Ministry apologises after beneficiary told food ‘not an essential need’
A muck-up at the Ministry of Social Development’s administrative end saw a student-aged beneficiary told food-related payments weren’t…
All that glitters: New Zealand’s luxury market ready to shine in 2026
Auckland’s Queen St is home to Partridge’s, Tiffany & Co, Prada, Dior, Louis Vuitton, BVLGARI, Gucci and Swarovski.…
Hotel shortage sees Whangārei miss out on $5m hockey tournament
But the Vantage Black Sticks Tri-Series was now being split between the North and South Islands, with the…
AI in New Zealand: Kiwis remain more wary than other countries
A Younity survey of New Zealand tech workers found 64% are concerned AI will impact their job security…
Job seekers face new weekly reporting and training rules from today
Upston said reporting job search activities would increase accountability for beneficiaries who are meant to be looking for…
Common opioid is not that effective for easing chronic pain, study finds
Tramadol, a potent synthetic opioid, has been widely used to treat moderate to severe pain, but a new…
Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks
Dr. Mark Harper recalls his first cold-water swim in the south of England 20 years ago. It was…
Prime Minister Luxon defends $65k parental income cap in youth benefit crackdown
“But we know it’s quite low, but the reality is it puts the pressure back on parents to…
Government brings in $1000 bonus to keep teens off the dole, speeds up benefit cut plans
“Going on welfare when you’re young is a trap, with recent modelling suggesting that people under the age…
University of Canterbury students develop artificial heart that could transform heart failure treatment options
An artificial heart acts as a mechanical pump that’s implanted in the chest to replace the heart’s lower…
Central Hawke’s Bay job seekers struggle as benefit numbers hit 12‑year high
With a warm smile and a welcoming hug, Thompson radiates positivity. It’s this optimism that was helping get…