My word of the year, deja vu – Heather du Plessis-Allan
“They haven’t done that yet. They still employ 14,000 more public servants than John Key’s government did. They’ve…
Pharmacists pick up 1257 mistakes in prescriptions in a week
This came on top of long-standing concerns among pharmacists about system-wide clinical risk, he said. “That was a…
New World admits error after ‘meatless bone’ pack sold in Whangārei store
A Foodstuffs spokesperson told the Herald customers always expect the label to match what’s in the pack. “In…
Baby name consultant Taylor Humphrey charges up to $50k to help parents pick names
Like Nameberry, which regards itself as the world’s largest baby naming site, Humphrey is capitalising on a growing…
Discover Tekapo: A winter escape with skiing and stargazing
In winter, Tekapo offers a different kind of charm. The landscape empties of its crowds but the sights…
Woman left in pain after doctor overlooked ultrasound finding before her thyroid surgery
The doctor has since apologised, saying he would not wish the experience on anybody, and “deeply regrets this”.…
Government to ban card payment surcharges, businesses to pick up the tab
“That pesky note or sticker on the payment machine will become a thing of the past. “We’re banning…