Federated Farmers back calls to save chopper services
Federated Farmers is backing calls to stop the axing of rescue helicopter services.
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'Dad could die' if landline not fixed, say family
The man and his family say fixing the faulty landline is a matter of life or death.
Workers detail breathing difficulties during ammonia leak
Details of the ammonia leak have emerged after an Official Information Act request.
Local Focus: It's just a quick prick for farmers
Student nurses offer free health checks for farmers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Farmer killed in Motu crash
A farmer has been killed in a crash on farmland in Motu. Photo / Google
Dead birds near Kapiti waterways show signs of avian botulism
Signs of suspected avian botulism in Kapiti sparks warnings to avoid dead birds.
Potato farm death destroys 'a million dreams'
The man's death had destroyed "a million dreams", a community member said.
Horse abusers in clear despite outcry
No prosecution for the culprits who abused Riding for Disabled horses.
Company sentenced after man killed in potato harvester
There are no second chances with heavy machinery, says WorkSafe.
Mum warning others about sea lice bites
Sea lice stings leave Welcome Bay boy scratching himself raw.
Agriculture firm to pay $85k to family of worker killed by machine
The death of a machine worker in 2016 highlights the importance of safety, WorkSafe says.
Personal locator beacon saves farmer after bull attack: 'It was out to get me'
A Hawke's Bay farmer has been left shaken and battered after a bull attack in Puketitiri.
Ridding NZ of pests will be good for our health
Ridding NZ of rats and possums will be good for us, as well as our prized native wildlife.
Three Affco workers exposed to toxic gas
Three workers receive medical treatment after significant ammonia leak.
No doctor means patients move elsewhere
Within four years Patea's patient numbers have dropped from 2900 to 2200.
Farmer survives being trampled in stampede
"I could feel myself being kicked. They stood on my neck, my head," Barker said.
'He was a beautiful boy, about to step into a great future'
Colby Harris was looking forward to Christmas, a new job and life farming when he died.
Desperate plea after sudden deaths in rural areas
Federated Farmers pleads with workers to speak up after suspected suicides.
Fourth death linked to water crisis
Hawke's Bay DHB says that on review, another death was probably linked to gastro outbreak.
Final gastro outbreak report due
Second stage of gastro outbreak inquiry expected to report back this afternoon.
Boar-eating trio suffering from botulism - hospital
There is not thought to be any risk to the public, the hospital confirmed.
Seedlings stolen from mental health group
Levin vegetable garden to support mental well-being has been broken into.
Quitting smoking? Try cow pat bingo
A series of games and competitions were tested as ways to help people quit smoking.
Tangi link for paratyphoid cases
Another tangi at a Hastings marae has been linked to a paratyphoid outbreak.
Havelock North gastro bill reaches $21 million
Highest costs of gastro outbreak related to household disruption.
Hawke's Bay paratyphoid cases rise
Hawke's Bay people hospitalised with typhoid-like fever increases to six.
North Island town's last doctor retires
A town's last doctor has retired forcing residents to go further afield for treatment.
Watch NZH Local Focus: Drench resistance among sheep and farmers
Breeding parasite resistant sheep. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Maori do not need a third medical school
COMMENT: Maori do not need a third medical school, or one dedicated to general practice.
Farmers' health new focus at Fieldays
It's not all the about the animals - Fieldays its looking after farmers' health too.
Drone safety message not getting through
Pilots want stricter rules for drones and the CAA says the safety message is not working.
Ten tips from 550 hours of therapy
COMMENT: Deborah Hill Cone shares her top life tips gleaned from 550 hours of therapy.