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Alarm over puberty blocker public consultation

The ministry sent emails yesterday stating a deadline for claims submission before Christmas, but...

Alarm over puberty blocker public consultation

Leading transgender health professionals are alarmed the government is directing the Ministry of Health to consult the public over gender affirming healthcare.

'We could lose someone', doctor warned HPSNZ

'We could lose someone', doctor warned HPSNZ

The head of High Performance Sport NZ was warned in 2018 of concerns "we would have an athlete that would kill themselves" if the environment in Cycling NZ was not fixed.

Methanol poisoning: What to look out for

Methanol poisoning: What to look out for

Poor alcohol production or cost-cutting bootlegging can lead to methanol poisoning in many places, a toxicologist told RNZ after several possible fatalities in Laos.

PM stands by Stanford after 'stupid bitch' comment

National's Erica Stanford (left) and Labour's Jan Tinetti. Photo: RNZ

PM stands by Stanford after 'stupid bitch' comment

The Prime Minister is standing by Erica Stanford after she called an opposition MP a "stupid bitch" in Parliament.

Low vaccination rates behind epidemic - expert

An illustration of Bacteria Bordetella pertussis which causes whooping cough. Photo: Getty Images

Low vaccination rates behind epidemic - expert

New Zealand's low vaccination rates are to blame for the danger posed by the whooping cough epidemic declared on Friday, an infectious disease expert says.

Political figure loses name suppression

The former political figure who has been convicted of sexual abuse, heading into court with his...

Political figure who abused teens loses name suppression

A former political figure who sexually abused two teenage boys nearly 30 years ago has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison.

Kiwi may be among victims of Laos methanol poisoning

Australian teenager Bianca Jones died in hospital in Thailand. Photo: Facebook

Kiwi may be among victims of Laos methanol poisoning

A New Zealander who is unwell may be a victim of methanol poisoning in Laos, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade says.

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Doubts over role in Scott Base overhaul

The proposed redevelopment of Scott Base in Antarctica. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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Doubts over role in Scott Base overhaul

Government officials have questioned whether a troubled $498million plan to redevelop Scott Base should be left in the hands of Antarctica New Zealand.

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Tension over medical school

David Seymour - "It’s important to take the time to get this right, given the significance for...

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Tension over medical school

A "confrontational" letter from Act New Zealand leader David Seymour questioning the merits of a third medical school has exposed division in the coalition government, a Dunedin MP says.

Victims welcome name suppression changes

The government has proposed a major shift in name suppression laws that would put a stop to secrecy around the identities of sex offenders.

ACT questions benefits of Waikato med school

Act New Zealand leader David Seymour. File photo

ACT questions benefits of Waikato med school

The ACT Party says it remains to be seen if the benefits of a new medical school at Waikato University stack up.

Excessive force used by police in fatal shooting: IPCA

Excessive force used by police in fatal shooting: IPCA

The Independent Police Conduct Authority has found an officer used excessive force during the fatal shooting of Kaoss Price.

Run-down houses appearing on the market

Property investor Steve Goodey says he's noticing a trend of houses houses in poor repair going...

Run-down houses appearing on the market

Property investor Steve Goodey says he's noticing a trend in properties for sale at the moment - many that have been lived in up until recently don't look as if they should have been.

Dame Jacinda Ardern to receive UN award

Dame Jacinda Ardern. Photo: Getty Images

Dame Jacinda Ardern to receive UN award

Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern is to be given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.

Youth from boot camp pilot re-offends five weeks later

Children's Minister Karen Chhour says the cuts would mean more money is spent on young people....

Youth from boot camp pilot re-offends five weeks later

One of the young men taking part in the government's boot camp pilot has been accused of reoffending, just five weeks after he re-entered the community.

Olivia Podmore inquest: Doctor sobs on stand

Olivia Podmore died in August 2021 in a suspected suicide. Photo: Dianne Manson / RNZ Composite

Olivia Podmore inquest: Doctor sobs on stand

An inquest into the suspected suicide of Olivia Podmore has heard she was burned out by exhaustion and presenting as having severe anxiety and depression three months before her death.

Commissioner open to discussing routine police arming

Commissioner open to discussing routine police arming

The new Police Commissioner says he is 'open' to discussing the routine arming of officers.

Kiwi climber falls to death in Australia

Well-known Christchurch lawyer Lee Lee Heah has died while climbing Mt Arapiles in Australia.

Govt proposes law change on name suppression for sex offenders

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. Photo: RNZ

Govt proposes law change on name suppression for sex offenders

The government is proposing a law change to stop courts permanently suppressing the names of convicted adult sex offenders, unless the victim agrees to it.

Gang member charged minutes after patch ban starts

Mob member charged minutes after patch ban began

A Mongrel Mob member has been summoned to appear in court for displaying a gang sign on the dashboard of his car overnight.

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