World‘Bloody stupid maternal pride’: Surgeon faces court over child in brain opThe 12-year-old was allegedly allowed to handle surgical equipment.15 Oct 09:35 PM
LifestyleAge changes mean more NZ women to get free mammograms Rita, 74, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her diagnosis was helped by where she lived.14 Oct 10:06 PM
New ZealandMob leader ‘felt trapped’ before death, coroner findsBenson sought help for addiction and mental health issues before his death.14 Oct 08:33 PM
EntertainmentVeteran broadcaster Derryn Hinch back in hospital amid health battleHinch has faced major health issues, including a 2011 liver transplant.14 Oct 07:26 PM
New ZealandTom Holland is on a hero’s mission – no webs requiredFormer pro mountain biker’s 'deeply personal' challenge for prostate cancer awareness.14 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan Devery: Why harm reduction, not ideology, should guide vaping policyOPINION: Research shows vaping can be twice as effective as nicotine patches or gum.14 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandWhakaari/White Island inquest: Tourist describes seeing people ‘burnt like I’ve never seen before’The quick thinking of a tour boat passenger helped treat survivors with fresh water.14 Oct 03:21 AM
WorldAustralian doctors warn of ‘excessive’ medical weed prescriptionsDoctors say online scripts are being exploited for unapproved uses of cannabis.14 Oct 02:56 AM
AucklandTransport officials investigate why bus crashed into New Lynn station All bus stops reopened at 5am after crews cleared the damaged vehicle.14 Oct 01:10 AM
New ZealandLack of record-keeping before death of high-risk Gisborne patientJanet Milner died in 2021, aged 50, after surgery in Gisborne.14 Oct 12:45 AM
WorldChild drowns in neighbour's pool after going missing in AdelaideThe child was spotted in a neighbour’s backyard pool by a police helicopter.14 Oct 12:03 AM
WorldElderly man found dead in Florida care home freezer after going missingHis daughter Julie Kristen Spencer said safety lapses had raised concerns.13 Oct 09:27 PM
New ZealandHundreds of Bay mums face long trips to give birthOne in three Whakatāne women giving birth in Tauranga were emergency cases.13 Oct 07:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAaron Smail: Will housing and infrastructure keep pace with our aging population?OPINION: New Zealand must build today for the ageing population of tomorrow. 13 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore measles cases confirmed in Northland as total rises to 12Both new Northland cases were already in quarantine while infectious.13 Oct 04:41 AM
New ZealandCare home took intimate photos of elderly resident after claims of sexual assaultA man was prohibited from visiting the woman while an investigation took place.13 Oct 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Biggest walk-off’: Unions plan mass same-day strike across health and educationMore than 8000 Bay of Plenty workers are set to join the industrial action.12 Oct 09:51 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why state-backed vaping leaves a bad tasteOPINION: Health NZ has spent $575,000 on free vape kits for smokers trying to quit.12 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleGang member to medicine man: Dr Timoti Te Moke’s turnaroundIn his fifties and after time in prison, he decided to turn his pain into positivity.12 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland Central fire station cleared to reopen after asbestos scareTests confirmed no asbestos in the station after Friday’s sudden closure.12 Oct 06:39 AM
WorldBiden begins radiation treatment for aggressive prostate cancerThe 82-year-old former US President began a five-week radiation course.12 Oct 12:02 AM
WorldTrump declared in 'excellent health' after follow-up at Walter ReedThe 79-year-old underwent advanced imaging and lab tests at the medical centre.11 Oct 11:52 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentPaula Bennett: ‘I hope politics doesn’t determine who I am for the rest of my life’The ex-Deputy PM is celebrating a podcasting milestone.11 Oct 07:00 PM
CrimeOne seriously hurt in crash; SH15 briefly shut in both directions near KaikoheThe crash has been cleared and the road reopened.11 Oct 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe worst ages to drink alcohol, according to scienceOver 65s face higher stroke risk as alcohol drives up blood pressure levels.11 Oct 12:20 AM
New Zealand'Practical and compassionate': Govt backs longer hospital stays for new mumsHealth system will be prepared for longer hospital or birth unit stays, minister says.10 Oct 07:57 PM
AucklandAuckland’s busiest fire station shut after asbestos detected – againAuckland Central Fire Station was also closed in 2023 because of asbestos.10 Oct 05:50 PM
New ZealandConcrete truck seriously injures woman pedestrian in WhakatāneEmergency services were called to the centre of the Bay of Plenty town shortly before 9am.10 Oct 03:08 AM
New Zealand'Fixing what matters': Children's Minister to reopen Te Oranga residenceTe Oranga closed in 2021 after video showed staff restraining a young person.10 Oct 02:30 AM
WorldTrump, Kennedy push false autism link to circumcision and painkillersExperts say studies used by Trump and Kennedy were riddled with major flaws.09 Oct 10:46 PM
LifestyleMy partner was only 60 when he was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer's. This is what I've learntThe number of Kiwis with dementia will more than double in the next 25 years, study shows.09 Oct 07:30 PM
New Zealand'Senseless waste of life': Mother blasts facility after son dies from peanut allergyA post-mortem has confirmed Riley Brown died after eating a meal containing trace amounts.09 Oct 05:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSarah Dalton: NZers' health is getting worse and it's costing us billionsLife expectancy has stalled for the first time in six decades.09 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Ask Groov is safe': Meet Health NZ and Sir John Kirwan's AI therapy chatbotYoung people feeling anxious or depressed can now talk to a Government-funded chatbot.09 Oct 04:00 PM
