Category: health
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Media Monitor: Cyclone Vaianu brings damaging winds, heavy rain to North Island
RNZ is reporting that Cyclone Vaianu has begun crossing New Zealand's North Island, bringing damaging winds and heavy rain. Gusts of up to 130 km/h have already been recorded, and fire crews have been called out to deal with the…
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ACT Party to Host Public Meeting in Napier
ACT Leader David Seymour and MP Andrew Hoggard are hosting a public meeting at the Napier War Memorial Centre on Thursday, April 9, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The meeting aims to provide an unfiltered account of ACT's efforts…
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Police Urge Safe Return of Stolen Asbestos
Police are issuing a strong warning to the public regarding a hazardous substance stolen during a burglary at a Panmure business earlier this week. The Glen Innes Tactical Crime Unit is investigating the incident, which occurred overnight between Monday and…
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Product Recalls Issued for Battery Charger and Bicycle
Discount Tools NZ Ltd has recalled the Topdon Smart Programmable Battery Charger due to a manufacturing fault. The internal components can short-circuit during normal use, posing a risk of fire or serious injury. The charger is not registered with the…
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Serious Crash Blocks State Highway 1 Near Karapiro
State Highway 1 / Tīrau Road near the service station is blocked in both directions following a three-car crash. Emergency services were called to the incident about 5.40pm. Two people have sustained serious injuries and are being provided medical assistance…
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Pak'nSave Moorhouse Recalls Bread Due to Metal Contamination
Pak'nSave Moorhouse is recalling its made-in-store bread products due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically metal. New Zealand Food Safety advises consumers that affected products should not be consumed. The recall impacts bread products made on-site at the…
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Media Monitor: Chuck Norris, star of 'Walker, Texas Ranger,' has died
RNZ is reporting that Chuck Norris, the action hero and star of “Walker, Texas Ranger,” has died. The veteran martial arts world champion and early 2000s internet meme inspiration reportedly experienced an unidentified medical emergency in Hawaii, RNZ said.
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Missing Woman Located in Saint John's
Police have confirmed that a 65-year-old woman, who was reported missing from the Saint John's area yesterday, has been located. Ambulance staff are currently assessing her condition, and she will be transported to hospital for further treatment. Police have expressed…
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City Beach Recalls HTI Stretcherz Slammerz Due to Asbestos Risk
City Beach has issued a recall for HTI Stretcherz Slammerz toys, sold between September 9, 2025, and January 10, 2026. The recall is due to concerns that the sand inside the toys may contain asbestos. HTI Toys HK Limited initiated…
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Recall Expanded for KSK Boy Bawang Cornick Due to Undeclared Wheat
Tai Ping Trading Company has expanded its consumer-level recall of KSK Boy brand Bawang Cornick Lechon Manok Flavour (90g) to include an additional undeclared allergen: wheat. The product was previously recalled for undeclared gluten. Consumers with a gluten and/or wheat…
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Emborg Emmentaler Cheese Recalled Over Listeria Risk
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a recall for a specific batch of Emborg Emmentaler cheese (200g) due to the possible presence of Listeria. Consumers are strongly advised not to consume the affected product. Further details on the specific batch…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on weekend news including river body recovery and beach incident death
RNZ is reporting on several weekend news items. The news outlet said a body was recovered from the Manawatū River, though it has not yet been formally identified. RNZ also reported that a person died after an incident involving a…
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Panda Mart Recalls Multiple Toys Due to Choking Hazard
Panda Mart is recalling a variety of toys due to concerns that they may not meet mandatory safety standards for children up to 36 months of age. The primary hazard identified across multiple products is the potential for small parts…
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Police Seek Public's Help Locating Missing Ōtorohanga Woman
Police are appealing for sightings of Rhonda Hurley, a 75-year-old woman reported missing in Ōtorohanga. Hurley went for a walk around 9:30 PM yesterday and has not returned home. Concerns are held for her welfare due to existing health conditions.…
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Ghiotti Chorizo Velita Recalled in New Zealand
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a recall for a specific batch of Ghiotti brand Chorizo Velita. The recall is due to the product being labelled with an incorrect date mark. Consumers are strongly advised not to consume the affected…
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Panda Mart Recalls Ambulance Toy Due to Choking Hazard
Panda Mart is issuing a recall for its Ambulance Toy, product identifier 6608-16B, which was sold in Panda Mart stores from January 3, 2025, to April 7, 2025. The toy may not meet the mandatory safety standards for children up…
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Steinlager Beer Recalled Due to Mislabeling
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a recall for a specific batch of Steinlager brand Ultra Low Carb beer. The affected product is the 24 x 330ml packaging. Some individual bottles have been incorrectly labelled as alcohol-free, when in fact,…
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Police Seek Information After Ambulances Vandalized in Manukau
Counties Manukau Police are investigating the wilful damage of several Hato Hone St John ambulances and are appealing for public assistance. Police believe the offenders unlawfully entered the gated yard of the St John’s Manukau Station on the corner of…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on Split Enz reunion, Māori art, and bio-hacking
RNZ is reporting on several top stories from the weekend. The outlet said a review of the Electric Avenue festival highlighted the exclusive headline set by Split Enz, marking the band's first performance in nearly two decades. RNZ also highlighted…
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Undeclared Gluten Prompts Recall of KSK Boy Corn Snacks
Tai Ping Trading Company is recalling KSK Boy brand Bawang Cornick Lechon Manok Flavour (90g) because it contains an undeclared allergen: gluten. Consumers who have a gluten allergy or intolerance should not eat this product. The recall does not affect…
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Pams Beef Lasagne Recalled Over Incorrect Use-By Date
Pams brand Beef Lasagne is being recalled due to an incorrect use-by date on its packaging. New Zealand Food Safety advises that the affected product should not be consumed after March 1, 2026. The recall is a precautionary measure to…
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Police and Health Warn of Nitrous Oxide Dangers, Especially for Drivers
New Zealand Police and the Ministry of Health are collaborating to address escalating concerns over the misuse of nitrous oxide, commonly known as nangs, laughing gas, or nos, with a particular focus on its use by drivers. Assistant Commissioner of…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on freeski fall, economic woes, and Wellington sewage spill
RNZ is reporting that Kiwi freeski competitor Fin Melville Ives is in a stable condition after a significant fall during the men's freeski halfpipe qualifiers. He was taken off the snow on a stretcher. Separately, RNZ said new spending data…
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Zaroa NZ Products Recalled Over Food Safety Concerns
New Zealand Food Safety has announced a recall for Zaroa NZ products. The recall is due to a lack of required food safety controls. Consumers are strongly advised not to consume any affected products. Further details on specific products are…
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Serious Crash in Māngere East Involves Truck and Pedestrian
Police are responding to a serious crash in Māngere East that occurred just before midday at the intersection of Savill Drive and Massey Road. The incident involved a truck and a pedestrian. The pedestrian has been taken to Middlemore Hospital…
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Births to Under-25s Hit Record Low in New Zealand
The proportion of births to mothers aged under 25 in Aotearoa New Zealand has reached a record low of 14 percent in 2025, Stats NZ reported today. This figure is half of what it was a generation ago and represents…
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Fire Doors Recalled Due to Potential Asbestos Contamination
Firemex has issued a recall for Pyropanel-brand fire-rated doors, citing potential asbestos fibre contamination in the door core. According to WorkSafe, if the fire doors remain intact, the risk of asbestos exposure is negligible. However, WorkSafe clarified that if the…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on weather, sports, and cultural revival
RNZ is reporting that heavy rain and damaging gales are expected to lash the eastern and southern North Island from Sunday morning through Monday evening, with MetService issuing multiple orange warnings. The outlet also reported on a collision during a…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ reports on shrinkflation, tech deals and energy costs
Consumer NZ is reporting on a variety of consumer concerns. The organization highlighted seven supermarket products that have reportedly shrunk, a trend they refer to as "shrinkflation." Consumer NZ also noted significant price drops on a robot vacuum and a…
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Nestlé Milo Snack Bars Recalled Due to Rubber Contamination
Nestlé Milo Dipped Snack Bars are being recalled due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically rubber. New Zealand Food Safety has issued an alert advising consumers not to eat the affected products. The recall impacts Nestlé Milo Dipped…