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Resthomes are considering buying their own testing kits, because the Ministry of Health has refused to test new admissions.

Yesterday a third death at Rosewood rest home in Christchurch was… Audio

Rest homes are now looking at buying their own Covid-19 testing kits after the Ministry of Health refused to test new admissions.

Infections have now spread to four rest homes - one in Auckland, one… Audio

Going into lockdown with a violent partner is possibly the worst thing imaginable. Women's Refuge chief executive, Ang Jury is hoping to reach those who can't speak out. Audio

The second full week of the new normal is almost over most New Zealanders are holed up at home, and relying on essential workers to keep the country running.

But not everyone can afford big trips to… Audio

Educators say the nationwide move towards distance learning for students from next week will highlight the inequity among children in New Zealand like never before.

As schools prepare for the start… Audio

A dementia care facility in Christchurch has been identified as one of 12 key clusters of Covid-19 cases, and it has prompted a scramble for experienced aged care staff.

Sixteen residents and staff… Audio

A group of 20 elderly residents being moved from their Christchurch rest home are currently considered New Zealand's most vulnerable. 

The group from Rosewood Rest Home's dementia unit are being… Video, Audio

The first full working week of the new normal is almost over, most New Zealanders are holed up at home, and relying on essential workers to keep the country running.

So how's that going?

Chris… Audio

A pregnant nurse is angry and upset that the DHB she works for is refusing to give her special leave during the Covid-19 lockdown.

The woman says her midwife has advised her to isolate herself… Audio

People with empty cupboards and the newly unemployed are desperately seeking financial support from the government but many are struggling to get through.

Work and Income is fielding an unprecedented… Audio

Home support workers are relieved they're in line to get essential protective equipment when visiting clients.

The government has announced District Health Boards will be distributing stocks to front… Audio

A Natural Year follows Wendyl Nissen's tranquil life in the Hokianga countryside over a twelve month period. She joins the show to discuss her new book and how the move to self-isolation in the… Audio

Elderly and disabled people are being left without support because the lockdown has thrown the caregiver system into turmoil.

They include people with dementia and diabetes who need help dressing and… Audio

Fourteen dementia residents in isolation in a Napier rest home will learn today if they have Covid-19.The residents and some staff were tested after being linked to a visiting cruise ship with 133… Audio