Gisborne residents' health challenge to climb local maunga 68 times

Deadly yellow-legged hornet arrives in NZ – here's how we can stop its spread

The discovery of yellow-legged hornet nests in Auckland is frightening, writes Victoria University ecology professor Phil Lester.

Lifeline to cut operations unless funding shortfall is plugged

Lifeline Aotearoa says it has had to stop services between midnight and 7am since March, and without sustainable funding, it cannot continue a full 24/7 service.

New weight loss drugs 'life changing' for youth with diabetes - paediatrician

While the drugs were currently not government-funded, they would be "life-changing" for those with diabetes, says Starship Children's Hospital paediatric endocrinologist.

'Support must be there': Govt boost for mental health crisis response

The $61.6 million funding boost over four years was designed to ensure faster access to care and more options for people in distress.