Health

Lifesaving flights as BOP crews face busy season

The Tauranga-based Aerocool Rescue Helicopter is preparing for one of its busiest periods of the year. Longer days, warmer weather and an influx of visitors... Read More

Landfill cheese sold illegally in Waikato

Concerns are being raised about the unauthorised sale of cheese that had previously been disposed of in a Waikato landfill. 'We have serious concerns about... Read More

Give the gift of counselling to help others

As the year draws to a close, Grief Support Services is inviting the community to take part in its annual Give the Gift of Counselling appeal. The campaign... Read More

Bringing hope and health across the Pacific

As 2025 draws to a close, YWAM Ships Aotearoa is reflecting on a year marked by growth, deepening partnerships, and meaningful impact across the Pacific and... Read More

Police refused chopper, wrongly thought teen dead

Firefighters begged police for a helicopter to help rescue a teenage girl from a Coromandel cliff face, but police refused because they mistakenly thought the... Read More

Serious food safety tips for the silly season

New Zealand Food Safety is reminding Kiwis to keep food safety top of mind as they head into this festive season. 'No one wants to spend their holiday sick... Read More

Trainee surgeon shares her life online

A Māori-Pasifika doctor working at Tauranga Hospital is sharing her life on social media to show young people they can fulfil their dreams. Dr Kyla Matenga,... Read More

St John issues summer safety tips

As people look forward to a well-earned break, Hato Hone St John is reminding everyone that prevention and preparedness are key to a safe and enjoyable summer. Ambulance... Read More

Shellfish biotoxin warning for Eastern BOP

The public are being warned not to collect or consume shellfish gathered from the eastern Bay of Plenty region due to the presence of biotoxins. 'Routine... Read More

The Bay to benefit from two new ambulances

Hato Hone St John welcomed two new emergency ambulances for the Western Bay of Plenty into the fold this month ahead of the busy holiday period. A new Generation... Read More

Parents praise charity after son’s brain scare

For Adam and Candice Sears, life in Pāpāmoa was all about sunshine, surf, and family adventures. But that all changed in an instant when one of their children... Read More

Rural eye care made easy for Tauranga optometrist

A new optometry graduate who is moving back to Tauranga is encouraging other students to take part in the Rural Health Immersion Programme. Grace Su will... Read More