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More than one in four prescription errors picked up by pharmacists had a potentially serious risk of harm to patients, an audit has found.Key facts: 1145 reports submitted with 1247 “issues” identifiedDose issues most common (25.93%), followed by quantities, missing details and inappropriate medications26% of problems “high risk of harm” to patientsPharmacists spent 347 hours in total resolving problemsMean resolution time just under 19 minutesIn total, 68 pharmacies in the Midland Region took part in the week-long Script Audit – the first exploration of electronic scripts in New Zealand – using a purpose-built reporting app.The Midland Region covers areas like…
Roll out the barbecue and slap on some sunscreen — MetService is forecasting a warm and sunny weekend for most of the country. The forecaster said warm temperatures were expected in both the North and South Islands, with Christchurch forecast to get close to 30C today. Areas of the North Island, including Auckland, were expected to hit highs of around 24C. Speaking to Breakfast, MetService meteorologist Heather Keats said most places were in for “a really lovely weekend”, but cautioned some areas could still feel the tail-end of wet weather. “So most places are going to stay dry today and…
The before and after shots tell the story: West Coast Regional Council staff have had some wins in the ongoing war on the pestilential water weed, Parrot’s Feather.Originally dumped from domestic aquariums, the South American plant has spread to many parts of New Zealand, and the WCRC has been tackling infestations in Kongahu at Karamea and Kaniere, near Hokitika.After: A Ruatapu waterway freed from Parrot’s Feather by the work of West Coast Regional Council staff. (Source: Local Democracy Reporting)Parrot’s Feather formed dense floating mats on a waterway, outcompeting native plants, reducing water flow, food and habitat for fish.It could clog…
Warning: This story contains content some may find disturbing.Convicted killer Nathan Boulter was investigated four years ago over an allegation he raped a 15-year-old girl when he was 14.He was spoken to while serving time in Otago prison where he denied any wrongdoing, and said the sex between the two was not rape and that the woman was his girlfriend at the time.Police said after reviewing all the available evidence, the matter did not reach the threshold to prosecute under the Solicitor-General Prosecution Guidelines.Boulter – who had a long history of stalking and assaulting ex-partners – pleaded guilty last week…
The police minister says the correct process was followed by his electorate staff who forwarded emails containing allegations about former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming to his ministerial office, months before he was made aware.The Independent Police Conduct Authority’s report found “the emails allegedly sent by Ms Z dramatically increased in their number and distribution” in December 2023 and January 2024.The report said the emails were sent to a range of people and organisations, including McSkimming himself, then-Commissioner Andrew Coster, then-Deputy Commissioner Tania Kura, the Prime Minister, the Police Minister, the IPCA, and various media outlets.Mark Mitchell, who is also MP…
A truck crash on Auckland’s northern motorway just after 11.30am Friday is causing “significant” congestion.Police said the SH1 crash happened near the Millwater off-ramp.There were no reports of injury.Motorists were advised to seek alternative routes or expect delays as both north and southbound lanes were affected.
Visitors are being urged to be aware of toxins as New Zealand’s biggest regional park re-opens just in time for summer after a pest control operation.The final laying of 1080 bait in the Hūnua Ranges, Waharau and Whakatiwai was completed last month, ahead of the reopening on Thursday.The bait contains sodium fluoroacetate ‒ a targeted toxin effective against mammalian pests while minimising impact on native birds and insects.The operation was to get rid of rats, stoats and possums to protect native birds, such as the endangered kōkako, and fauna in the ranges.Auckland Council regional parks manager Scott De Silva said…
Police have arrested a man who allegedly assaulted an Auckland kebab shop worker – despite being given a free meal. The man went into the eatery on Henderson’s Rathgar Rd at around 9.45pm on October 26, police said. He proceeded to intimidate a person working there, who offered him a free kebab in an attempt to keep the peace. Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting said the man took the kebab, walked around the counter and assaulted the employee. He said the victim was then forced to hand over all of the money from the cash register before being assaulted again.…
The Defence Force has confirmed it will buy two new aircraft with additional capabilities as part of a six-year lease-to-buy scheme. Two new Airbus A321XLR aircraft would be purchased for the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF), as part of a deal signed with US-based Air Lease Corporation.The deal had been signalled previously, as part of the Government’s $2.7 billion investment into the Defence Capability Plan announced in April to replace the ageing Seasprites and Boeing 757s.Overall, the plane project has capital costs of $620 million and four-year operating costs of $80.86 million.Defence Force chief air marshal Tony Davies said…
By Euronews Published on 22/11/2025 – 7:00 GMT+1 EU editor Maria Tadeo will be one of the faces of Europe Today from Monday as Euronews launches its new flagship morning programme, bringing you up to speed on the major news events of the day. The long-time Brussels-based correspondent comes with more than a decade of EU reporting experience, including coverage of NATO summits, G7 meetings, and major elections across the continent. As part of Europe Today, Tadeo will bring you the day’s key events plus crucial analysis of all the stories shaping the EU and beyond. “The show is about zeitgeist,”…