We may be facing a bad winter for flu viruses and growing asthma problems.

Report shows ''major changes will be needed," commission chair Murray Sherwin says.

Learning how to cook when young could be good for your health in the long run.

Over past year all regions have become less affordable except in Canterbury-Westland.

Stewart Island just declared an official breeding colony for our treasured NZ sea lion.

Two species of NZ grasshopper mating may just seem weird. But the bigger story is tragic.

Researchers exploring innovative ways to tackle NZ's poor level of disaster-preparedness.

Jim Jones has some innovative ideas for combating climate change and greenhouse gases

Taskforce members propose reshaping education agencies to strengthen links among schools.

Waikato has the most dependent P users, while high cannabis use is big in Bay of Plenty

Crucial clues about the contamination of our coasts may be hiding in an unlikely place.

Jane Wrightson is one of the people receiving an award from Massey University tomorrow.

At least 12 horses at a national equestrian event have become ill from dehydration.

Former P addict Rachel Axis speaks out about her past. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

A group of young Kiwis have helped make new discoveries in NZ's Kermadec Islands.

A new study will help rescuers determine which whales to save first in mass strandings.

Meth now the drug of choice according to Northland criminal lawyer.

Only two polytechnics report significantly more students this year despite free fees.

Plastic has many uses - but have we made too much and what can we do about it?

An Auckland priest tells Cherie Howie how and why he drives out demons.

Alcoholics who smoke face an uphill battle when they go into detox.

Universities want the Government to stump up with extra cash.

Macy Duxfield got scholarships, did university papers in Year 13

West Auckland siblings could come face-to-face at FMG Young Farmer of the Year.

Councillor calls of Cycling New Zealand to put money where its mouth is.

NZ scientists raise questions over US study linking 2007 eruption to tidal cycles.

Scientists have been baffled to discover the first-ever male NZ stick insect - in the UK.

Even bacteria have memories - and learning how could help us fight superbugs in future.

Researchers say a Baby Friendly Workplace initiative needs to be developed.

Low fat or full cream? Despite official guidelines, most Kiwi toddlers drink the latter.