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This award commemorates the life and legacy of Rhoena Davis, an inspirational leader in Māori health who passed away in 2024.
The award acknowledges women who have made or who are making a profound impact on health equity, strengthened rural health systems, and inspired future generations of leaders.
The Award will be launched at our 2026 Conference, 21st WONCA World Rural Health Conference.
Nominations currently open: for more information, click here
Awarded to individuals who have made a significant contribution to rural health in NZ.
Selection committee vote on awardee based on nomination forms submitted.
Recipient receives a medal and $500.
The awardee is presented with their medal at a special ceremony during the annual Rural Health Conference dinner.
Nominations currently open: Peter Snow Memorial Award Nominations 2026
Awarded to the best bureaucrat for contribution to rural health.
Recipient receives the Waka (held for one year and passed onto the next recipient).
The Waka is presented to the awardee at a special ceremony during the annual Rural Health Conference dinner.
Nominations currently closed.
The award recognises members of Hauora Taiwhenua who are positively impacting rural communities, rural health systems and/or rural workforces.
The awardee must be a current Hauora Taiwhenua member.
Individuals can be self-nominated or nominated by a member of Hauora Taiwhenua. Selection is made by the Research and Education Executive Committee.
Awardee receives a 12-month membership to Research Accelerator, valued at NZD$479 (sponsored prize by Research Accelerator).
The awardee is presented with the award at a special ceremony during the annual Rural Health Conference dinner.
The winner of the Emerging Educator Award will be supported in their professional development through a tailored prize that could include mentorship or attendance at a suitable event (up to $500, sponsored by Hauora Taiwhenua).
The awardee is presented with the award at a special ceremony during the Annual Rural Health Conference dinner.
Four scholarships awarded per year, worth $5,000 per scholarship. At least one awarded student must be of Māori/Pasifika ethnicity.
Awarded to first year tertiary students studying medicine, nursing and allied health supporting living costs and study resources.
Two scholarships awarded per year, worth $5,000 per scholarship.
Awarded to any health students, to support a 12-week elective/studentship, and/or research placement within a rural community of the student’s choice (intended to help cover living expenses).
