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Sepsis caused by cut on head by barber's clippers

Warning: Graphic content A small cut to the back of the head from a barber's clippers developed into a dangerous sepsis infection and a near-leg amputation... Read More

Savings tips: Pet ownership on a budget

With the cost-of-living crisis biting, the comfort provided by companion animals such as dogs and cats are needed more than ever. But as every responsible... Read More

Business as usual for cash rate and housing market

Reserve Bank of New Zealand decision to leave the official cash rate unchanged at 5.5 per cent was no surprise, given the incoming flow of economic data released... Read More

Live weather updates: More torrential rain to come

More heavy rain and strong winds are being forecast for New Zealand today. The West Coast is set to get the worst of the torrential rain that has been drenching... Read More

Scam alert: Phone scammers posing as officers

Be aware, pesky phone scammers' latest move may be posing as police officers seeking your financial details. New Zealand Police are aware of reports emerging... Read More

Firearms survey to test public confidence

The Firearms Safety Authority is undertaking its second survey with the public and firearms licence holders to measure public confidence in the firearms licensing... Read More

Pigs roaming Tauranga’s Johnson Reserve rehomed

A two-week 'porker invasion” by a family of pigs that spooked park picnickers and entered backyards in Tauranga has come to an end. Authorities have... Read More

Seven Health NZ roles in BOP made redundant

Almost $400,000 has been paid out to seven Te Whatu Ora Health NZ employees whose roles were made redundant due to the health reform. It comes as the Ministry... Read More

Residential recovery sluggish in first quarter

Residential property values have continued to gently rise and fall throughout the first quarter of 2024, amidst a glut of listings and an ongoing dearth of sales... Read More

Prime Minister launches Government Targets

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced further steps to get New Zealand back on track, launching nine ambitious Government Targets to help improve the... Read More

Grass fire danger as dry conditions persist

With elevated fire danger levels predicted in certain regions until the end of April, researchers at Scion are calling for greater public awareness about the... Read More

10 years of Good Neighbour

Helping out with community needs is what the not-for-profit organisation ‘Good Neighbour' is all about, from food rescue, teaching life skills to young... Read More