Ashburton teen named National Cadet of the Year
Nate Woods is now the voice of nearly 3000 youth. The Ashburton teen has been named St John National Cadet of the Year.
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Walking to make the journey less lonely
Four Canterbury women will walk 280km across Portugal's Camino Portugués, raising funds for prostate cancer support.
Christchurch health staff face workload pressure
There's concern health vacancies are pushing staff towards burnout, but Health NZ says care remains safe.
Concerns over health subject roll out
A new Health Services and Care subject is being questioned by teachers over logistics and consultation.
ADHD care improvement, but work to do
Early data suggests improvements in ADHD care following this year's law changes, but the benefits may not be for everyone.
Where stillness lives: inside Cherish
In the heart of the city, a unique sanctuary is quietly transforming what it means to belong. Cherish, a community-focused space dedicated to wellbeing and connection, is welcoming people from all wal…
“They’ve told me that’s it.." Dad denied more time
A Canterbury father with incurable blood cancer is calling for access to a life-extending treatment not funded in New Zealand.
Measles immunisation push underway
Te Whatu Ora and Minister of Health are encouraging people to get vaccinated.
Christchurch teen seeks US cancer treatment
A Christchurch teen is calling for expanded glioblastoma treatment after having to travel to the US for life saving medical care.
Christchurch nurses strike for patient safety
Christchurch nurses will join thousands nationwide in a strike this week over what they're calling unsafe staffing levels.