Shaky grounds for Te Whatu Ora cost-cutting
Shaky grounds for Te Whatu Ora cost-cutting read more
Sep
2024
19
Sep
2024
19
ACC proposes rises in levies to fund future injury costs
The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) is proposing rises in levies that will cost households and businesses worth hundreds of dollars a year over the next three years. Read...
Sep
2024
18
Health targets: High-level implementation plans published
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora has today published high-level implementation plans to make progress on achieving the Government’s health targets by 2030. Read more
Sep
2024
18
2023 Health and Independence Report published
The Ministry of Health – Manatū Hauora has published the 2023 Health and Independence Report. The report, produced annually, provides an overview of the state of public health and wellbeing in New Zealand for the 2023 calendar year. Read...
Sep
2024
18
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora announces new National Health Index (NHI) format effective 1 July 2026
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora will introduce a new format for the National Health Index (NHI) starting 1 July 2026. This significant update aims to enhance the capacity and efficiency of patient identification within New Zealand’s health system. Read...
Sep
2024
3
The cost of everything and the value of nothing: New Zealand’s under-investment in health
In July, Minister of Health Dr Shane Reti dismissed Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora’s Board, despite most positions already being vacant, and appointed a commissioner, Professor Lester Levy. Read...
Sep
2024
3
Redesigned Ministry of Health website now live
“I am excited about the experience our redesigned website offers to people looking for information on our website,” says Sarah Turner, Deputy Director-General Government and Executive Services at Ministry of Health. Read...
Sep
2024
2
Health NZ offers voluntary redundancy to some staff
In recent times there has been much conversation about Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora’s financial situation and our ability to sustainably deliver health services to New Zealanders, within our budgets. Read...
Aug
2024
28
The primary care workforce crisis: defining the problems and finding solutions
The primary care workforce crisis in New Zealand is evolving, and multiple problems are at different stages. Read more
Aug
2024
28
Turbulence at Te Whatu Ora drives spinning narratives
It’s a tricky business working in the health sector. The first trick is figuring out who is in charge. Read more
Key issues
HEALTH SERVICES AND SYSTEMS
Covering developments in the provision, funding and organisation of health care services.
EQUITY
Exploring the impacts of the health system on minorities within the population, notably including Māori, Pacifica, Asians and LGBTQI.
DRUGS, DEVICE AND DIAGNOSTICS
Covering prescription medicines and medical devices.
PUBLIC HEALTH
Focusing on efforts to promote health and prevent disease through social and economic interventions.
DIGITAL HEALTH
Exploring the potential digital transformation to provide a more connected and accessible health system.
TE TIRITI
Monitoring how the health reforms and the performance of the health sector uphold Te Tiriti obligations.