Kiwi women have been forced to shop around or ration their existing HRT supply amid an ongoing shortage.

A new survey has revealed insights from the women affected by the dwindling supply, and Pharmac has warned the situation is likely to continue into 2025.

Hawke’s Bay GP Dr Samantha Newman says pharmacies are unable to keep a steady supply going, as much of the medication is unfunded.

"The really big issue here in New Zealand is - there's no other option. So it's either patches or nothing that's funded."

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Kiwi women have been forced to shop around or ration their existing HRT supply amid an ongoing shortage.
A new survey has revealed insights from the women affected by the dwindling supply, and Pharmac has warned the situation is likely to continue into 2025.
Hawke’s Bay GP Dr Samantha Newman says pharmacies are unable to keep a steady supply going, as much of the medication is unfunded.
"The really big issue here in New Zealand is - there's no other option. So it's either patches or nothing that's funded."
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Dr Samantha Newman: Hawke’s Bay GP on the ongoing HRT shortage impacting women

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The Warriors are prepared to let Luke Metcalf negotiate with other clubs.

A club statement says they will allow last year's first choice halfback to look for a new home, after falling down the pecking order following injuries over the last 12 months.

It comes with Tanah Boyd poised to re-sign until 2029.

Former Kiwis player Richie Barnett says it's a stunning turn of events.

"Obviously, we've seen through the year that he doesn't like playing six and Tanah Boyd's playing so well, Chanel's playing so well at six - Tanah Boyd's just amazing at seven, so it's incredible how the tide has turned."

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The Warriors are prepared to let Luke Metcalf negotiate with other clubs.
A club statement says they will allow last year's first choice halfback to look for a new home, after falling down the pecking order following injuries over the last 12 months.
It comes with Tanah Boyd poised to re-sign until 2029.
Former Kiwis player Richie Barnett says it's a stunning turn of events.
"Obviously, we've seen through the year that he doesn't like playing six and Tanah Boyd's playing so well, Chanel's playing so well at six - Tanah Boyd's just amazing at seven, so it's incredible how the tide has turned."
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Richie Barnett: former Kiwis player on Luke Metcalf negotiating with other clubs

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There's assurance scoping work on a second Auckland Harbour crossing is still under way, with plans expected mid-year.

Two Transport Agency reports have detailed defects in the 67 year-old bridge, and warn it's at risk of failure.

It says without long-term strengthening work, month-long lane closures, truck limits, and more wind-related restrictions are on the cards.

Chris Bishop says he won't be the Transport Minister who produces a pie-in-the sky idea that turns to custard.

He says they're taking an evidence led approach, engaging with the market, doing geotechnical assessments and extensive studies.

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There's assurance scoping work on a second Auckland Harbour crossing is still under way, with plans expected mid-year.
Two Transport Agency reports have detailed defects in the 67 year-old bridge, and warn it's at risk of failure.
It says without long-term strengthening work, month-long lane closures, truck limits, and more wind-related restrictions are on the cards.
Chris Bishop says he won't be the Transport Minister who produces a pie-in-the sky idea that turns to custard.
He says they're taking an evidence led approach, engaging with the market, doing geotechnical assessments and extensive studies.
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Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on the progress being made on a second Auckland Harbour crossing

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A new poll has the coalition returning to power - despite a drop in support for the minor Government parties. 

The latest Taxpayers' Union Curia poll has National up slightly to 30 percent and Labour down to 31.9 percent.

Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the minor parties have taken a hit, with ACT and NZ First looking less solid than they did in earlier polls. 

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A new poll has the coalition returning to power - despite a drop in support for the minor Government parties.&nbsp;
The latest Taxpayers' Union Curia poll has National up slightly to 30 percent and Labour down to 31.9 percent.
Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the minor parties have taken a hit, with ACT and NZ First looking less solid than they did in earlier polls.&nbsp;
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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the coalition looking likely to lead according to new poll

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Dr Samantha Newman: Hawke’s Bay GP on the ongoing HRT shortage impacting women

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