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'Inappropriate restraint': Disabled woman found with socks taped to hands
Her carers said the socks were to stop the woman from chewing on her hands.

Why disposable vapes will vanish from stores this week
Retailers can’t display vape products in stores or online.

Rising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid Inquiry
Economists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.

6yo believed among two dead in boat capsize off Taranaki
Three people were on board the boat when it got into trouble off the Pātea coast.

Baby’s death at Auckland daycare sparks call for tighter sleep regulations
The baby was checked every 10 minutes but it wasn't enough and he was found unresponsive.

Treasury warns Health NZ cuts need to double; Minister disputes figures
The figures hint at cuts of $1.2b this year; Health NZ needs $600 million in savings

Why Kiwi rich-lister is launching multi-million dollar foundation
Annette Presley was giving a speech at a school when a small boy raised his hand.

Shane Te Pou: This Government is showing us what it values
OPINION: Why WorkSafe changes are leaving workers vulnerable.

Miriama Kamo reflects on Matariki, new projects and family legacy
The popular broadcaster will host a new series aimed at sharing ideas.

Weight-loss jabs could be handed out like statins in UK
The NHS plans to broaden access through pilot schemes and online pharmacies.

Watch: Auckland mum-of-six dies in ED after failing three times to get help
Pamela Rasmussen, 40, died after trying three times to get help at hospital.

‘A silly decision’: Safety advocate Sterling Maxwell on drinking and driving under 20
Maxwell emphasises the importance of rangatahi driving safely and responsibly.

Smoke or fog? Former chairman fumes at council's pollution doubt
The council said it found little evidence for his orchard burnoff claims.

New vaccine panel: RFK jnr appoints critics after dismissal
He dismissed 17 experts, citing conflicts with pharmaceutical companies.

Staff sickness forces early closure of Auckland school amid rising winter ills
Top GP warns the surge of winter illnesses is just getting under way.

11 sunscreens sold in New Zealand don't meet SPF claims
One sunscreen was marked SPF50+ but only clocked an SPF of 4.

Soldier won't be dismissed after filming woman without consent during sex
Judge and panel opt for a lesser sentence for corporal, including a formal warning.

Controversial ‘run it straight’ NZ final moved to Dubai, contestants' flights paid for
The final was initially scheduled to take place in Auckland this month.

Most people aren’t following this important dietary advice. Are you?
Here’s what to know about seafood, including the healthiest types - and the ones to avoid.

'Real driver for us': Blues inspired by Suafoa's brave battle
The Blues are harnessing emotional motivation to end the Crusaders' 30-match playoffs run.

New report on euthanasia released three years after introduction of End of Life Choice Act
Maxim Institute’s Maryanne Spurdle speaks about a new report showing inequities in palliative care and weaknesses in safeguards compromise decisions when it comes to euthanasia.