Kia announces New Zealand prices, specs and availability for EV4 sedan

Really like the Kia EV3 small all-electric SUV, but wish it was a bit more sedan-y? Well, you are in luck, because Kia New Zealand has just launched the new EV4 ‘Fastback’ electric sedan, officially revealing pricing yesterday. The EV4 launches in...

Health Targets: Faster Gynaecology Care In Counties Manukau

Women in Counties Manukau are now receiving specialist gynaecology care much sooner, with long waits for a first specialist assessment significantly reduced over the past year, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “In June last year, more than 305...

Whanganui bodybuilders sweep national competition with two-time Mr New Zealand as their coach

“He was amazing, that kid. He’s got a huge future,” Lacy said. Jeremy Fernandez won the Classic Novice category. Devon Smith was second in Classic Bodybuilding and Open Bodybuilding. Jeff Maxim placed third in Bodybuilding and Classic...

Labour: Healthcare 'out of reach' for middle NZ

Labour MP and health spokesperson Dr Ayesha Verrall says healthcare has become “out of reach for even middle New Zealanders”. Verrall and Tauranga-based Labour MP Jan Tinetti held a public meeting about the health system at The Kollective in...

Sir Peter Jackson announces plans to build vet hospital in Wellington

Ethan Manera Wellington Reporter·NZ Herald· 3 Oct, 2025 03:12 AM2 mins to read Subscribe to listen Access to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe now ‌ Save Share Share this article Copy Link...

New Zealand Parent Boost Visitor Visa now open for applications

New Zealand has introduced the Parent Boost Visitor Visa, allowing eligible parents of citizens and residents to stay in the country for up to five years. The visa includes options for renewal, enabling a total stay of up to 10 years, and permits...

A beginner’s guide to padel: Rules, health benefits, and how it’s helping people find love and friendships

The first outdoor blue-turfed courts made a splash here last year, and now padel has three dedicated clubs in the North Island (Pacific Padel Albany, The Padel Club in Pāpāmoa, and Padel House in Wellington). There are also courts such as...

Jackson/Walsh announce plans for landmark veterinary hospital in Miramar

News from Winghut Group Sir Peter Jackson and Dame Fran Walsh today revealed designs for a landmark new development at Park Road, Miramar,.The project is being undertaken by WingNut PM, the property arm of their WingNut Group of businesses. The...

Labour warns ‘it’s getting harder to access healthcare’

“On top of that, there’s the wait. “If it’s urgent, and you can’t see your GP for three or four weeks, you have to go down to 2nd Avenue [Accident and HealthCare]. “So sometimes, instead of paying for groceries, they’ll go to urgent care because...

At-home medical abortion safe up to 12 weeks

Associate Professor Michelle Wise, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Auckland "This is an observational study from Scotland reviewing 5 years of referrals for early medication abortion up to 12 weeks, comparing women who...

New Zealand Closes Privacy Law Gap

New Zealand organisations must notify individuals when their personal information is collected indirectly under new privacy legislation that takes effect May 1, 2026. The Privacy Amendment Act introduces Information Privacy Principle 3A, requiring...

Gaza flotilla supporters protest outside Peters' Auckland home

Protesters gathered outside Foreign Minister Winston Peters' home in Auckland in support of those on board the Global Sumud Flotilla. Several New Zealanders were on board ships taking part in the flotilla, some of who were detained by Israel when...

Auckland’s pink glow-up for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Civic is one of the well-known Auckland landmarks set to glow pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. Photos supplied Auckland is set to turn pink this October, sending a message of support and hope during Breast Cancer Awareness...

Gaza flotilla supporters gather outside Winston Peters’ Auckland home to protest

Messages had been written on the footpath in chalk, including the names of some of the New Zealanders on the flotilla. Police officers could also be seen. Peters’ office declined to comment. Adi Leason, whose son Sam was among those detained, told...

Failed health IT company Exsurgo owes creditors $6.47m

The receivers are applying for High Court direction on distributing the proceeds of selling the company’s assets. Exusrgo had developed a neurofeedback device to treat chronic pain. New Zealand health IT company Exsurgo owes creditors $6.47...

Gaza flotilla supporters gathered outside Winston Peters' Auckland home to protest

Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Protesters gathered outside Foreign Minister Winston Peters' home in Auckland in support of those on board the Global Sumud Flotilla. Several New Zealanders were on board ships taking part in the flotilla, some of who...

Should New Zealand ban deals on junk food?

England's ban list also includes less obvious junk foods, such as breakfast cereals and flavoured yoghurts. Photo: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly A nutrition expert says New Zealand should follow England and introduce a ban on deals for junk food....

The Experiment Company’s Quest to Protect Global Health from Antimicrobial Resistance

When honey experts Sri Govindaraju and Sunil Pinnamaneni cofounded The Experiment Company in late 2019, their sights were set on elevating the profile of kānuka honey. Little did they know they would be pivoting to provide a solution for one of...

October strike grows, with mental health workers joining

PSA National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimons at a strike last year. Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver Mental health workers are the latest group to vote to strike on 23 October, the same day as previously announced strike action by primary school teachers,...

New Zealanders ‘kidnapped’: Everything we know about the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to reach Gaza

Israeli forces have intercepted the flotilla 120km off the coast of Gaza and detained several participants, including at least two New Zealanders. 11.50am: This post has been updated with comment from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade...