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Not enough youth and child psychologists to meet growing demand, experts warn
The huge demand for youth services is causing long waits for patients, with some practices even being forced to turn new clients away, says the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists.
Teachers shouldn't rely on AI checking tools to catch cheating students - expert
AI checking software was one tool teachers could use, but Kit Willett says they were not always reliable.
West Auckland restaurant closes after recent severe weather
The owners of a popular West Auckland restaurant say severe weather and continued road closures over the past few months has forced them out of business.
'Boundless love': Lena Harrap leaves a void that can't be filled, family say
"Our little warrior" - those were a mother's words in court before the man who brutally killed her daughter was sentenced to life in jail.
Ex-addict says patients should be given more information on risks of taking tramadol
Most members of Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners have at least one patient who is dependent on the painkiller, tramadol, the college says.
Luxon tours 'fantastic' guide dog training facility
National Party leader Christopher Luxon and deputy leader Nicola Willis were given a tour through a state-of-the-art guide dog training facility this week.
Kane Te Tai farewelled after being killed on Ukraine's frontline
A New Zealander killed fighting in Ukraine was farewelled today, with his funeral taking place in three parts across Auckland.
Chocolate eggs, bunnies hop up in price leaving consumers with bitter taste
Easter is just around the corner, but you might find this year's chocolate bunnies and eggs cost about 10 percent more than last year.
'It shouldn't be a luxury' - Soaring ticket prices leave gig goers cold
Inflation is everywhere these days, and the concert industry is no exception, with rising ticket prices hitting music fans where it hurts.
Students feel blindsided by last-minute closure of respected Auckland music school
A student at a respected music school says she was given just over two weeks' notice that her course had been called off.
More Kiwis opting for wood and charcoal over traditional gas BBQs
Interest in charcoal and wood barbecues has soared over the last two years as more people try out slow cooked meats, according to retailers.
Prolific porker: Tagger hits Auckland 1000 times
A Presbyterian minister is disappointed" to have his church graffitied with the word 'pork' - but it is just some of the latest tagging in a more than year-long spree across Auckland.