New ZealandKronic craze spurs specialist dealer to open in central cityEven long-time owner of Hemp Store concerned by availability.15 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandQuakes continue to hit ChristchurchSizable aftershocks are continuing to shake Christchurch today, as the Prime Minister says authorities need time to sort out what parts of the city will be abandoned due to quake damage.14 Jun 05:06 AM
KahuSpate of deaths hits mill town13 youths from Kawerau have died suddenly in just 18 months, with "no rhyme or reason."11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandScientists in dark on Kronic's ill effectsA top Govt scientist says there is an "appalling" lack of information about synthetic cannabis products.10 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandNurse's affair with patient's husbandThe patient, a mum of two, had a severe stroke which left her virtually unable to talk.10 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandDrug sold at dairies puts young man in mental unitAn anguished father wants substances such as Kronic synthetic cannabis banned.06 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandSynthetic drug easy for kids to buy15-year-old gets cannabis substitute 'as easily as an icecream' from dairy near city schools.02 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestylePersonal trainer lands himself in plus-sized stewA high-profile personal trainer inflames the plus-size model debate, saying he wouldn't trust one to save him in a fire.28 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandMental health boost aims to cut welfare rollsHealth training funds are being redirected into mental health.26 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandHealth given extra $585mHealth spending is to rise by $585 million, by far the biggest sector increase in the Budget, but critics say it is barely enough to keep up with inflation and population growth.19 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandTop court to look at sleep payThe Supreme Court has granted the IHC leave to appeal a controversial court ruling requiring staff to be paid the minimum wage for sleepover shifts.19 May 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Mother of the nation' lends voice to suicide preventionJudy Bailey has spoken of her personal battle with depression as she fronts a new campaign.14 May 05:30 PM
New Zealand$54m Budget boost for new mumsA multi-million Government funding boost will give new mothers extra WellChild visits in the first months of their babies' lives, it was revealed today, which Plunket has welcomed as "vital" for creating a better society.05 May 02:10 AM
New ZealandHealth ministry's million-dollar battle against familiesThe Ministry of Health needs to sit down and talk with families who are caring for their disabled relatives, say the Greens.21 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandNZ likely to introduce plain tobacco packetsNew Zealand is likely to follow Australia's lead on requiring tobacco to be sold in plain packaging, Associate Health Minister Tariana Turia says.07 Apr 04:41 AM
