WorldPope Francis makes first public appearance after five weeks in hospitalThe 88-year-old waved from Rome's Gemelli hospital balcony, looking tired.23 Mar 05:05 PM
New ZealandCan NZ’s maternity system handle new three-day-stay bill?Mums across the country could get a minimum three-day hospital stay if a new bill passes.22 Mar 06:13 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We can't expect teachers to be parents tooOPINION: 'School is about creating an atmosphere where students enjoy learning.'21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo backing down for Napier health services protestA Napier health services protest rally will start on Sunday at 1pm, at the Sound Shell.21 Mar 02:57 AM
Kahu‘Release me without conditions’: Prison hunger striker tells supporters he’s prepared to dieDean Wickliffe's parole hearing is set for April 3 but supporters fear he won't last.21 Mar 12:06 AM
New ZealandNapier urgent care to stay and be enhanced after community pushback, won't include a doctorHealth Minister announces enhanced service, including nurse prescribers and telehealth.20 Mar 02:09 AM
New ZealandThe gastric illness sweeping a city: What is cryptosporidiosis and how do you get it?Wellington faces a cryptosporidiosis outbreak with 32 cases, mostly in Hutt Valley.20 Mar 01:42 AM
New ZealandGastric illness outbreak linked to swimming poolsCryptosporidiosis is a stomach bug that can cause diarrhoea, stomach cramps and vomiting.19 Mar 07:57 PM
KahuPrisoner Dean Wickliffe loses 17kg in hunger strike - lawyer claimsA guard involved in the altercation has been stood down pending investigation.19 Mar 01:13 AM
New ZealandIwi-owned research centre marks milestoneThe centre is marking two decades of kaupapa Māori research.18 Mar 10:19 PM
KahuNotorious criminal Dean Wickliffe on hunger strike, alleging assault by prison guardDean Wickliffe started his hunger strike on March 10, seeking dignity and fair treatment.18 Mar 01:28 AM
New ZealandWhy a charity drive is a lifeline for families like Emma’sEmma had open-heart surgery at four days old.18 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘I was in bed for a year’: Cancer survivor calls for $220k-a-year drug to be fundedOther patients consider moving overseas or starting a Givealittle to pay for the drug.17 Mar 03:02 AM
New ZealandSchool lunch that badly burnt student was in packaging not fit for commercial useHeinz Wattie’s supplied the meal, but it wasn't found to be at fault.17 Mar 12:14 AM
KahuRare medical diagnosis saves Waikato man after decades of mysteryGeorge Moanaroa wants to educate communities about acromegaly with a te ao Māori lens.15 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeen left wheelchair-bound by rare condition after food poisoning battles ACC for coverHis family argued earlier treatment might have improved his condition.15 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandHow support helped a young cancer patient’s journey to health and happinessHe was diagnosed with leukaemia at 11 months, needing a stem cell transplant.14 Mar 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health careOver 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.14 Mar 02:31 AM
PoliticsGovt reject advice to lower cancer screening age further for Māori, PasifikaThe Government is focused on 'need, not race'. 14 Mar 02:15 AM
Kahu‘Will cost lives’: Outcry over Govt’s bowel screening decisionExperts argue earlier screening for Māori could prevent more bowel cancer deaths.12 Mar 06:00 AM
World‘A tragedy’: Guru fined after Kiwi woman dies at magic mushroom retreatDiane Mathews was fined $3000 for supplying magic mushrooms at a retreat.12 Mar 04:37 AM
New ZealandCancer patients left with no hot water in Auckland hospital wardTransplant patient struggled to wash using kettle-boiled water and disposable bowl.10 Mar 07:21 PM
New ZealandLabrador Hogan at workHogan the labradoor at work in the lab at K9MD headquarters detecting ovarian cancer. Video / K9MDWatch10 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Very vulnerable’: Calls for govt help as homelessness surges 53%Support agencies see increased demand; emergency housing numbers have dropped.09 Mar 11:09 PM
New ZealandCancer patient who lost lung in botched surgery says health system ‘owes him a new one’Cancer patient Ian Tollemache had the wrong part of his lung cut out by a surgeon.09 Mar 10:32 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why the end of Whānau Ora is a step backwards for New ZealandWhaea Tariana launched Whānau Ora, shifting focus to collective wellbeing.09 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘Absolutely gutted’: Dramatic overhaul of $155m of Whānau Ora contracts includes John Tamihere-led agencyFour new agencies will be chosen and up to 1000 jobs could be affected. 09 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsMinister announces return of Health NZ board after axingSimeon Brown said it was time to begin transitioning to traditional governance.06 Mar 10:30 PM
New Zealand‘Smashing your head’: Advocates on struggles with emergency housingHomelessness has risen due to stricter emergency housing access rules.06 Mar 06:45 PM
New Zealand'I felt like an awful person': Woman's 17-year journey to endo diagnosisCharlotte, 28, has endometriosis, an inflammatory disease affecting 1 in 10 NZ women.06 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhat taking an antihistamine does to your brainSome research suggests popular hay fever medication could increase your risk of dementia.04 Mar 04:00 PM
World‘Not out of danger’: Pope undergoes two procedures after respiratory failurePope Francis required two bronchoscopies due to breathing attacks on Monday.03 Mar 07:56 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why new health funding misses the mark on equityExpanded GP funding will be performance-based, raising complexity concerns.03 Mar 05:12 AM
New Zealand‘There’s no cure’: Kiwi mum’s fight against cancerSarena Crane is seeking alternative treatment to beat cancer.02 Mar 10:56 PM
