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Far North Council moves to adopt smokefree and vape-free policy
Smoking rates in the Far North are higher than the national average, at 13% vs 8%.
'Like looking at lava': Hawke's Bay rugby star retires after freak sprig accident
Teilah Ferguson felt the boot go into her eye and knew "instantly" it was bad.
'I'm just shocked': Parents on edge after abduction attempt
Police investigating an attempted snatching involving a man in a distinctive white sedan.
'True club legend': Community mourns beloved football figure
Wellington's football community pays tribute to Grant McKeen, a 'true club legend'.
How surviving breast cancer taught me what’s important in life - Jo Prendergast
Opinion: Jo Prendergast turned to writing during her cancer treatment in 2021.
Former Northland nurse celebrates 100th with thanks from Health NZ
Eileen Davidson was just a teenager when she started nurse training at Whangārei Hospital.
5 surprising things linked to cancer – and what to know about them
Studies have suggested tattoos, hair treatments and even hot tea might be a problem.
Wellington struggles to shake Crypto outbreak, reported cases 'high'
The outbreak started in March with the illness continuing to spread.
'Consent is a great thing’: Whangārei festival promotes respect, autonomy
The Festival of Consent runs until Sunday with events including talks and a dance party.
I made $45k in four months on OnlyFans. Then someone sent the videos to my parents
Telegraph: A cash-strapped university student who tried online sex work tells her story.
Up in Smoke: Why NZ's medical cannabis industry is struggling to make ends meet
After tragic cases, a new industry touted as a potential saviour has run into roadblocks.
'I’m going to kill us both': Man smashed into stationary truck after hearing break-up news
The toxic relationship ended with the defendant and his now ex both needing surgery.
On The Up: Community support helps Whangārei teen with rare condition thrive
Carrie Kunicich has atypical Friedreich ataxia, which impacts her muscles and vision.
‘Let nature take its course': NZ woman wins court order that could let her starve to death
Doctors say the woman isn't physically ill, but psychologically believes that she is.
'Best decision': Teacher credits group for marathon success
Matthew Liley completed the Rotorua Marathon in five hours and 50 minutes.
Nurses demand action after colleague held at gunpoint outside hospital
Hospital staff call for action as violence against workers escalates.
How Māori youth are learning traditional medicine and giving back
Over 20 rangatahi attended the Koi Ora Ngahuru during the April school holidays.
'Mana over money': Influencers reject gambling promo amid crackdown - two don't comply
Te Rawhitiroa Bosch refuses to promote online gambling to his followers on ethical grounds
'Daddy's girl': Te Anau character crushed in fatal workplace accident
Lynda Kelly, 63, has been remembered for her care and compassion.
Advice: My girlfriend won’t introduce me to her children or friends
NY Times: 'I’ve told her how much this hurts me... but she says she prefers it this way.'
Marama Davidson on surviving cancer and the mammogram that saved her life
'I’m only still here because it was found early.'
Shane Te Pou: We are witnessing the effects of social disunity
OPINION: Key issues include political views, work participation, and economic inequality.
On The Up: 'It never crossed my mind to stop' – Runner's tribute to late friend
Blake Schimanski ran length of NZ to raise $40,000 for mental health charity I Am Hope.
We have trillions of micro-organisms in our gut - but what role do they play in our health?
There are more organisms in our gut than there are human cells in our body.
'Changed everything': Why Aucklander, 24, is running 12 marathons in 12 months
Thanks to a miracle drug, Ben Prince-Saxon is using his new lease on life to give back.
25yo mum fights for time with kids after cancer spreads to brain
Misty Paniora, 25, is battling terminal cancer but wants to see her kids' milestones.
Pop star Lorde opens up on disordered eating: ‘I was very weak’
Kiwi pop star's new album Virgin will be out in June after she released a single in April.