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Wellbeing in medical care facilities isn’t just important for the patients (Image: Getty; additional design: Archi Banal)

How we can better protect the wellbeing of New Zealand nurses

Putting wellbeing at the heart of healthcare is important for staff as well as patients.

By Naomii Seah | 16th March, 2023

Contributing writer

The Dino Vest, for the very best (Image: Supplied)

The doggy designer turning hi-vis into high fashion

A new canine couture collaboration is helping dogs stay both stylish and safe.

By Reweti Kohere | 22nd April, 2022

(Image: Getty images and Tina Tiller)

How to plan for pandemic-era travel

With the prospect of international travel finally back in sight, there are a few new details we need to familiarise ourselves with.

By India Hendrikse | 1st March, 2022

Gerda Du Preez, Brightside Hospital general manager (Photography: Simon Devitt)

Healthy hospitals: The new thinking helping healthcare minimise its climate impact

Each of the over 300,000 surgeries in New Zealand every year produces massive amounts of landfill waste. Is there another option?

By India Hendrikse | 26th October, 2021

Pause, breathe, smile: Teaching tamariki the power of mindfulness

Pause, breathe, smile: Teaching tamariki the power of mindfulness

Teaching students mindfulness is even more crucial in such unpredictable times.

By Emily Writes | 14th October, 2021

Contributing writer

Summer is ready, are you? (Photo: Getty Images)

The art of packing: Start your summer the right way

Emily Writes lists the essential items you need to pack for your family road trip.

By Emily Writes | 22nd December, 2020

Contributing writer

The digital human who wants to talk to you about your health insurance

The digital human who wants to talk to you about your health insurance

Richard MacManus meets Aimee – the digital assistant with a human touch.

By Richard MacManus | 12th December, 2019