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Measles likely circulating in Wellington community
Source: Radio New Zealand The measles virus, the US CDC says measles is very contagious and can be serious, and anyone who is not protected against the virus is at...
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Baby Soul inquest: ‘I don’t know why I didn’t listen more’ – aunt
Source: Radio New Zealand Doctors found Soul’s skull was broken in two places. Supplied / Facebook The aunt of a Canterbury baby who died of catastrophic injuries wishes she had...
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BeOne Medicines Recognized as “Outstanding Global Oncology Company of the Year” at HKCT Business Awards 2026
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 May 2026 – BeOne Medicines (BeOne, Nasdaq: ONC; HKEX: 06160; SSE: 688235), a global oncology company, today announced...
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ONYX Hospitality Group Partners with LH Bank to Advance Development of “EQ Phuket”, a New Luxury Hotel in Phuket
Source: Media Outreach PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 May 2026 – ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company in the Asia-Pacific region specialising in hotels, resorts,...
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Humansa and HSBC Group Forge Pioneering Partnership to Make “Longevity as an Asset” a New Standard for Asia’s Wealthy
Source: Media Outreach Partnership pairs international leading longevity institution with HSBC’ to build the region’s first integrated “health and wealth” ecosystem for high‑net‑worth families. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach...
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Wiseland Eyecare Integrates Optical Coherence Tomography to Support More Detailed Eye Health Assessment
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 May 2026 – Wiseland Eyecare has introduced Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) into its clinical eye health assessment process, strengthening its...
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Keeping Waitākere Hospital flowing this winter
Source: New Zealand Government A new transitional lounge opens today at Waitākere Hospital, helping patients leave hospital sooner when they are medically ready and freeing up beds for those needing...
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Health – Culture of fear at understaffed, dilapidated Hillmorton Hospital
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation A new survey of 186 nurses and care staff at Christchurch’s Hillmorton Hospital has revealed a disturbing picture of overworked staff too scared to speak out...
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Combining forces on illicit tobacco
Source: New Zealand Government Customs, Police, Health New Zealand, and the Ministry of Health have joined forces to better target and dismantle the illegal tobacco trade, Customs Minister Casey Costello...
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What exactly is the hantavirus outbreak and how worried should we be?
Source: Radio New Zealand A passenger from the Dutch flagged hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius waves aboard a military bus after being transferred by boat to the industrial port of...
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Pacific Edge aims to raise up to $24 million more after loss of US insurer
Source: Radio New Zealand Pacific Edge’s revenue dropped to $11.5 million from $21.8 million the year earlier, reflecting the Medicare cut. Supplied / Pacific Edge Cancer diagnostics company Pacific Edge...
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West Auckland foodbank demand at highest ever levels
Source: Radio New Zealand A West Auckland foodbank is giving out more than 200 food parcels a month. File picture. RNZ / Simon Rogers A West Auckland foodbank says demand...
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Research – Shock survey result – one in four public service workers thinking of leaving NZ – PSA
Source: PSA Govt attacks on workers taking toll Key findings from PSA survey: – 27% of public service workers are thinking of leaving NZ for better pay – Nearly half (49%) of workers...
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Christchurch Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to be expanded
Source: Radio New Zealand When Rebecca Fitzgerald’s twin boys were born three months premature she endured a heart-breaking separation from her tiny babies. Her son Louie needed treatment at Christchurch...
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Letter reveals ex-Police Commissioner’s concerns over investigation into McSkimming
Source: Radio New Zealand Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster. RNZ / REECE BAKER Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster told the chair of the police watchdog that a woman who was...
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NZers on cruise with hantavirus outbreak could face quarantine on return
Source: Radio New Zealand The cruise ship MV Hondius is due to dock in the Canary Islands after a hantavirus outbreak. AFP Anyone returning to New Zealand from the cruise...
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Cancer treatment closer to home for West Aucklanders
Source: New Zealand Government West Aucklanders receiving cancer treatment will soon be able to receive care closer to home, with a new community-based infusion service opening in Henderson on Monday,...
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Palmerston North MP calls for fix to shortage of gastroenterology specialists at its hospital
Source: Radio New Zealand Labour MP Tangi Utikere wrote this week to health minister Simeon Brown outlining his concerns about the situation. RNZ Palmerston North MP calls for immediate response...
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New engine room now powering up Auckland City Hospital
Source: New Zealand Government Auckland City Hospital is now being powered by its new Central Plant Complex, the ‘beating heart of the hospital’, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This is...
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Two arrested, charged with assault of Papakura security guard
Source: Radio New Zealand Police also referred two other young people to Youth Aid over the incident. RNZ Police have arrested two suspects after an alleged assault on a Papakura...
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Police presence boosted, as drunken teens trouble Nelson after charity closure
Source: Radio New Zealand Youth and alcohol have proved a volatile mix in Nelson. RNZ / Angus Dreaver Police say alcohol is fuelling a rise in bad behaviour by rowdy...
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Inquest hears mother, partner likely suspects in baby Soul Mathew Turany’s death
Source: Radio New Zealand Soul Mathew Turany was 16 weeks old, when he suffered a fatal assault. Supplied / Facebook Warning: This story discusses graphic details of violence towards children....
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Police redesign restraint chair after death of prisoner Jaye Taueli from brain bleed
Source: Radio New Zealand Lawyer Anson Grant is assisting the coroner in the Jaye Taueli case. RNZ/Lucy Xia This story contains sensitive details that may be distressing to read A...
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Report highlights increase, repercussions of health sector assaults
Source: Radio New Zealand Data shows attacks more than double in some regions between 2022-25. 123rf A nurse who was stabbed, burned and held captive by a patient in respite...
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Teens charged over security guard assault
Source: New Zealand Police Police have made two arrests over an alleged serious assault on a supermarket security guard late last month. An investigation commenced after two offenders fled from...
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Needle exchange service to strengthen prevention
Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today attended the official opening of the South Island Needle Exchange Programme, marking an important step in strengthening early intervention and...
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West Papua – Police reportedly shot seven students during civil unrest following graduation parade in Kobakma, Mamberamo Tengah Regency
Source: Catherine Delahunty, for Human Rights Monitor. Region: Asia Pacific, West Papua. 6 May 2026 – On 5 May 2026, police officers opened fire at protesters and injured at least seven...