Health

Kiwis urged to rethink food waste

Kiwis are being encouraged to rethink their food habits this May as New Zealand launches its first-ever Food Appreciation Month to fight food waste. Food... Read More

MyMarathon returns to get hearts racing

Kiwis are tying their laces for a cause as MyMarathon returns, offering a flexible, fun way to fight heart disease—one kilometre at a time. Thousands... Read More

Join a walk for Parkinson’s

For David Monk, his Parkinson's diagnosis only came after an acquaintance remarked on his unusual gait. 'She noticed my foot was dragging slightly as I walked... Read More

'Near death': A woman's path to hope and happiness

Warning: This article discusses suicide, depression and mental health issues. Former Bay of Plenty teacher Lynda Hills is speaking about her mental health... Read More

Double-milestone for rescue helicopter charity

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? It's a new rescue helicopter! The bright red five-blade Airbus H145 D3 replaced the old BK117 and took to the skies above... Read More

Marking a special milestone for Polyfest

When asked what makes the ASB Polyfest so special, event director Seiuli Terri Leo-Mauu doesn't hesitate. 'It's the generations of people who have come through... Read More

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative adopted

In time for World Autism Awareness Day, Tauranga City Council is proud to announce that our five Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga City Libraries and Baycourt Community... Read More

Autism no barrier for Todd to pursue his dreams

Autism NZ estimates 1% to 2% (93,000) of Kiwis have autism. For Autism Acceptance Month, Waikato Herald reporter Malisha Kumar spoke to Waihī resident... Read More

Woman recovering after $550,000 brain surgery

A Rotorua woman who went to the US for brain surgery says the $550,000 operation went 'as well as it could” with 95% of her tumour being removed. Amelia... Read More

15-minute consults causing more delays, say GPs

Patients will continue to face long wait times unless the government looks at changing the 15-minute consult, some GPs say. The government recently announced... Read More

Three dogs euthanised after fatal attack on child

The three dogs seized after a fatal attack on a 4-year-old boy have been euthanised, a council says. It comes as the family of victim Timothy Tu'uaki Rolleston-Bryan... Read More

New sensory space for Tauranga’s community

A new sensory space will open in Tauranga's city centre in 2026 as part of the ongoing development of the Library and Community Hub at Te Manawataki o Te Papa... Read More