Weight loss drugs in New Zealand: Benefits and risks of GLP-1s explained
All medicines have side effects, says Professor Rhiannon Braund, head of the University of Waikato’s school of pharmacy…
Longest-running planning app over a decade old
Monday, 8 December 2025 09:55 The Island’s longest-running planning application that’s still awaiting a decision is more than…
Liverpool Ferry Terminal wins UK architecture award
Friday, 28 November 2025 17:55 The Island’s Ferry Terminal in Liverpool has won a UK architecture award. Judges…
No More Scribbles! SLMC Demands Clear Prescriptions
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) has issued a strong reminder to all medical practitioners…
Kiwi earning $34k more in Australia says New Zealand’s economic woes sad to watch
The communications professional said she has no plans to move back to New Zealand in the near future,…
Commerce Commission investigates creatine supplement maker Push Gummies after 34 complaints
Brittany Allan, co-founder of Push Gummies, said the business was planning to relaunch in the coming weeks. In…
What it’s like to live with schizophrenia
Movies and TV shows often portray schizophrenia as having a split personality, but having multiple identities is not…
Northland leisure marching team all about fun, fitness and friendship
“Thirty of the teams marched through the morning. The balance finishing after a half hour lunch break, during…
Public urged not to approach baby seals after terrified mother flees
Thursday, 9 October 2025 11:30 A wildlife charity has warned the public not to approach baby seals following…
Superstar jockey’s 15,000km trip for a few minutes of work
He is now rated the best sprinter in the world and motivated the all-powerful Hong Kong Jockey Club…
Weight-loss medications in NZ: What we’re missing out on, according to a dietitian and a nutritionist
Henderson says that while New Zealand doesn’t yet have strong data on just how popular they’ve become here,…
Japan consumers spent more on movies, dining during summer’s heat
Economy Even as belts stay tight on basics, data shows everyone loves a little treat Japan’s economy keeps…