Health
Back-office health workers to join major strike action
The union says critical IT workers and policy and business support staff are among them.
The Panel Plus
An extra half hour of The Panel with Mark Leishman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: you've heard of aerobics, but there's a new exercise in town: Quadrobics is the name… Audio
Te Whatu Ora cutting alcohol harm reduction staff and campaigns, union says
The agency confirmed a 'change process' was underway, as 65 organisations signed a letter urging the government to shut the alcohol industry out of policy decisions. Audio
The latest update on a diet that's good for you, and the planet
Most New Zealand adults consume more protein than the recommended amount.
Fewer smokers worldwide, but e-cigarettes fuel new addictions
New Zealand needed to intensify efforts to reduce smoking prevalence, say health experts. Audio
Boil water notice lifted for parts of Hamilton
The Rototuna Reservoir tested positive for ecoli at the weekend, affecting about 30,000 residents and closing schools and businesses.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 7th October 2025
In today's episode, Green Party co-leader Chloe Swarbrick discusses the alleged incident which took place at Winston Peters' house on Monday night; There has been a decrease in smokers globally, but… Audio
Nobel Prize for discovery that could revolutionise cancer treatment
The prize in physiology or medicine has been awarded to a trio of scientists - two of them American and one Japanese.
Fewer workers reporting excellent health, doctors' union report says
A new report says the health of New Zealanders is declining, and it is coming at a hefty cost. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 7 October 2025
In today's episode, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has described protesters outside his Auckland home as 'truly gutless' after one smashed a window, which left glass on his dog; The government has… Audio
Government launches new scheme in boost for mental health
The New Top Up Community Grants will see $250,000 per annum made available for distribution over the next two years.
Ex-England captain diagnosed with motor neurone disease
Lewis Moody was capped 71 times by England before retiring from rugby in 2012.
New measles cases reported in Northland and Queenstown
There are currently 11 cases of measles nationally, with a new case in Northland over the weekend, and an unrelated case in Queenstown. Kerikeri High School principal Mike Clent spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
More than just ChatGPT: The surprising ways AI is being used in Aotearoa
From modelling measles outbreaks to keeping track of Wellington's exploding kākā population, researchers are calling on AI to assist them with a vast array of projects.
Health of working age NZers declining: Report
The health of working age New Zealanders is declining and it's coming at a cost, according to a report produced for the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists. The report's author, economist… Audio
Prison nurses latest group to vote to strike
About 400 Nurses' Organisation members will take part in the 16-hour strike.
NZers with type two diabetes having amputations in record numbers
The number of lower limb amputations has jumped more than 50 percent in less than a decade. Audio
Waikato water contamination: Schools stay closed for start of term
Waikato schools may need to implement a "distance learning programme" if they can not reopen soon. Audio
The Panel with Sarah Perriam-Lampp and Andie McCombs Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sarah Perrim-Lamp and Andie McCombs. First up, the government has reiterated plans to test 18 and 19 year old's benefits against their… Audio
Diabetes related lower limb amputations jump more than 50%
The number of diabetes related lower limb amputations has jumped more than 50% in less than a decade, But experts believe the loss of limbs is avoidable with the right resources. Type two diabetes can… Audio
