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Patient finds black mould in hospital seclusion room

The hospital says it's the first time mould has been reported in the building.

'Like someone twisting a knife in my back': Retiree's two-year wait for surgery

Hospital team 'working hard' to increase the number of patients being seen.

TECT trustee election results declared

Voting closed at 12pm on November 25.

Te Puke Highway lane closure to start next week

Works are expected to take two weeks, weather dependent.

Zoe Hunter: Age is no barrier to keeping fit - my dad is proof

My dad jumped in the boxing ring at age 58, and I couldn't be prouder.

Why many Kiwis are choosing to get ahead on their mortgage

'Even a small increase in repayments can knock years off your loan term.'

'A bit of trepidation': MP Tāmati Coffey on preparing to raise 'baby number two'

'We’re not necessarily experts on girls but actually, we’ll be okay.'

MP Tāmati Coffey announces baby girl due in March

Coffey made the announcement on Facebook this afternoon.

Review: Comedians donate a night of laughs in support of rainbow community

The charity event was about rallying support for the LGBTQIA+ community.

'Significant change' for Truman Lane traffic as Bay Link build continues

A temporary lane closure is expected to be in place until autumn 2023.

Watch: Huge slip on SH29 over Kaimai Range caught on video

A woman was heard saying “watch out... oh my God” as the slip rushed towards them.

Felix Desmarais: Don't worry, I found a place better than Twitter

OPINION: If Twitter is dying, I won't miss it, writes Felix Desmarais.

Breast cancer survivor celebrates new 'passion' with pottery show

Robyne Dowdall said pottery helped her regain confidence and strength after her diagnosis.

Business digest: New One NZ concept store, new MRI, awards announced

Got business news? Email carmen.hall@nzme.co.nz or zoe.hunter@nzme.co.nz

Dr Tony Farrell: Pay attention to attention disorders

OPINION: Not all ADHD patients need medication, but they need diagnosis and support.

Drones on the radar after fatal shark attack

Water safety advocates endorse coroner's recommendations after Waihī Beach shark attack.