Health
Not so awful offal
Proponents of offal-eating point out that it's just polite to use every part of a beast we've killed .... it's really the least we can do. Audio
Doctors welcome government's GP training funding shake-up
The GP clinic funding model will be updated for the first time in more than 20 years, and more trainees will have their fees covered.
'Blindsided': Health NZ hires 45 percent of mid-year grad nurses
Health NZ used to hire 80-90 percent of all graduates, a nursing student says.
NZ not in top 10 for end of life care
New Zealand was once ranked third in the world for end-of-life care, now we don't even make the top 10. Palliative Care Collaborative Aotearoa chairperson Catherine D'Souza spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
National MP says Labour bill will improve financial conditions for retirement village residents
A leaked recording has revealed a National MP thinks a Labour Party plan will improve the financial conditions for retirement village residents. Labour's spokesperson for seniors Ingrid Leary spoke to… Audio
Risks identified with Gumboot Friday's 'fee-for-service' model
Gumboot Friday's youth counselling initiative has had its $6m annual contract renewed, despite health officials identifying ongoing risks.
'We are meeting the demand': Mike King on govt funding for counselling initiative
The founder of Gumboot Friday says all young people who are coming through are getting sessions in an appropriate time frame. Audio
Minister defends another year of funding for controversial charity
Gumboot Friday will continue to get funding to 2026, despite past questions about its founder and funding. Audio
Gumboot Friday gets green light for second year of funding
Gumboot Friday has had a green light for its second year of funding but has had its targets increased after meeting the minimum numbers set for its first year. Last year the process by which the… Audio
Healthworkers want MPs to waive private health insurance
A group of specialists, nurses, GPs, and paramedics says politicians should rely on the public health system they're in charge of. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 24th July 2025
In today's episode, polytechnics are cutting more than 500 courses and nearly a thousand jobs so they can stand alone financially once mega-institute Te Pukenga closes; A year into a four-year… Audio
How the Rural Mama Collective is helping unite mothers
A rural mum and nurse has launched a collective to support rural mothers with newborn babies in the Wairarapa region Rural Mama Collective is the brainchild of mum of four Sarah Tatham, who struggled… Audio
Govt asks Gumboot Friday to do more
A year into a four-year contract worth $24 million, the government is wanting more out of the youth mental health programme, Gumboot Friday. Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey spoke to Charlotte Cook.
…Calls for MPs to walk the talk on health
In an open letter challenging members of parliament a group of frontline healthcare workers is calling on politicians to walk the talk on health. Spokesperson Dr Marcus Lee spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Nelson Hospital review reveals 'nothing of substance' - patient advocate
Daniel Walker says the hospital's long wait times, understaffing and ageing infrastructure have been obvious for years. Audio
Scathing review of Nelson Hospital released
A scathing review of Nelson Hospital has found the persistent delays in recruiting medical staff has been compounded by ageing infrastructure and increasing demand for service. Health New Zealand's… Audio
Open letter signed asking MPs to give up private healthcare
Thirty health workers - including specialists, GPs and nurses - have signed an open letter to MPs asking them to waive their right to private healthcare during their time in office. Ruth Hill reports.
…Alleged ties between NZ First and vaping companies a 'dangerous risk' to New Zealanders
Advocacy group Vape-Free Kids wants the party stripped of the tobacco and vaping portfolio it holds in government. Audio
Nelson Hospital review dismissed as a 'plan to make a plan'
Persistent delays in recruiting medical staff has been compounded by ageing infrastructure and increasing demand for services, a review of the hospital has found.
Delays at Nelson hospital becoming "dangerous"
Ageing infrastructure, persistent delays in recruiting staff and an increasing demand for services have been identified as some of the issues facing Nelson Hospital. A review was commissioned after… Audio
