LifestyleWant to improve your mood? Then ditch the junk foodDiet can be a vital element in mental well-being, research shows.04 Feb 04:00 PM
BusinessHealth insurance to rise, couple stunned by 20pc hikeAn Auckland couple were left fuming by a letter from their insurance company.02 Jan 07:47 PM
OpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: I want peace of mind on holidayI couldn't think of many things worse than being hospitalised miles away from home.03 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Every little bit counts' - funeral director on loss of funeral insurance grant.A funeral package can start from about $4000 - not including the cemetery burial plot.01 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandMore than 800,000 people stripped of funeral insurance"Premium affordability is a concern for our members," says insurer.31 Oct 05:17 AM
New ZealandDr Google patients can needle GPsRise in misinformed patients demanding treatments that don't work has GPs worried.22 Apr 05:00 PM
EmploymentCould this app lower your workplace stress?Volunteers sought to test if app can help reduce workers' stress.25 Jul 03:21 AM
EmploymentWellness in the workplaceSouthern Cross programme delivers fewer absences and lower staff turnover.30 Mar 05:00 PM
LifestyleCats turn their noses up at agility courseMost sat and stared blankly at the obstacles or hid in the cat tunnel.26 Mar 07:30 PM
New ZealandTop insurer giving free access to new cancer screeningNew Zealand's largest private health insurer is reassuring members will get access to the latest breast cancer screening technology at no extra cost.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFat tax a turn-off for fast foodTax would lead 14 per cent to quit, survey finds31 Oct 11:27 PM
New ZealandLeftovers dangerous for pet health: InsurerPet owners are being reminded that sharing leftovers with their furry friends isn't always the best thing for their health.11 Oct 06:47 AM
BDBDBusinessSouthern Cross surplus jumps to $35mNon-profit health insurer Southern Cross Health Society saw its surplus increase sharply in the year ended June.14 Sep 08:40 PM
EconomyCrackdown for cheating doctorsDoctors and specialists have been scamming health insurer, Southern Cross, which has just announced new measures in an attempt to save millions.24 Nov 01:34 AM
BDBDCompaniesHeartland shares rise as Quadrant sells 9pc stakeShares of Heartland New Zealand rose after coming out of a trading halt as Quadrant Private Equity sells its 9 per cent stake in the bank.07 May 03:09 AM
BusinessBrian Gaynor: Southern Cross working on financial fitnessThe huge contrast between the largest Australian and New Zealand health insurance companies was clearly evident at the latter's annual meeting in Auckland on Thursday.05 Dec 04:00 PM
EmploymentKiwi firms want fit workersAn increasing number of Kiwi firms are trying to keep staff healthy by shouting breakfast or fruit, running exercise or weight loss challenges.24 Nov 04:00 PM
Economy$1m loss for Southern CrossNew Zealand's biggest medical and health insurer has posted a $1.1 million annual loss after a record $694.5 million in claims.14 Sep 05:00 PM
BusinessHealth insurance battle heats upThe battle for the health and medical insurance market is heating up, as newcomer nib New Zealand takes on the established Southern Cross Medical Care Society04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandHealth costs set to almost doublePeople may be paying more for their own medical care in future, as health costs are set to almost double in the next 50 years, a public health expert says.07 May 03:18 AM
EmploymentHealth insurer backs tax cutNew Zealand's largest health insurer is supporting a proposed tax change to make policy cover cheaper.11 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionRawiri Taonui: Paul Holmes, a cheeky Pakeha?It is a sad day when a great writer repeats the prejudices of the past. The latest offering from Paul Holmes regarding Waitangi Day 20 Feb 04:30 PM
