Isaac Davison

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Isaac Davison

Government House in Auckland is used to host foreign leaders, state dinners and investiture ceremonies. Staffing at Government House in Auckland could be slashed as part of a cost-cutting drive at the organisation that runs the sprawling Epsom property – one of the country’s most valuable homes. The home is Governor-General Cindy Kiro’s residence when she is in Auckland and is used for official events including the hosting of foreign dignitaries and investiture ceremonies.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Isaac Davison

Melatonin will soon be available over the counter at pharmacies after the Government said it would relax restrictions on the sleep medication. Medsafe has also approved the use of medicinal psilocybin - also known as magic mushrooms - for patients with depression. At present, melatonin is a restricted medication in New Zealand and most patients require a prescription. It is commonly used to treat insomnia or jet lag.

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Isaac Davison

GenPro chairman Dr Angus Chambers said pressure on GP fees may be less this year because of funding increases. Photo / George HeardGPs are quietly confident they will get a funding increase to at least cover their costs as weeks of tense negotiations with Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora come to a close. That could be good news for patients, because practices would be under less pressure to raise their consultation fees this year.

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Isaac Davison

University of Auckland vice-chancellor Dawn Freshwater. Departing University of Auckland vice chancellor Dawn Freshwater lost the confidence of many of her academic staff after a tumultuous period of leadership, her colleagues say. Freshwater abruptly announced her resignation yesterday, just six months into her second five-year term in one of the most prestigious roles in the country.

2 weeks ago | newstalkzb.co.nz | Isaac Davison

University of Auckland vice-chancellor Dawn Freshwater has resigned. The university said today Freshwater had tendered her resignation but would remain in the role until early 2026. Chancellor Cecilia Tarrant said the extended notice period would allow the university to find a new vice-chancellor. Freshwater was the university’s first female vice-chancellor when she was appointed in March 2020 and steered the university through the Covid-19 pandemic.