Kaitāia Hospital to get first CT scanner in $5.5m investment
“In many situations, time is critical. Being able to scan patients locally will mean better outcomes for people…
‘To play God’: Cuba’s healthcare system collapses under US pressure | Donald Trump News
A spike in mortality The tightening restrictions have forced the Cuban government to effectively ration care. In February,…
New Zealand Army recruit training not in a position to meet demand effectively, Government paper says
Asked if that was a risk, Penk said it was a “risk that always exists if you don’t…
$3.6b Northland expressway deal signed in biggest-ever PPP
The expressway will extend the Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway, which was also completed as a public-private partnership (PPP).…
New Ministry of Regulation report recommends legalising plug-in solar
“Households must notify their network operator if using plug-in solar, but there is not a full approval process…
Rotorua Lakes Council backs own unitary authority as part of Bay of Plenty proposal
Rotorua initially explored a three-way proposal with Taupō and South Waikato. Those plans fell apart after Taupō District…
NZ Super recipients seek more hardship support amid costs
Retirement Commissioner David Boyle said the increase was “a signal worth paying attention to” because Temporary Additional Support…
Covid inquiry response: Government sets new transparency requirements over key advice
The Royal Commission of Inquiry Phase One report, ordered by the previous Government and released in November 2024,…
Government says sick 18- and 19-year-olds should be supported by parents, not JobSeeker benefit
“It will worsen their health conditions and put people at risk.” Minister of Social Development and Employment Louise…
ACC chief executive Megan Main defends her record as turnaround shows hits and misses
The last decade at ACC has been largely marked by decline, and the agency is in the midst…
First offshore petroleum permit granted after ban repeal
Under the permit, EnZed Energy would undertake a staged exploration programme, beginning with a study of existing seismic…
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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