Jessica Stewart has always been drawn to helping people, but this year has taken on a role that takes it to the next level. Stewart is now one of three... Read More

The budget for Rotorua's new mental health inpatient facility has increased by $17 million, with the completion of the project further delayed. The new... Read More

With summer here and the holiday break now on our doorstep, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is reminding New Zealanders to be aware of the healthcare options... Read More

Paige Suisted has less than 18 months to live, but no one would be able to tell from her smile and energy. The 26-year-old Hamilton resident was diagnosed... Read More

New Zealand's most vulnerable populations have been given a lifeline with funding approved for medicine that can prevent serious illness and save lives. Pharmac... Read More

Fluoride-free water could be available for Tauranga residents willing to travel outside the city to access it. The Tauranga City Council has had conversations... Read More

Whether it's a $10 budget sunscreen or $50 high-end lotion, knowing which offers the best protection can be tricky with all the words and labels, but a Consumer... Read More

A local expert fears that Tauranga's most at-risk families will suffer from the closure of Parents Centre Aotearoa Trust creating uncertainty around the future... Read More

A thrilling new race format has come to Tauranga for locals to try out and see how long they can last. Held at McLaren Falls Park on December 14, Rockys Backyard... Read More

A breast cancer drug - which keeps the disease stable for up to four times longer than the previous treatment - will be publicly funded from next month, along... Read More

A witness has described the 'heartbreaking” scene after a person died at a popular Western Bay of Plenty swimming hole on Wednesday. Te Puna woman Jody... Read More

With an exceptionally hot summer on the cards, concerns have been raised about a new sunbathing trend. Cancer Society prevention policy lead Emma Shields... Read More