Role A practice located in Kawhia is seeking a general practitioner (GP) for a short-term role available from 15 to 23 December 2026. The role involves working four to five sessions per week, with no on-call requirements. The practice is able to assist with accommodation and a vehicle.
Location Kawhia is a peaceful coastal town on New Zealand’s rugged west coast, where natural beauty and deep cultural roots come together. Framed by a stunning harbour and wild surf beaches, it’s best known for its rare ocean-front hot water springs—dig your own pool in the sand and soak as the waves roll in. Steeped in Māori history as the final resting place of the Tainui waka, Kawhia offers a strong sense of heritage and community. Life here moves at a gentler pace, ideal for those seeking balance, connection, and wide‑open spaces. Whether you’re drawn by outdoor adventure, meaningful work, or the chance to live somewhere truly different, Kawhia invites you to slow down, belong, and experience a more authentic side of Aotearoa New Zealand. For more on the region, click here.
