Ultra-processed foods are becoming dominant in our diets, causing a surge in diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and depression, say a group of researchers, including one from NZ. The scientists publish ...

Six children's coloured sand products are being recalled after they were found to be contaminated with asbestos. The ...

Native creatures and habitats across Tongariro National Park have been disrupted by a massive 3,000 hectare blaze. The Department of Conservation says its staff will assess the site when safe to do so ...

People are more likely to age faster if they only speak one language, a new study shows. Researchers looked at data from over ...

Among several changes announced last night, the Government says the Climate Change Commission won't be required to advise on emissions reduction plans. The Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) will also be ...

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With measles spreading in the community and vaccination coverage too low to stop it, a national immunisation week starting on Monday aims to raise vaccination rates. Immunisation coverage of 95% is ...

The new national science curriculum up to Year 10 has been released for consultation. It divides teaching into two ‘strands’: Physical Science, which focuses on matter, energy, Earth & space; and ...