Firefighter training facility shut down over structural safety fears, carcinogenic smoke risk
The provisional improvement notice, or PIN, in force at Rotorua states that Fire and Emergency “is knowingly exposing…
Cyclone outlook: Northern New Zealand faces elevated risk this season
“Once over this threshold, the rate at which tropical cyclones can intensify generally increases with higher ocean temperatures,”…
Health NZ says measles outbreak far from over as vaccination drive ramps up
Health New Zealand national director Dr Nick Chamberlain said it was not unexpected to go a few days…
I Left My 15-Year Career for Startups. the Risk Was Worth It.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Robert E. Williams, a 40-year-old VC board director and…
Palmerston North school closed due to asbestos risk from tavern fire
Ruawai said specialist testing may be required to determine whether any asbestos debris or ash has settled on…
Measles outbreak grows to 13 cases as Health NZ warns of high risk
The other case is also in Auckland and currently has no links to any other cases. Chamberlain said…
Keep out: Hawke’s Bay walkers and cyclists ignoring construction site warnings
“But we can only do that safely and efficiently if people stay out of the restricted area. “Every…
Thai cave rescuer Richard Harris explores risk-taking in the film Deeper
When retired anaesthetist Richard ‘Harry’ Harris used his medical training to help rescue 12 young football players and…
BOJ warns Japan banks on lending risk for buyout firms as real estate prices soar
Finance Stock market showing signs of overheating, central bank says The Bank of Japan released its twice-yearly Financial System…
Five Big Things That Happened Today: Wednesday, October 22
State of emergency declared for Canterbury, memoir by Prince Andrew’s accuser released, and are magnesium supplements just marketing…
Health NZ warns of rising measles risk after new cases in Manawatū and Nelson
National Public Health Service (NPHS) public health medicine specialist Dr Sharon Sime said there is the potential for…
Madagascar ragwort spreading fast in Northland, farmers call for national action
The farmers warn that while Mad Rag is currently contained to Northland, it is only a matter of…