Category: health
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Decorative Sugar Crystals Recalled Over Potential Asbestos Contamination
A recall has been issued for "Tiny Sugar" white fake sugar decorative crystals due to a potential asbestos contamination concern. The product, sold exclusively through the Etsy store Tiny Sugar between September 2023 and November 2024, is strictly intended for…
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Multiple Sunscreen Brands Recalled in New Zealand Due to Labeling Issues
Daikoku is initiating recalls for several popular sunscreen brands, including Anessa, Biore, Kao Biore, Kose, Mentholatum, Pigeon, and Rohto. The products, exclusively sold at Daikoku stores, are being recalled because their packaging is solely in Japanese, lacking the mandatory English…
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New World Halswell Recalls Bakery Items Due to Metal Contamination
New World Halswell is recalling all made-in-store bakery products due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically metal. New Zealand Food Safety issued the alert, advising customers not to consume the affected items. The recall impacts all bakery products…
HealthBusiness New World HalswellProduct RecallBakeryFood SafetyMetal ContaminationMPI Food Recalls
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Local Man Hailed Hero After Daring Lake Rescue
A Haruru resident, Aaron Stott, has been lauded as a hero after rescuing a family of four from a dangerous situation at Kai Iwi Lakes. Stott, who was at the lake with his own family, sprang into action when he…
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Korean Sundae Recalled in New Zealand Over Food Safety Concerns
Daebok Rice Cake brand Korean Sundae has been recalled in New Zealand due to a lack of required food safety controls. New Zealand Food Safety advises consumers that the affected product should not be consumed. Further details regarding the specific…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on ferry grounding, road cone spending, and brain training
RNZ is reporting that the Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) will send a team of investigators to Akaroa following the grounding of a ferry. The 17-meter catamaran was on a wildlife cruise with 38 passengers and three crew aboard when…
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Big Bazaar Recalls Rangoli Powder Due to Asbestos Contamination
Big Bazaar has issued a recall for its Rangoli Powder, sold in Pack of 6 and Pack of 10, after testing revealed the presence of unidentified mineral fibers consistent with tremolite asbestos. The company advises consumers to stop using the…
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Bargain Chemist Recalls Hot Water Bottles Due to Burn Risk
Bargain Chemist is recalling BC Hot Water Bottles sold between June 1, 2025, and January 15, 2026. The products do not meet the mandatory safety standard BS1970:2012, as they are missing essential safety markings, warnings, and instructions. This non-compliance presents…
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Media Monitor: Potent fake oxycodone tablets detected in New Zealand
High Alert is reporting that a potent mix of a benzodiazepine and a synthetic opioid, misrepresented as oxycodone, has been detected in the Wellington region of New Zealand. The substance was found in pink pills and may be circulating nationwide.…
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Man Arrested in Masterton Family Harm Incident
A 25-year-old man has been arrested following a family harm incident in Masterton on Thursday. Police were called to a River Road address around 5pm, where they found a woman unconscious and bleeding. She was transported to Wellington Hospital in…
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L'Authentique Chicken & Duck Parfait Recalled in New Zealand
Charcuterie du Pacifique Sud Limited has recalled L'Authentique Chicken & Duck Parfait (100g) due to a failure in food safety controls. The recall, dated January 14, 2026, affects products with a 'Use by' date of 24/08/26. The product, sold in…
HealthBusinessFood Safety Product RecallL'Authentique Chicken & Duck ParfaitCharcuterie du Pacifique Sud LimitedSupermarketsRetailersMPI Food Recalls
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Police Warn of Rising Nitrous Oxide Use While Driving
Bay of Plenty Police are expressing concern over a notable rise in the use of nitrous oxide by individuals while driving. The substance, often consumed from small silver canisters, poses a significant risk to all road users. Nitrous oxide can…
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Police Urge Water Safety as Summer Approaches
Police are urging the public to take basic water safety precautions this summer, regardless of swimming ability. Inspector Andrea McBeth, Area Commander for Hamilton City, highlighted the annual tragedies that occur around water. "If you’re heading out to enjoy the…
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One Dead in Taukiro Water Incident
One person has died following a water-related incident in Taukiro this afternoon. Emergency services were called to a location off Poripori Road at approximately 2:55 PM after a person was found in the water. Despite resuscitation efforts, the individual was…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on data breach, weather, and sports.
RNZ is reporting that hackers have accessed data belonging to approximately 125,000 users of the Manage My Health app, warning victims to be aware of potential bank account theft. The outlet also noted that southern parts of the South Island…
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Kmart Recalls Anko Gel Packs Due to Toxic Chemical Risk
Kmart has issued a recall for Anko Small Gel Pak and Anko Large Gel Pak products sold in Kmart NZ stores and online at kmart.co.nz. The recall is due to the possibility that the gel pak may contain ethylene glycol,…
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Recall Issued for Giant Animator and Liv Adore Bicycles Due to Brake Malfunction
Giant Bicycle Co. Pty Ltd has issued a recall for its 2024 model year Giant Animator and Liv Adore bicycles, specifically the C/B 12” and 16” models. The recall is due to a hazard where the coaster brake on the…
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Nestlé Recalls Alfamino Infant Formula Over Toxin Fears
Nestlé has issued a recall for its Alfamino Infant Formula (0-12 months) due to the possible presence of the cereulide toxin, which is produced by the bacterium Bacillus cereus. The recall affects specific batch numbers with use-by dates ranging from…
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyMedical ScienceFood SafetyProduct Recall
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New Zealand braces for summer sunshine and rising temperatures
New Zealand is set for a week of summer sunshine and dry conditions as high pressure dominates the weather pattern. From Monday, January 5th to Friday, January 9th, many regions will experience typical summer skies with minimal risk of significant…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on weather, water incidents, and abortion numbers
RNZ is reporting that heavy rain has caused evacuations and closed State Highway 35 on the North Island's East Coast. Motorists in Gisborne are being urged to avoid non-essential travel due to surface flooding. RNZ also reported that two men…
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Issues Alert for Synthetic Cannabinoids
High Alert, a drug information service in New Zealand, is reporting that serious harm has been linked to synthetic cannabinoids in the Auckland region. It said multiple hospitalizations have been reported within the last 24 hours. High Alert said this…
HealthSocial IssuesAustralasiaMedical ScienceLaw Enforcement
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Multiple Product Recalls Announced: Tea Pots, Mugs, Glue Guns, and Priming Lotion
Several product recalls have been announced, affecting items sold at Dusk, PD Mart (Panda Mart), and Mecca Beauty. Dusk is recalling its "Pretty as a Bow Tea Pot 500ml" and "Pretty as a Bow Glass Mugs 2 Pack" due to…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Robot Caregivers, Language Trauma
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand faces a healthcare worker shortage, and a robot designer based in London, Rich Walker, is discussing the challenges of creating robot caregivers to help fill some of those gaps. It said a new report…
HealthScience & TechnologySocial IssuesBusinessWeatherRoboticsMedical ScienceEducationFoodEnvironmentComputers and InternetTransportationGeneral Weather RNZRobot CaregiversMāoriTe Reo TraumaAucklandDog AttacksLittle Blue PenguinsRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Offers Holiday Shopping Tips
Consumer NZ is offering advice to shoppers for the holiday season. It said tips include how to select the best Christmas ham and what consumer rights apply to recalled sand that contains asbestos. Consumer NZ also tested toys from Amazon,…
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Media Monitor: RNZ covers Community Services Card eligibility, politics, sports and home security
RNZ is reporting that its advice columnist Susan Edmunds has addressed a question about whether a child can get a Community Services Card. It said New Zealand First leader Winston Peters offered advice to anyone considering challenging a sitting Prime…
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North Island Drug Operation Nets Vapes, Guns, and Ferraris
A police investigation into drug sales across New Zealand's North Island has led to the seizure of vehicles, cash, guns, drugs, and thousands of banned vapes in Wellington and Auckland. The operation, targeting methamphetamine sales, uncovered illicit vape products containing…
Law EnforcementHealthSocial IssuesLegal North IslandWellingtonAucklandDrugsFirearmsAsset Recovery UnitNew Zealand Police
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Safety Alert: Seatbelt Adjusters and Glow Sand Art Recalled in New Zealand
Two recalls have been issued in New Zealand concerning seatbelt adjusters and a children's art product. Seatbelt adjusters sold via Kogan by 'Sensual Sale' are being recalled due to the risk of increasing injury in the event of a crash.…
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New Guide to Fertility Measures Released
A new guide outlining different fertility measures has been released by Stats NZ. The guide explains the strengths and limitations of these measures and identifies where published measures can be found. According to Stats NZ, measuring fertility and birth rates…
HealthScience & TechnologySocial IssuesMedical ScienceDemographics
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Kogan Recalls Child Car Seat Products Due to Safety Concerns
Kogan has issued recalls for two child car seat products due to safety concerns. The first recall involves a child car seat belt adjuster/clip/chest strap. According to the recall notice, the product does not comply with mandatory safety standards for…
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Media Monitor: Hipkins Promises Different Labour
RNZ is reporting that Chris Hipkins is promising a different Labour party after the last election saw the end of Labour's six years in government. Hipkins is returning to the opposition benches just 10 months after becoming prime minister. In…
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