental health.18 Jun 09:54 PM
New ZealandMental health in MIQ: At least 30 people referred to specialist, crisis teams since managed isolation openedMain reasons for referrals are depression, panic attacks and claustrophobia.18 Jun 03:34 AM
New ZealandFather threatened to send his son to Lake Alice if he didn't behave. At 13 the threat came true'I'd wave and he would just ignore me, so that was pretty hard.'17 Jun 05:46 AM
EntertainmentThe Apprentice NZ's Olivia Rogers reveals panic attacks, night terrors on show'One night I lay sobbing uncontrollably for hours. I'd never felt so alone in my life.'15 Jun 11:56 PM
New ZealandUnmedicated driver admits triple fatal crash, families' long fight for justiceFamily of the victims say they're relieved at having avoided a two-week long trial.14 Jun 10:21 PM
Lifestyle7 foods to boost your moodIt turns out that these types of food can actually help with enhancing your mood.14 Jun 02:25 AM
New ZealandCall to reform coercive treatment for mentally unwellExperts say compulsory treatment orders are overused and need rolling back.13 Jun 05:49 PM
New ZealandPolice mental health and addiction referrals to ED soar in south AucklandIn the past, cops picking up a drunk person would leave them in a cell to sleep it off.10 Jun 02:49 AM
New ZealandDomestic violence death spurs determination for familyAzalia Wilson was brutally murdered in November 2019, by her ex-partner Samuel Samson.09 Jun 08:48 PM
New ZealandLower Hutt mental health unit 'pretty degrading' - OmbudsmanSoiled carpets and walls covered in graffiti were found during an impromptu visit.08 Jun 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTeuila FuataiTeuila Fuatai: Thorny issue of mental health in elite tennisOPINION: Naomi Osaka's French Open exit spotlights mental health of elite tennis athletes.08 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuWhānau shocked to find man enters house to sleep over, for weeksThe family woke early on Sunday morning to find a man sleeping in their living room.08 Jun 02:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAn unexplained death in Remuera: What happened to Pauline Hanna?Who was Pauline Hanna and what happened to her?04 Jun 10:30 PM
KahuAgent Orange Anguish: Vietnam Veterans are dying in wait of inquirySoldiers spent years crawling through toxin-soaked jungles, putting their lives at risk.02 Jun 11:25 PM
New ZealandEating disorders: National backs parents' petition for more supportNational is now backing calls for urgent funding and support for eating disorder patients.02 Jun 07:17 PM
New ZealandEating disorders: Survivor once sent home to die joins desperate calls for Govt helpParents, patients and survivors of eating disorders begging for more help from Govt.02 Jun 02:50 AM
New ZealandInvercargill beheading: Father called for help 40 times before grisly killingJoseph Boyle was found not guilty by reason of insanity of the murder of his stepbrother.01 Jun 05:57 AM
New ZealandNo new cases in MIQ or community todayMinistry of Health still trying to reach five Melbourne returnees.01 Jun 01:02 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Families facing life-or-death situations on their ownOPINION: Mike King's right - mental health services are failing vulnerable Kiwis.29 May 05:00 PM
WorldCalifornia rail yard killing: Man shoots nine co-workersA man who shot nine people at a California rail yard targeted some of the victims.27 May 10:25 PM
New ZealandLoneliness rising among new migrants in NZThere's a jump in new migrants feeling lonely most or all of the time.27 May 12:00 AM
BusinessACC, KiwiSaver provider invest in Sir John Kirwan's mental health appThe money will be used to market Mentemia to more corporates.24 May 10:13 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I just want him gone': Midwife's months-long fight for help with postnatal depressionShe has finally been admitted to in-patient care but only after a crisis.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandGang violence: 'There were over 30 of them fighting'The violence comes as survey reveals Kiwis are fearful of gang presence in public spaces.23 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI've stopped drinking, why are my friends being weird and pouring me drinks?COMMENT: Practice is key and be gentle if you find it hard to stick to this goal.22 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Barbaric': Parents of Kelly Savage still fighting to end restraint practiceFamily believe son's death four years ago was caused by the use of mechanical restraints.22 May 01:12 AM
RoyalsPrince Harry defends 'compassionate' Oprah interviewHarry claimed the interview was meant to pave the way for reconciliation with the royals.22 May 12:35 AM
