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Stuart Smith: Health plans must do what is best for New Zealanders
OPINION: Why would we want a bipartisan plan approach when Labour prefers a health system that prioritises bureaucracy over access to timely, quality healthcare?

Some Wanaka patients prepared to lose eyesight because healthcare too inaccessible
A new report reveals significant service shortfalls, inequity in accessing care and systemic barriers.

Watch: Teenager’s magic 70m solo try lifts Warriors to win over Tigers
The Warriors let leads slip on three occasions on Sunday evening in Campbelltown, but a freak play by a 19-year-old set them up to claim a vital win.

‘Vital economic lifeline’: Chatham Islands set for new supply ship after years of disruption
The Government is seeking proposals from shipping operators to replace the islands’ ailing freighter relied upon to deliver essential supplies.

Healthcare report exposes IoMT device vulnerabilities risks
A recent Claroty report reveals that 89% of healthcare organisations have vulnerable Internet of Medical Things devices, exposing them to ransomware threats.

Government's primary healthcare spend hasn't increased in real terms since 2009
New figures show the primary healthcare portion of the total health budget hasn't increased since 2009.

No-confidence vote is a vital safety 'valve' for PNG - political scientist
Earlier this month, the Papua New Guinea government amended the country's constitution to make it more difficult to bring votes of no confidence in the government.

Climate-resilient healthcare for Pacific top priority for UN health agency
Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala, WHO regional director for the Western Pacific, says building climate-resilient healthcare facilities for the people around the Pacific is key focus.

TruScreen to Present at Singapore Healthcare Day Forum
TruScreen Group Limited (“TruScreen” or “the Company”) advises that its CEO, Marty Dillon is an invited presenter at the Healthcare Day Forum held in Singapore on Monday March 24, 2025

AI agents crucial to app development in APAC, says report
Salesforce's latest report reveals over 80% of APAC software leaders see AI agents as vital for app development, highlighting a shift towards low-code tools.

Green MP posts DJ video with song about police, days after ‘nutty’ police allegations
Wellington MP Tamatha Paul has a shared video of her DJ’ing over the weekend with a song about the police - days after she made comments about the police which were criticised as “nutty”.

Kaspersky expands global training with new Partner Locator
Kaspersky has enhanced its Partner Locator by adding Authorized Training Centers, boosting access for cybersecurity professionals to vital training worldwide.

Anthony Albanese confirms 3 May election date
Healthcare, energy sources and the cost of living are set to be the big election issues, and Albanese has touched on them in his announcement.

'Final nail' - Grandmother says mental health system failed teenager who died by suicide
A teenager who took his own life following a battle with substance abuse was failed by shamefully inadequate mental healthcare, his grandmother says.

Ryman finalises repayment of debt facilities
Ryman Healthcare Limited (Ryman) (NZX: RYM) advises that it has finalised repayment arrangements with lenders following its approximately $1 billion equity raise which was completed on 17 March 2025

Is a hacker logged into your Google account? Here’s how to tell
If you live in a more populated area, you likely check your doors before bed to make sure they’re locked. The same idea is worthwhile to apply to your vital online accounts, too—verifying that they’re secure. In that vein, a periodic review of devices logged into your Google account is a good idea. If someone’s stolen your password, you should be aware of that unauthorized access to all your email, photos, videos, and other files. A hacker isn’t the only person to be worried about, either. A romantic partner, roommate, family member, or friend could decide to spy on you, too. You should be sure that only the right people have access. To see which devices are logged into your Google account, you can use either on a PC or your phone. If you spot any intruders, remove them—and then also change your password to prevent future unauthorized logins. On a PC The fast way to check is to head directly to google.com/devices. Otherwise you can go the manual route: Open a page for a Google service (search, Gmail, etc) Click your profile icon at the top right of a browser window Choose Manage your Google Account Click Security on the left side of the page Scroll down to Your devices Click on Manage all devices Look over the list of devices logged into your accounts. For any you don’t recognize, click on them, and then choose Sign out button in the top section of this info screen. PCWorld In the Google app On either Android or iOS, open the Google app Click your profile icon at the top right Choose Manage your Google Account Choose Security from the tabs along the top Scroll down to Your devices Tap on Manage all devices Check through the devices logged into your account. If one looks unfamiliar, tap on it for more details. To boot it from access, tap the Sign out button under the device’s information. (It’s toward the top.) Declutter your linked apps and services, too For a Google account, your biggest concern about unauthorized access should be unfamiliar devices logged in. But you should be cautious about third-party services linked to your Google account, too. Defunct or abandoned third-party apps and services could get taken over by hackers, who can then abuse the permissions you may have granted those other accounts. Or, on the flip side, hackers can take over abandoned Google accounts (like say, for a shuttered business) and reactivate them to gain access to linked third-party apps and services. Either way, cleaning house helps reduce this risk—you can read how in our quick guide for how to wipe those forgotten apps linked to your Google account. Further reading: If you don’t use these PC security essentials, you’re begging to be hacked