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New Rural Health Declaration Warns Current System Is Failing Rural Communities
Monday, 11 May 2026, 5:19 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Hauora Taiwhenua says the Declaration is intended to serve as a practical national roadmap for improving healthcare access and outcomes for rural New Zealanders. More >>
Dr Peter Freeman Honoured With Peter Snow Memorial Award At 21st WONCA World Rural Health Conference
Friday, 24 April 2026, 9:42 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
For more than a decade, Peter has dedicated himself to strengthening emergency care in rural Aotearoa, working alongside a small team to deliver hands-on, locally tailored training to clinicians in some of the country’s most remote communities. More >>
Inaugural Rhoena Davis Wāhine Rangatira Award Honours Rural Health Leader Tania Chamberlain
Friday, 24 April 2026, 9:31 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
As the inaugural recipient, Tania is recognised for her transformative leadership in rural health, her unwavering commitment to hauora equity, and her deep connection to the communities she serves. More >>
Global Rural Health Leaders Gather in Aotearoa for Rural WONCA 2026
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 6:48 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
With over 900 delegates, from 36 countries and more than 300 presenters, Rural WONCA 2026 positions Aotearoa New Zealand as a global leader in rural health policy, innovation and advocacy. More >>
Hauora Taiwhenua Welcomes Labour’s Primary Care Focus And GP Ownership Support Policy
Monday, 1 December 2025, 9:38 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Access to general practice remains a significant challenge, with many rural New Zealanders unable to afford a doctor’s visit and many rural communities struggling to attract and retain GPs. More >>
Hauora Taiwhenua Celebrates The Long-Awaited Launch Of Rural Training Hubs
Tuesday, 23 September 2025, 1:17 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
The first Interprofessional Rural Training Hub announced today will be based in South Taranaki and involve the rural hospital in Hāwera, general practices, iwi providers, and other private primary care providers in the region. More >>
Rural Health Careers Programme Continues To Inspire Rangatahi In Bay Of Plenty And Gisborne
Wednesday, 3 September 2025, 9:08 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
The upcoming September tours will visit a number of rural high schools and kura, creating face-to-face opportunities for students to explore pathways in medicine, nursing, midwifery, allied health, or other health professions. More >>
New Zealand Rural Health Leader Dr Jo Scott-Jones To Deliver Prestigious John McLeod Oration
Tuesday, 2 September 2025, 10:07 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Dr Scott-Jones has been at the forefront of rural health in New Zealand for over three decades. More >>
Delighted With The Announcement Of A Third Medical School At Waikato University Focussing On Rural Doctors
Monday, 21 July 2025, 5:19 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Clear research shows that rural-origin students who train in rural areas and are trained by rural health professionals are six times more likely to work in those rural areas post-graduation. More >>
Budget 2025 Fails Rural Health Promises – Hauora Taiwhenua Warns Of Growing Inequities
Friday, 23 May 2025, 12:46 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
The health budget has increased by 4.8% overall which doesn’t cover increases in the cost of health care delivery and population gains. The Budget lacks any specific commitment to address long-standing inequities in rural healthcare. More >>
Hauora Taiwhenua Celebrates Government Investment In Rural Urgent Care Services While Waiting For Support In Budget 2026
Monday, 19 May 2025, 11:06 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Six rural and remote communities across Aotearoa have been selected as prototype sites, including Great Barrier Island, Coromandel, Te Kuiti, Tūrangi, Golden Bay, and Twizel. More >>
Dr Gayle O’Duffy Honoured With 2025 Peter Snow Memorial Award At National Rural Health Conference
Tuesday, 6 May 2025, 9:11 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
For more than two decades, Gayle has been a cornerstone of rural health in her community. Quietly steadfast & deeply committed, her approach to healthcare is grounded in connection — not just treating individuals, but truly knowing them, their families, & the ... More >>
Hauora Taiwhenua Wins 21st WONCA World Rural Health Conference
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 10:15 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
This is the first time the global rural health conference for family doctors has been hosted by New Zealand, and we are very proud to be able to provide this unbeatable opportunity to our rural health community. The Conference runs from 10-13 April 2026, ... More >>
Hauora Taiwhenua Presents 10-Point Action Plan For Rural Māori Health
Friday, 28 February 2025, 3:25 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
The completion and submission of this action plan mark a significant step forward in addressing the long-standing inequities in rural Māori healthcare. Hauora Taiwhenua looks forward to collaborating with the Ministry to implement these actions and ensure More >>
Hauora Taiwhenua Seeks Early Meeting To Brief Minister Brown On Rural Health Issues.
Wednesday, 22 January 2025, 4:22 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Delays in committing to this initiative defies the undisputed fact that New Zealand must build its own health workforce, and is creating uncertainty across students’ tertiary enrolment decisions, and university intakes. More >>
Rural General Practice Survey: A Growing Threat To Access To Appropriate Health Care For Those Living In Country Areas
Thursday, 31 October 2024, 8:53 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Hauora Taiwhenua’s Chief Executive, Dr Grant Davidson, states, “Rural general practice is the backbone of health and wellbeing in rural communities, sustained by healthcare professionals who bring expertise, energy, and an unwavering commitment ... More >>
Hauora Taiwhenua Mourns The Loss Of Beloved Board Member, Rhoena Davis
Monday, 19 August 2024, 2:14 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that Hauora Taiwhenua announces the passing of Rhoena Davis, a cherished member of our Board and a passionate advocate for rural health and Māori healthcare in Aotearoa. More >>
Rural Practices Firmly Reject Government’s Offer Of Funding As Disgraceful
Thursday, 18 July 2024, 9:41 am | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
Along with representatives from other General Practices across the country, and their PHO colleagues, Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network attended today’s primary health care funding negotiations with Health NZ and rejected the offer as being disrespectful. More >>
Tertiary Students Encourage Rural Health Careers In Waikato And Bay Of Plenty
Monday, 24 June 2024, 1:44 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
In a bid to tackle the severe lack of health professionals in rural communities, a team of tertiary students are heading to country areas of Waikato and Bay of Plenty to promote rural health careers to high school students. More >>
Tertiary Students Encourage Rural Health Careers In Auckland, Waikato
Monday, 17 June 2024, 6:44 pm | Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network
They are trying to inspire more young rural people to pursue careers as GPs, nurses, or other health practitioners as part of Hauora Taiwhenua’s nationwide Rural Health Careers Programme. More >>
