Emergency room waits for mental health care are still too long
As of 2024, there were fewer mental health patients stuck waiting in hospital emergency departments than in 2022.…
Sandringham Domino’s Pizza staff threatened with machete in late-night robbery
No one at the restaurant suffered any physical injuries. “Police were contacted a short time later and a…
Police seek witnesses after serious brawl at Hastings’ Common Room bar
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Florida hospital sues former patient who refuses to leave room for five months despite discharge
A writer for the healthcare outlet, Health Exec, speculated the detail about “identification” likely meant the woman lacked…
Things to do in Auckland this weekend: Pasifika, boat fest, Kumeu Show
Where: Cornwall Park, Auckland. See cornwallpark.co.nz/farmweek for the full schedule and bookings (some events are ticketed). 2) Two…
Fire crews race to Auckland Ferry Terminal after reports of smoke in ferry engine room
The shift manager said the cause of the smoke was a high-pressure diesel line leak. “The leaking diesel…
Iran crisis and Trump’s tariffs leave little room for NZ to breathe – Fran O’Sullivan
For instance, a January poll from The Economist and the analytics firm YouGov found that 57% of US…
Michelangelo’s works hidden in ‘secret room’ to protect them for posterity, researcher says
Salerno was researching a book on Michelangelo when she came across a document that showed the artist had…
Nelson trial: Mother allegedly upset when told of ‘round-the-clock’ observer in hospital room
The allegations arose from medical interventions required for the child’s assisted feeding, and treatment for complex intestinal failure.…
Israeli producer of ‘Tehran’ TV spy series Dana Eden found dead in Athens
The firm said rumours suggesting her death was the result of a criminal act or connected to her…
Cobb & Co under fire over Dunedin birthday booking and private room dispute
She said the dispute left the woman whose birthday it was in tears. A Cobb & Co spokesperson…
Mum calls for mandatory safety regulations for blind cords after toddler’s death
Between 2009 and 2019, six children in New Zealand died after being strangled by the cord of a…