Pharmacy error found by HDC: Endometriosis patient given antidepressant, left seriously ill
Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner Dr Vanessa Caldwell found the dispensing error was a ‘significant incident’ because of…
Long Bay closed to cars as people on North Shore flock to the beach amid soaring temperatures
“Be patient where vehicle access to beach and parks will be busy,” said a council spokesperson. “Long Bay…
Harness racing: Relief as driver Nathan Williamson’s condition improves after shocking race fall
“We were able to have a brief conversation with him this morning and that was such a relief,”…
Farmers have felt the impact of the US Government’s tariff policies
Farmers are a reliable base of support for Trump: US counties that most heavily rely on farming supported…
Maternity swab left inside woman after birth; HDC ‘highly critical’ of Health NZ mistake
Six weeks later, it was found by the GP, who removed what smelled “like a dead body”. Findings…
Why financial relief never came for New Zealanders in 2025 – The Prosperity Project podcast
Verry told The Prosperity Project that the key differentiator often isn’t income – it’s debt levels. He recalls…
AI is writing performance reviews. What could go wrong?
“I’d feel pretty bad if an AI just wholesale read everything that I wrote, looked at everything I…
Mum’s double lung transplant a lifesaving gift from a stranger
When NZME visited Carruthers at her home in Halcombe, Manawatū, in February, her rare lung condition had deteriorated…
Fraud and double-dipping as KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals spike
“I think it’s concerning because behind every application is a person, a New Zealand family who’s struggling to…
Relief teacher Graham Reinheimer censured after students record him bragging about sexual endeavors
“It was a long time ago. The woman I’m with at the moment, I mean, I quite like…
The Luxon family gets rates relief after challenging luxury Waiheke property valuation
Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island. Residents have received a fast revaluation service from the council relative to other…
Forget interest rates, here’s the real key to getting mortgage-free faster
In fact, over 30 years at an average interest rate of 6% you can end up paying double…