Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network welcomes the Government’s investment in Urgent Care services. “Urgent and unplanned care, including PRIME services, has been an identified priority concern for rural general practice for many years. We are glad to see the Government placing focus on this and looking to apply increased funding,” comments Chief Executive of Hauora Taiwhenua, Dr Grant Davidson.

Tania Chamberlain, Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Ngāti Kahungunu ki Tāmaki-nui-a-Rua, has spent over 30 years in the health sector. With a focus on providing equitable and culturally safe healthcare to whānau, particularly through the development of Hauora and social services. Chamberlain is passionate about ensuring her community has access to services designed for them, by them.

Hon Matt Doocey, Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Rural Health and Minister for Mental Health, will be coming to rural communities in New Zealand to hear about local health care services and how the Government can better support communities and people working in rural health.

Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Rural Health and Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey announced today he will be coming to 12 rural locations across the country on a Rural Health Roadshow, starting this week in Levin. “All New Zealanders deserve timely access to quality health care and this Government is committed to improving health and mental health outcomes, particularly for the one in five living in our rural communities,” Mr Doocey says.

New Zealand’s health system is under strain, and communities across the country are calling for urgent action. The Buller Declaration is a nationwide movement advocating for real change, and a series of Public Meetings are being held to raise awareness and gather support. We encourage you to attend a meeting near you, hear from expert speakers, and add your signature to the Declaration. Together, we can make a difference and ensure our voices are heard when the Declaration is presented to Parliament in November.

"Underfunded, under-resourced, under pressure." TVNZ's John Campbell takes a deep dive into the state of our health system—highlighting the urgent challenges faced in healthcare. Our Chief Executive, Dr Grant Davidson, shares powerful insights on the realities for rural communities and health professionals.