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Cut in colonoscopies after Covid funding ran out

Despite multiple assessments Mrs A's cancer went undiagnosed for months. Photo: Getty Images

Cut in colonoscopies after Covid funding ran out

The reduction in the number of colonoscopies outsourced to the private sector last year was due to a temporary "surge" the year before - paid for by leftover Covid funding, Health NZ says.

Firefighter who died remembered for his 'optimism'

Carl Whiten with wife Beth and children Phoebe and Zac. Photo: Supplied

Firefighter who died in brain cancer battle had 'ridiculous optimism'

The Christchurch firefighting community is mourning the loss of a 31-year-old fireman who has left behind a young family.

Treaty Principles Bill voted down

The Treaty Principles Bill looks set to be killed in its second reading in Parliament.

Dangerous Kmart coffee cups recalled

The cups come in three colours. Image: Product NZ

Dangerous Kmart coffee cups recalled

Product Safety NZ has recalled a Kmart coffee cup, saying it poses the risk of serious injury.

One injured in campervan crash

One injured in campervan crash

At least one person has been injured after a crash involving a campervan and car in the Mackenzie District.

MP tightlipped over links to secretive sect

National politician and Ilam MP Hamish Campbell says he has "no personal knowledge of the...

MP tightlipped over links to secretive sect

A Christchurch National Party MP who is part of a secretive sect being probed for historical child sexual abuse says he had a happy upbringing in the group and regards his beliefs as a private matter.

Lyttelton to Wellington ferry service touted

Two new rail-enabled Interislander ferries are due to be delivered in 2029. File photo: RNZ

Lyttelton to Wellington ferry service touted

A Canterbury mayor is calling for a ferry service to run from Lyttelton to Wellington to help improve the resilience of the region’s transport network.

Peters won't talk to Green MP directly

NZ First leader Winston Peters. Photo: Getty Images

Peters won't talk to Green MP directly

Winston Peters is refusing to give up the fight after asking questions about Green MP Benjamin Doyle, who in turn is refusing to "be disappeared by hate".

Prolific shoplifter locked up after $25,000 spree

The upmarket David Jones store in Newmarket was hit three times. Photo / Brett Phibbs

Prolific shoplifter locked up after $25,000 spree

A woman considered to be one of New Zealand’s worst “serial and prolific” shoplifters took nearly $8500 worth of clothes from Auckland’s David Jones store in a single day.

Police to target 'lawless' homeless people

About 120 people turned up to the invite-only forum on New Plymouth's rough sleepers issue.&nbsp...

Police to target 'lawless' homeless people

New Plymouth's mayor has told local businesses the police will be taking more action against groups of homeless people causing trouble in the central city.

Cromwell misses out on Supercars

V8 Supercars driver Shane van Gisbergen pictured in action this year, will be part of a road show...

Cromwell misses out on Supercars

Christchurch may have won the race to become New Zealand's second Supercars venue after Ruapuna park reportedly signed a multi-year agreement to host the event.

Green MP Doyle responds to scrutiny

Green MP Benjamin Doyle. Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone

Green MP Doyle responds to scrutiny

Green MP Benjamin Doyle has broken their silence for the first time since coming under intense scrutiny for their social media history.

Calls for more to be done after mass death of eels

Photo: Supplied / Department on Conservation via RNZ

Calls for more to be done after mass death of eels

The Department of Conservation is calling for more to be done to prevent the mass death of thousands of migrating eels at Te Waihora Lake Ellesmere.

Comanchero leader arrested over major drug bust

Comanchero leader arrested over major drug bust

Police say the last member of the Comanchero gang leadership group not facing charges, has now been arrested after two major drug busts.

Family hugs jailed man goodbye in courtroom

Family hugs jailed man goodbye in courtroom

A man’s family cried as they hugged and said their goodbyes in a courtroom, before he was taken away to begin a five-year jail sentence for sexually violating a child.

Lotto 2471

Lotto 2471

Results from last night's Lotto draw

AI exam-marking on way for year 10 writing tests

The Qualifications Authority says it is pushing ahead with the use of AI for exam-marking, while raising doubts about its misuse by school students.

Over $9m worth of drugs seized at border

More than 23kgs of drugs found in unaccompanied bag. Photo: Suppled/NZ Customs via RNZ

Over $9m worth of drugs seized at border

Customs have seized a total of 25kgs of illicit drugs with a street value of just over $9 million in two separate smuggling attempts.

Restaurant owner fined $20k for selling recalled food

Restaurant owner fined $20k for selling recalled food

A Christchurch restaurant owner has been sentenced to home detention and fined $20,000 for selling food that was recalled due to unsafe levels of bacteria.

Wayne Brown admits using phone while driving

In this screenshot of the Transport, Resilience and Infrastructure Committee livestream, Auckland...

Wayne Brown admits using phone while driving

Police are investigating Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown for taking a video call on his phone while driving.

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