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Liam Lawson to give Kiwi fans a thrill ride
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand F1 driver Liam Lawson. Javier Jimenez / PHOTOSPORT New Zealand motorsport fans have a chance to sit alongside Formula 1 star Liam Lawson on...
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How a violent, possessive stalker became a killer: The story of Nathan Boulter
Source: Radio New Zealand Nathan Boulter appearing in court in 2011. NZPA / David Rowland Thirteen years after being sentenced to kidnapping his ex-partner, holding her hostage for 38 hours...
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Significant changes proposed to ease congestion near Auckland Hospital
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland Transport has proposed significant changes to one of the city’s most important roads. Park Road runs alongside Auckland Hospital and the Domain and is a...
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Union movement stands with public sector workers
Source: NZCTU Affiliate unions of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kamahi have passed a motion of solidarity with public sector workers who are who are fighting...
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More people to get faster access to support
Source: New Zealand Government Hundreds of extra young people, mums, and families across New Zealand will now get faster access to mental health support, following a boost of funding for...
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Calls for promises to be kept, one year after abuse in care apology
Source: Radio New Zealand Survivors have criticised the government’s response to the Abuse in Care Royal Commission and have used the National Day of Reflection as a platform to call...
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Unveiling The Malaysia Pavilion at COP30, Championing Climate Action, Resilience, And Sustainable Growth
Source: Media Outreach Continuing its momentum from COP29, Malaysia reinforces its commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050 through the theme “Climate Action Now: Net Zero Pathways Unlocked” at COP30....
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‘Act immediately’: Two brands of children’s coloured sand recalled over asbestos concern
Source: Radio New Zealand Educational Colours Rainbow Sand has been recalled. Supplied / Product Safety NZ Rainbow sand from Educational Colours and coloured sand from Creatistics has been recalled because...
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Asbestos in coloured sand
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 12 November 2025 On 6 November 2025, WorkSafe was informed that batches of coloured/kinetic sand used at educational facilities in Australia have been found to contain...
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Private cancer patients to get access to Pharmac-funded medicine
Source: Radio New Zealand Phesgo, which is used to treat HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer, is one of five new medicines to be funded by Pharmac from 1 December. A group...
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Health – “An indictment on our nation”: Health Coalition Aotearoa slams country’s fall in global tobacco industry interference ranking
Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Health Coalition Aotearoa says it is an “indictment on our nation” for New Zealand to fall from second in 2023 to 53rd in a global study released...
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Universities – Building resilient cities in a time of climate change
Source: University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka Local and international experts are meeting in Wellington this month to share their knowledge on creating healthier, more resilient cities in the...
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Easier and cheaper prescriptions for Kiwis
Source: New Zealand Government From 1 February 2026, New Zealanders will be able to receive 12-month prescriptions for their medicines, delivering savings and greater convenience for people on long-term treatments,...
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Chubb Life Hong Kong Launches Market-First Dementia Insurance Plan, Side by Side
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 November 2025 – Chubb Life Hong Kong today announced the launch of the Side by Side Dementia Insurance...
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Pharmac to fund alternative treatment for tooth decay
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac will fund silver diamine fluoride for the treatment and prevention of tooth decay from 1 December 2025 for people accessing dental services through public hospitals, and Health...
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Four new appointments to the TEC Board
Source: New Zealand Government Vocational Education Minister, Penny Simmonds, has announced four new member appointments to the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). “I am pleased to appoint and...
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Media Advisory: Police graduations in Porirua and Auckland
Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to attend the graduation ceremonies of recruit wings 389 in Wellington and 390 in Auckland this week. The ceremonies mark the recruits’ completion...
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First cancer medicine available in private hospitals
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac David Seymour, and Health Minister Simeon Brown welcome Pharmac’s decision to fund access to five treatments, including for breast...
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Pharmac to fund five medicines for multiple sclerosis, breast cancer, eye conditions, and lung cancer
Source: PHARMAC New Zealanders living with multiple sclerosis, breast cancer, eye conditions, and lung cancer will benefit from five medicines that Pharmac will fund from 1 December 2025. The funding...
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Medical conference red tape cut, and NZ is open for business
Source: New Zealand Government The passing on the Medicines Amendment Bill has ended New Zealand’s prohibition on advertising medicines at medical conferences and trade shows, and New Zealand is open for...
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Medicines Amendment Bill passes third reading
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour is welcoming the passing of the Medicines Amendment Bill at third reading. The Bill enables the ‘Rule of Two’, allowing medicines...
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Revealed: The senior cops who exposed the Jevon McSkimming police ‘cover-up’
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ understands Officer D is Detective Inspector Nicola Reeves. RNZ / Nate McKinnon The Independent Police Conduct Authority’s report found serious misconduct at the highest levels...
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Harm Reduction Coalition calls for radical drug law reform, government says it’s not on the cards
Source: Radio New Zealand Julian Buchanan, Kirsten Gibson, Brandon Hutchison and Adam Dorsett. RNZ / Mark Papalii Calls are growing for a radical reform of drug laws, despite the government...
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‘Most deteriorated’ – NZ plummets in global tobacco control ranking
Source: Radio New Zealand NZ has plummeted from second in the world in 2023 to 53rd in the 2025 Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index. File photo. Unsplash / fotografierende New...
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Mixed feelings as state abuse survivors mark National Day of Reflection
Source: Radio New Zealand Survivor Tu Chapman says the Day of Reflection brings mixed feelings. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly Survivors of abuse in state and faith-based care will mark a...
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HKSTP Debuts at SWITCH 2025 Singapore with Hong Kong Startups Shining at Prestigious SLINGSHOT Pitch Event
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 November 2025 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) showcased a delegation of 10 standout startups...
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8 in 10 people in Singapore delayed medical care to prioritise work and avoid burdening family
Source: Media Outreach Uncertainty over where to seek help, along with worries about cost are also major barriers Better understanding of health costs and support for patients at every step...