Kahu40yo mum died in ED after tonsillitis diagnosis. Her whānau are demanding answersPamela Rasmussen (40) died in May, leaving six grieving children behind.14 Sep 09:00 PM
New ZealandFamilies to get 24/7 hospital access under new Health NZ policyThe nurses union warns the policy could mask shortages of hospital staff.14 Sep 06:05 PM
New ZealandMore than 36,000 nurses strike again for better pay and staffingThe strike will disrupt more than 13,000 surgeries and appointments.03 Sep 07:11 PM
New Zealand'Perfect storm': Woman died after breathing tube inserted into food pipe during surgery 01 Sep 02:00 AM
PremiumPolitics‘Outrageous’: Agencies may need to make more cuts to fund massive board fee rises25 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPatients face long wait times as thousands pay for private colonoscopiesNZ has 110 gastroenterologists, but many regions face shortages.24 Aug 09:01 PM
New Zealand‘Final act of violence’: Kiwi mum killed by partner in suspected murder-suicideMaxine was found dead inside her Tūrangi home last August.19 Aug 09:15 PM
New ZealandAuckland nurses urge Govt action as ED wait times worsenNorth Shore EDs have been at 200% capacity, with patients being treated in corridors.17 Aug 09:09 PM
PremiumPremiumHealthcare'Defies belief': Union outrage over Health NZ board's up to $1.7m feesThe Health NZ board fees far exceed the Government's guidance for Crown entities.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Create chaos': Health NZ pans nurses' union over strike moveA planned two-hour strike was called off 45 minutes before it was scheduled to begin. 14 Aug 06:28 AM
New ZealandMental health wards in Waikato at 140% capacity, lacking community bedsA mental health nurse says some patients are sleeping on mattresses on the floor.14 Aug 05:24 AM
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‘Pure nosiness’: Nurse accesses health records of 226 people, including babies and the dead'I have lost trust in her, and to an extent in the nursing profession.'06 Aug 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Must be a turning point': Pharmacists call for change after baby given 13 times prescribed doseAn intern pharmacist misread the dosage, leading to the fatal error.05 Aug 04:33 AM
New ZealandHow to get a sick note without seeing a GP in NZEmployers can legally ask for a sick note even if you're off for one day.04 Aug 04:29 AM
New ZealandNorth Shore Hospital ward for patients with nowhere else to goThe 20-bed ward is for non-medical patients who still need care but with nowhere to go.03 Aug 07:44 PM
New Zealand'Efficiency issues': Health NZ's bonus plan clashes with unionThe Government has proposed $32 million for staffing incentives over two years.02 Aug 04:27 AM
New ZealandHealth Minister addresses nurses strikeSimeon Brown is calling on the NZ Nurses Organisation and Health NZ to get back to the negotiating table. Video / Mark MitchellWatch30 Jul 04:23 AM
New Zealand'Really hard': Some Hawke's Bay Hospital nursing roles not being replaced, manager says'I have never been so frustrated and angry going home from work.'30 Jul 04:03 AM
New ZealandStriking nurses protest outside Tauranga HospitalThe rain did not stop an estimated 200 NZNO members picketing outside the hospital. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Jul 02:35 AM
ChristchurchKnife-wielding man arrested at nursing protest in Christchurch A man has been arrested after he allegedly threatened to kill protesters in Christchurch.30 Jul 02:04 AM
New ZealandWhy 36,000 healthcare workers are striking across New ZealandOver 36,000 nurses, midwives, healthcare assistants and kaimahi hauora will strike for 24 hours from 9am Wednesday. Video / Dean PurcellWatch30 Jul 12:54 AM
New ZealandNearly 200 people in Gisborne join nationwide nurses strikeStriking nurses and their supporters braved dreary weather on Wednesday morning. Gisborne nurse Michell Krawczyk spoke about the strike. Video / NZ HeraldWatch29 Jul 11:08 PM
Herald NOW'Our hospitals are under a lot of pressure' - nurses begin 24-hour strikeHealth NZ chief medical officer talks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW as the nurses begin a 24-hour strike.Watch29 Jul 07:43 PM
New Zealand36,000 nurses to strike over staffing crisis, disrupting 4300 appointmentsPatient procedures and specialist consults will be postponed due to the strike.29 Jul 06:05 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about Wednesday's nurses strikeAcute and emergency services will still be provided during the industrial action.29 Jul 08:26 AM
Herald NOW'Not enough to keep them in NZ' - Union on why nurses are strikingNZNO president Anne Daniels talks to Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW as nurses prepare to go on a 24-hour strike on Wednesday.Watch28 Jul 07:39 PM
New Zealand'Deeply regret this': Doctor's oversight leaves patient with swollen face, constant painThe doctor overlooked a crucial ultrasound finding before removing part of her thyroid. 28 Jul 04:29 AM