PremiumPremiumPolitics'Right person for this vital role': NZ's new ambassador in Trump's America The former head of MFAT will become New Zealand's voice to the Trump administration.13 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Cruel and Third World': Patient starved 16 hours a day for six days waiting for surgeryThe patient should have had surgery within six to 24 hours, Health NZ admitted.28 Jul 06:11 PM
PremiumOpinionSam Egger: Youth vaping is a problem, let's look at the evidenceOPINION: Vaping rates rose from 9.7% in 2023 to 11.1% in 2024.27 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Stop your medicinal cannabis': Dr warns it could block cancer immunotherapy24 Jul 07:55 PM
New Zealand'Ultimate sacrifice': Capsized jetskiier died after giving lifejacket to struggling brother23 Jul 05:00 AM
PremiumOpinionRobert Beaglehole: NZ is on the cusp of smokefree history – we should celebrate10 Jul 06:00 PM
Kahu'Real and unequal': MP's death highlights kidney disease crisis among MāoriKidney disease in Māori often stems from diabetes and high blood pressure.04 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHealth Ministry manager 'way too friendly' with alcohol lobbyAlcohol lobbyists gave input on FASD plans, with some submissions fully redacted.29 Jun 08:24 PM
KahuElder-Holmes on deadline: $5000 fine due for promoting online gamblingNine more influencers have also received warning notices and 27 are on a watchlist.28 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandExplainer: Melatonin, ADHD meds and magic mushrooms - what are the changes?Melatonin will soon be available over the counter in New Zealand pharmacies.26 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandTears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documentsPrivate ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.24 Jun 04:42 AM
Crime'Enormous harm': Police bust major drug syndicate in WellingtonPolice seized 23kg of meth and more than 1000 MDMA pills in Wellington.23 Jun 06:23 AM
New ZealandCocaine use surges 229% in NZ amid rising illicit drug trendThe NZ Drug Foundation warns that harm reduction efforts are underfunded.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMelatonin to be sold over counter at NZ pharmacies, 'magic mushroom' rules relaxedThe Government has also approved the use of psilosybin, known as magic mushrooms.18 Jun 02:12 AM
LifestyleExpert discusses TikTok's viral migraine remedy claimsA TikTok migraine hack featuring Coke and fries may have a sliver of science behind it.09 Jun 01:53 AM
KahuMore than half of NZ vape products mislabelled, study revealsMost mislabelled vapes had significantly less nicotine than promised.05 Jun 09:02 PM
New ZealandFormer doctor and TVNZ presenter fined for claiming HIV doesn’t exist The tribunal would have cancelled her registration if it hadn’t already done so. 28 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandHeroin warning: Mislabelled white powder sparks Auckland drug alertNo benzodiazepine was detected; heroin presence was confirmed by ESR testing.23 May 04:17 AM
New ZealandMidwife criticised after fatal oversight leaves mum alone in rural home without powerThe investigation took more than four years, adding to the family's distress.19 May 12:36 AM
Kahu'I'm a recidivist offender': Woman's journey from criminal to mentorAllen has 178 convictions and has devoted herself to helping Northland addicts recover16 May 05:00 PM
CrimeThe 200m drive for smokes that led to a man's 7th drink-driving conviction'Alcohol is not for everyone, and perhaps it’s not for you,' says the judge at sentencing.15 May 01:00 AM
New Zealand'The silent killer': Heart Foundation's urgent blood pressure pushHigh blood pressure contributes to 4000 cardiovascular deaths yearly in NZ.11 May 08:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrugs, bribes, body-image and Instagram: Lifting the lid on modern sportOfficials now recommend boundaries around 1:1 messaging between coaches and young people10 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand$35m boost to help Customs fight against illegal drugs flooding NZ Last year Customs stopped, on average, 90kg of meth every week from entering NZ.10 May 01:59 AM
LifestyleOn The Up: Is an HIV-free future in sight for NZ? Burnett Foundation's new boss thinks soNew diagnoses are on a downward trend, and zero transmission targets have been set.07 May 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Mastermind' jailed 11+ years for $11m drug syndicate in ChristchurchThe drug ring's "mastermind" received an 11-year prison sentence in Christchurch.07 May 07:55 AM
Lifestyle'3600 for a cure': How many Kiwis are diagnosed with breast cancer each year?Seventeen Kiwi designers have rallied to support this year's Breast Cancer Cure appeal.09 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandHIV self-tests to be available at pharmaciesExperts say it is an important step in reducing the stigma associated with the disease.04 Apr 07:42 AM
KahuPrison hunger strike: Dean Wickliffe hospitalised, parole hearing moved forwardWickliffe's parole board hearing has been brought forward due to his declining health.24 Mar 03:30 AM
