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Labour promises shorter ED wait times, immediate review of unused hospital beds
Leader Chris Hipkins said the party was committed to moving patients through hospitals faster.

Football Ferns to face World Cup foes in Porirua
The Ferns return to action next month for a two-match series at Porirua Park against the team that beat them at the 2023 World Cup.

'Deeply talented': Queenstown ski patroller killed in Mt Cook avalanche
Emergency services were called just after 10am to Mt Dixon where Senior Sergeant Craig Ellison said a search and rescue response was activated.

Woman’s breast cancer diagnosis delayed after radiologist missed warning signs
HDC found failures in breast imaging and follow-up contributed to a woman’s delayed diagnosis of grade 2 breast cancer.

Man died after hospital delays in treating blocked blood flow to leg
HDC found a series of communication, handover and escalation failures delayed treatment of a medical emergency at Dunedin Hospital.

Police say they're assessing how to use emerging technology after report of 'risky' AI use
Police say they take a considered approach to adopting new tech in a lawful and secure way that is consistent with their policies.

Election 2026: Labour pledges to carry out immediate review of hospital wait times and bed shortages
The party says it'll 'make hospitals accountable for getting patients the care they need'.

Vanuatu PM says government remains stable amid leadership challenge claims
Jotham Napat has shut down claims that he could be facing a leadership challenge through a no-confidence vote at the next parliamentary sitting in two weeks' time.

Forsyth Barr Stadium reveals long awaited concert headliner
Drum and bass heavyweights Chase & Status have been announced as Forsyth Barr Stadium’s next headline act - and signalling a new era for the roofed venue.

Leicester to visit Oxford City in FA Cup first round - see full draw
Leicester City will travel to National League North side Oxford City in the 2026-27 FA Cup first round - five years after winning the competition.

Ronaldo given 30-day suspension and £215 fine by Portuguese FA
Cristiano Ronaldo is given a 30-day suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation after leaving his country's international camp last month.

Mountaineers mourn guide Troy Forsyth killed in avalanche
The 28-year-old was skiing with three other experienced ski mountaineers when he became trapped in an avalanche on Mount Dixon.

Sudden death after hazardous substance call in beach town north of Auckland
Emergency services were called to Mangawhai Heads shortly after 8am on Tuesday.

Warmer, settled week ahead as high pressure system heads towards Aotearoa
“Plenty of time to get out gardening, get out, enjoy the sunshine,” said MetService meteorologist Sophie Huntington.

Labour unveils new plan to tackle long waits in emergency departments
The Labour Party is honing in on health, as the election nears and the Labour and National leaders prepare for their final election debate.

'You Can See Everything' becomes one of the biggest documentaries in decades
Hype around the documentary about the disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes is huge. It opens in New Zealand 12 November.

Watch: Fan reported to police for kicking rugby ball from roof into stadium during live match
Premier League side Brentford say a criminal prosecution could take place following the “dangerous” behaviour during their match against Liverpool.

Pukekohe oil re-finery turns used oil into new base oil, boosting jobs and export
A Pukekohe-based facility has opened an re-refinery to recycle used motor oil, which has created jobs while earning export dollars.

Big gig revealed to break Forsyth Barr Stadium's drought
The chase for Dunedin's next headline stadium act is over after a nearly 1000 day struggle.

EU poised to sign deal with New Caledonia on crucial nickel resources
The deal, from the European Union's point of view, would recognise nickel's place as a strategic resource and raw material.

Palace manager Sage facing fight to keep his job
Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage faces a fight to keep his job, but will be given more time.