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NZ needs a 300% increase in qualified midwives – and those working need more support and recognition

New Zealand’s understaffed and underfunded midwifery sector is hoping to benefit from increased health funding announced in the 2024 budget. The government has promised NZ$8.15 billion in additional operating capital for the health system, with $3.44 billion earmarked for hospital and speciality services and $2.12 billion for primary care and…

The Conversation · Jun 17, 2024

Trent Boult is a great servant of New Zealand and world cricket: Williamson

NEW DELHI: New Zealand captain Kane Williamson expressed his admiration for Trent Boult, the departing left-arm fast bowler, on Monday. Williamson acknowledged Boult's significant contributions to both New Zealand and international cricket, emphasising his enduring legacy as a remarkable player.

The Times of India · Jun 17, 2024

T20 World Cup: Lockie Ferguson's record spell hands New Zealand consolation win over PNG

NEW DELHI: Lockie Ferguson made history with the most economical spell in T20Is as New Zealand ended their World Cup campaign with a dominant seven-wicket win over Papua New Guinea in Trinidad on Monday.

The Times of India · Jun 17, 2024

Turkiye vs Georgia live stream: How to watch Euro 2024 online and for free, team news

Here's how to watch Turkiye vs Georgia live streams in their Euro 2024 Group F game at Westfalenstadion from anywhere in the world online and potentially for free.

Tom’s Guide · Jun 17, 2024

Virgin Australia Flight Bound For Melb Forced To Land After Engine Catches Fire: ‘A Tad Shaken’

A Virgin Australia flight heading to Melbourne from Queenstown New Zealand was forced to land after a fire broke out in its engine.

Pedestrian.tv · Jun 17, 2024

Israel Adesanya confirms UFC 305 fight with Dricus Du Plessis after months of speculation

The Nigerian-New Zealander, a former middleweight champion, looks set for a grudge match in Australia

The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2024

Budget cuts to climate funding mean NZ may now struggle to meet its international obligations

With no new investment to combat climate change in last month’s budget, and a long list of cuts to climate and environment-related areas, the government risks damaging its global reputation.

The Conversation · Jun 17, 2024

NZDF plane fails again, strands delegation in PNG

Dozens of senior New Zealand business leaders were stuck in Papua New Guinea overnight after a plane failure hit the mission led by Prime Minister Chris Luxon.

AAP · Jun 17, 2024

New Zealand Dollar Exchange Rate Hits USD 1.63

New Zealand Dollar TO USD buying exchange rate is USD 1.63 as per open market rate and NZD TO USD selling exchange rate for 1 New Zealand Dollar is USD 1.6...

Top News · Jun 17, 2024

NZ Greens co-leader reveals cancer diagnosis

The New Zealand Greens' year of tragedy and scandal has continued with co-leader Marama Davidson revealing a breast cancer diagnosis.

AAP · Jun 17, 2024