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Ingram retains Hawke's Bay excavator operator title
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Ingram retains Hawke's Bay excavator operator title

about 3 hours ago

His regional victory sends Marcus Ingram to the national finals after he beat eight other operators in Hastings.

Sofiah Nichole Salivio
SOFIAH NICHOLE SALIVIO News Editor
New Zealand

EDS doctor Chris Holdaway restricted from seeing patients by Medical Council

Hundreds of EDS patients may now struggle to get assessments for suspected vascular compression syndromes after the Medical Council imposed temporary restrictions.

about 17 hours ago · Anusha Bradley
Ministry of Health

'An agonising loss of life and potential': Three accidental drug overdose deaths per week

Nearly half of fatal overdose cases remain under investigation, as new figures show the toll has stayed stubbornly high for years.

about 17 hours ago · Kate Green
New Zealand Labour Party

Women flown out of region to give birth due to hiring challenges, not funding, MP says

Expectant mothers were flown or driven to Nelson for safety after temporary staffing gaps at Wairau Hospital exposed Marlborough's obstetrics shortage.

about 19 hours ago · Kira Carrington
New Zealand

Asbestos dumped at abandoned Hawke's Bay camp prompts boulder barrier

Ratepayers have paid more than $2000 to clear asbestos from the closed campground, prompting council to block vehicle access with boulders.

about 19 hours ago · Linda Hall
Utilities

McKay completes electrical upgrade for Clarks Beach plant

The upgraded plant can now treat more than five million litres of wastewater a day, bringing Clarks Beach closer to full operation.

1 day ago · Mara Sugue
Health New Zealand

Man dies after vital checks not provided in hospital, HDC finds

A watchdog says missed assessments and poor communication delayed diagnosis of acute limb ischaemia, before the patient's leg was amputated and he died.

1 day ago · Tracy Neal
Investigation

How working at height rules evolved in NZ

New guidance puts employers on notice that falls below three metres can still be fatal, tightening duties on planning and controls.

about 2 months ago • 9 min read
Explainer: How working at height rules evolved in NZ

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