New international research is raising serious concerns about the impact of screen time on babies and toddlers, with public health experts warning that excessive exposure could affect sleep, language development, eyesight and overall wellbeing. But researchers say the responsibility for change must go beyond parents and include technology companies, government policy and better support for…

A pledge by the National Party to establish a new marine reserve off Waiheke Island has been welcomed by environmental campaigners, but Friends of the Hauraki Gulf says protecting Tīkapa Moana cannot wait until after the election. The conservation group has congratulated National on its commitment to create a marine reserve off Waiheke and expand…

ACT leader David Seymour has unveiled a sweeping election fiscal plan promising to reduce government debt by $12.4 billion, but Labour and the Greens have launched a fierce attack, warning that the proposals could come at a significant cost to disabled New Zealanders, working families and public services. With the November 7 general election approaching,…