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Pharmac's approach not fit for purpose, major review finds
Late last year, the board commissioned a review of the drug-buying agency - amid criticism of some of its funding decisions.

CMC - Appointment of Director
The Chairman of The Colonial Motor Company Limited (CMC), Ashley Waugh, has announced the appointment of John Alexander Beveridge as an independent director of the Company; the appointment being effective from 29 April 2025

Two-vehicle crash near Taupo causes delays, serious injuries reported
The crash happened just before midday on State Highway 32.

Man rescued after jumping from Waiheke Island ferry into harbour
The passenger was travelling from Waiheke Island to Auckland.

From Knights to Kings - 7 key moments that brought Auckland FC A-League glory
It's an ascension to the throne even George R.R. Martin couldn't have imagined. But this is no fairytale, writes Mathew Nash.

Review: Murder on the Orient Express, Auckland Theatre Company
Murder on the Orient Express has been adapted for film, TV - and now, the stage.

Renewable energy blamed as Spain, Portugal suffer major blackouts
Emergency declared in Spain; Portugal's water supply might be disrupted.

The rise of egg freezing in women’s sport
Sloane Stephens has become a fierce advocate for players who freeze their eggs to be given a protected ranking.

Paddy Gower: Do the Tory Whanau haters actually realise what they have done?
A Little-led council could be capital’s wokest yet.

Five key insights into Budget 2025
Nicola Willis has revealed she has far less money to spend than expected, has found billions in savings, and will have a few surprises in store for May.

New double-decker buses for West Auckland driven by demand
A new fleet of 44 electric buses have been deployed in West Auckland, with officials saying there is huge demand for more services.

Weather: Heavy rain, snow to bring chilly temperatures for parts of South Island
A multi-faceted weather system is on its way to parts of the country, bringing rain, snow and wind and chilly temperatures.

Man found with serious head injuries on Queenstown street
A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being found with head injuries in Queenstown on Tuesday morning.

Police probe after visitor found lying in Queenstown street with serious head injuries
The 33-year-old man was taken to hospital in a critical condition.

Pharmac not fit for purpose, overhaul needed - review
Late last year, the board commissioned consultant Debbie Francis to review the drug-buying agency - amid criticism of some of its funding decisions.

More than half of Kiwis worry about money weekly as financial pressures remain
The equivalent of just over two million people worry about money either daily or weekly.

Napier fire: Black smoke from Onekawa fire visible from CBD
A fire is burning at an industrial business in Napier.

Jarrod Kingi missing after leaving Whangamata address, police appeal for information
He left an address on Tobie Place around 11:15pm on Anzac Day.

Power cut cure: Northland to Auckland ‘energy bridge’ step closer with $2m study
If feasible, the project could unlock $1b in private investment in renewable energy.

Next Wallabies coach to be named on Wednesday
The drawn-out appointment of Les Kiss as the next Wallabies coach will be finally confirmed on Wednesday.

Fresh push for new bottle store in ‘worst’ location
The site is a former bottle shop, which failed to re-establish itself twice because of strong community opposition.

Man who went overboard from Waiheke Island ferry rescued
A passenger who went overboard whilst travelling from Waiheke Island to Auckland has been successfully rescued.

Wellington dad makes plea for help to find missing 12-year-old son
Andrew Walmsley is worried strangers are involved.