Category: health
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ACT Party Highlights Legislative Achievements in Lawmaking, Medicines, and Firearms
The ACT Party has highlighted its recent legislative achievements, including the passage of the Regulatory Standards Bill, the Medicines Amendment Bill, and a significant rewrite of firearms law. According to ACT, these changes deliver "real, measurable results for the people…
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New Zealand Police to Roll Out Roadside Drug Testing
Roadside screening for drug-impaired drivers in New Zealand is set to become a reality as police have completed testing and selected a detection device. Roadside drug driving testing will be rolled out in the Wellington District from mid-December 2025. Pathtech…
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Recall Issued for Magnetic Game Sold on Trade Me Due to Ingestion Hazard
A recall has been issued for a magnetic game sold by Dealbox on Trade Me between 21 November 2024 and 9 May 2025. The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has flagged the product as unsafe due to the presence…
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Educational Colours Sand Recall Due to Asbestos Risk
Educational Colours Pty Ltd has issued a voluntary recall of its Rainbow Sand and Creatistics Coloured Sand due to the detection of tremolite, a type of naturally occurring asbestos, in some samples. The recall was initiated after laboratory testing revealed…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Medicine Shortages, Flatmate Costs
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand is at risk of running out of some medicines if a global catastrophe strikes. It said a study found that none of the 10 most extensively prescribed pharmaceuticals could be manufactured locally. RNZ also…
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Multiple Product Recalls Announced in New Zealand
Several product recalls have been announced in New Zealand, spanning various consumer goods due to safety concerns. These recalls include sunscreen, novelty cups, and children's toys. People4ocean SPF 50+ Mineral Bioactive Shield Lightly Tinted Cream is being recalled because preliminary…
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Nothing Naughty Recalls Pea Protein Due to Undeclared Allergen
Nothing Naughty 2021 Limited is recalling a specific batch of its Nothing Naughty brand Premium Pea Protein - Natural Caramel because it contains an undeclared milk allergen. The recall affects the 1kg product with a best before date of 07…
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Issues Alert on Illicit Vapes Containing Etomidate
High Alert New Zealand is reporting that illicit vape pods containing etomidate have been linked to acute drug harm in New Zealand. It said etomidate, a fast-acting central gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) agonist, is used as an anesthetic during short medical…
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Magnetic Fidget Pens Recalled Due to Magnet Hazard
Relacom Technologies Ltd, operating as Winbox / Chargerrus, has issued a recall for Magnetic Fidget Pens sold between October 5, 2022, and September 30, 2025. The pens, sold via Trade Me stores “winbox” and “chargerrus”, pose a hazard due to…
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Pork Jerky Recalled Due to Metal Contamination
Link Foods New Zealand Ltd is recalling specific batches of Golden Island brand Pork Jerky Korean BBQ Recipe due to the potential presence of foreign matter (metal). The recall affects the 410g size of the product, sold in a plastic…
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Media Monitor: Thousands Without Power in New Zealand
Radio New Zealand is reporting that more than 25,000 homes and businesses across Southland and south Otago could be without power for some time. RNZ also reports that extreme winds have wreaked havoc across the lower South Island, where some…
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New World Te Kuiti Recalls Hot Roasted Chickens Due to Chemical Contamination
New World Te Kuiti has issued a recall for a specific batch of its in-store Pams Hot Roasted Chickens, sold on October 23, 2025, due to possible contamination with a cleaning chemical. The recall involves the following products: Pams Large…
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Regal Marlborough King Salmon Dip Recalled Due to Incorrect Date
The New Zealand King Salmon Co. Limited has issued a recall for a specific batch of Regal Marlborough King Salmon Dip with Gherkins, Capers & Dill (190g) because it is labelled with an incorrect Use-By date. The affected product has…
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Choking Hazard Prompts Recall of Rubber Ducks Sold at GameOn Arcade
Auckland Coin Machines Ltd T/A GameOn Arcade has issued a recall for rubber ducks sold between June 19, 2025, and October 17, 2025, due to a potential choking hazard. The ducks, sold at GameOn Arcade Queen Street, PLAY Arcade Queensgate…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ on Coffee Machines, Fabric Softeners
Consumer NZ is reporting on a range of consumer issues, from coffee machines to laundry products. It said its testing revealed significant differences in the quality of coffee produced by various capsule machines, noting that one of the best is…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on White Ferns' World Cup Hopes
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand's hopes of reaching the Cricket World Cup semi-finals have been damaged after another washout. It said the weather has impacted the White Ferns' chances of progressing in the tournament. RNZ also noted an article…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on School E.coli Outbreak
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a school trip to a Canterbury campground led to an E.coli outbreak. RNZ said the school noticed an unusual number of children experiencing car sickness on the return journey. It added that the school…
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Work-related injury claims fall to record low
New data shows a decrease in work-related injury claims in New Zealand. According to injury statistics for work-related claims, a total of 209,400 claims were made in 2024, a decrease of 16,600 from 2023. The incidence rate for work-related injury…
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Police Assist Ambulance Carrying Newborn Blocked by Floods in Awakino Gorge
A patient transfer service ambulance carrying a newborn was among vehicles stranded by flooding and slips in Awakino on Monday night. Heavy rain had rendered the road through the Gorge area impassable. Constable Donna Potroz from Mōkau responded to a…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Announces Passing of Former Chief Executive
Consumer NZ is reporting that David Russell, who was Chief Executive for 17 years, has passed away. It said Russell was a "relentless fighter for consumer rights". In other news, Consumer NZ is advising that Windows 10 will stop receiving…
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Back Country Cuisine Bolognaise recalled due to undeclared allergen
New Zealand Food Safety has issued a recall alert for Back Country Foods Limited's Back Country Cuisine brand Mushroom Bolognaise and Spaghetti Bolognaise. The recall is due to the presence of an undeclared egg allergen. People with an egg allergy…
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Ultra Violette Lean Screen SPF 50+ Recalled Due to Inconsistent SPF Levels
Ultra Violette is recalling its Lean Screen SPF 50+ sunscreen due to inconsistencies in its Sun Protection Factor (SPF) levels. Testing revealed that the product's SPF may range from 4 to 64. The product was sold between 1 October 2020…
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Hancook Brand Sundae (Korean Black Sausage) Recalled Due to Safety Concerns
Hancook Limited has issued a recall for all batches and dates of its Hancook brand Sundae (Korean black sausage) due to a failure to meet required food safety standards. The recall affects the 500g product sold in plastic packaging. The…
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Steelcraft and Britax Strollers Recalled in New Zealand
Britax Childcare (NZ) Ltd has issued a recall for Steelcraft One2 V2 and Britax One2 strollers sold at Baby Bunting NZ between January 1, 2024, and October 6, 2025. The recall affects Steelcraft One2 V2 strollers with series number RM-S287T…
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Pacific Door Systems Recalls Fire Doors Due to Asbestos Contamination
Pacific Door Systems Limited (PDS) has recalled certain fire-rated doors due to potential asbestos contamination. The contamination involves asbestos fibres impacting one category of fire-rated door ‘cores’ (FRB board) used in Pyropanel fire-rated doors. The FRB board is manufactured by…
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Smartfoods Limited Recalls Tom & Luke and Vogel's Products Due to Metal Contamination
Smartfoods Limited has issued a recall for specific batches of Tom & Luke brand Protein Peanut Brownie Snackaballs and Vogel's brand Cluster Crunch Peanut Butter and Daily Protein Plus Almond Pistachio, due to the potential presence of small metal pieces.…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Hospital Negligence, Police Shooting
RNZ is reporting that a three-year-old boy died from septic shock in a rural hospital after critical errors by an on-call doctor and a nurse. It said the Health and Disability Commissioner has contacted Health NZ to address staffing suitability…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on All Blacks' win, Māori MP's recognition, parenting approach, and netball coach's sidelining
Radio New Zealand is reporting that All Blacks coach Scott Robertson said the "hurt" felt during the Rugby Championship was used as motivation in their win over the Wallabies. RNZ also reports that Time magazine named Te Pāti Māori MP…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Reports on Dishwashers
Consumer NZ is reporting that some dishwashers on the market are ineffective at drying dishes. It said that in recent testing, two dishwashers left dishes as if they had been “dried in a rainforest.” The organization also highlighted three dishwashers…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Funding Boost, Port Expansion, Sports, and More
RNZ is reporting that the government has announced a $42.8 million funding boost for the 'Biodiscovery Platform'. It also said that Northport has been granted consent for a major expansion by the Environment Court after committing to new conditions. In…
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