Kaipara Medical Centre

16/02/2026

Trying to eat healthier but don't know where to start?

Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean fancy recipes or strict rules. It’s about simple, everyday choices that fuel your body and make you feel good. From how to build a balanced plate to tips for shopping smarter, we’ve got the basics covered and it’s easier than you think. Check out a helpful resource from Healthify linked below.

https://healthify.nz/hauora-wellbeing/h/healthy

And if you need some extra support building healthy habits, book in for a FREE appointment with our Health Coach Roz.

05/02/2026

Today is Waitangi Day, commemorating the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
On this significant day, we can reflect on how we can continue to respect, value, and uphold the principles of Te Tiriti.

03/02/2026

Recently, the NZ Government announced that GPs and Nurse Practitioners can now diagnose Adult ADHD and start stimulant treatment. However, there’s still uncertainty about the training and scope required to do this safely and accurately.

At Kaipara Medical Centre, we want to support patients seeking an ADHD diagnosis, but we believe this needs to be done with thorough assessment and appropriate support. At this stage, our clinicians are not yet offering formal ADHD assessments or initiating stimulant medication, but we are undertaking further training, with an aim to start offering this service from April 2026.

To learn more about this change and our plans, read the full article on our website’s News page (link below).

01/02/2026

Kia ora all,

Kaipara Medical Centre will be closed on Friday 6 February, for Waitangi Day. If you need health support during this time, our afterhours service Ka Ora Telecare is available weeknights from 5pm – 8:30am, and 24/7 on weekends and public holidays - call 09 420 8400.

You can also contact Healthline, a free 24/7 service where you can speak with a nurse or paramedic. They can provide health advice and help guide you on what to do next. Call 0800 611 116.

🚨 In an emergency, call 111.
Thanks for your support

27/01/2026

23/01/2026

Kia ora all,

Kaipara Medical Centre will be closed on Monday 26 January, for the Auckland Anniversary public holiday. If you need health support during this time, our afterhours service Ka Ora Telecare is available weeknights from 5pm – 8:30am, and 24/7 on weekends and public holidays - call 09 420 8400.

You can also contact Healthline, a free 24/7 service where you can speak with a nurse or paramedic. They can provide health advice and help guide you on what to do next. Call 0800 611 116.
🚨 In an emergency, call 111.

Thanks for your support

15/01/2026

Talking about your mental health can feel scary, but opening up is one of the most powerful steps you can take. Whether it’s with whānau, a close friend or a health professional, sharing what’s on your mind can ease the load and help you feel understood. Check out these practical talking points from Healthify to help you start the kōrero:

Having a support team when you have a mental health needs is really important. It might be hard to talk to others about your mental health problem but it can help others understand and help.

13/01/2026

Have you recently finished high school or uni and not sure what’s next? Or maybe you’re already working or studying but still looking for connection, support, and some real-life tools to help you navigate adulthood?

I will be running a free 6-week series designed for young adults aged 17–24, where you can meet new people, share ideas, and learn practical skills for life, plus there’s free kai (food) every week!

Anyone is welcome, so bring your mates!

Find out more details on the Kaipara Medical website, linked below:
https://www.kaiparamedicalcentre.co.nz/news/figuring-it-out-wellbeing-programme/

12/01/2026

🪑 Chair Fitness is Back! 🪑

A friendly reminder that Chair Fitness returns this Wednesday 🙌

Perfect for all abilities — gentle movement, strength, balance, and a good laugh along the way it’s also a Free class.

📅 This Wednesday

⏰1pm

📍 St John’s on Rata Street

Come along, bring a friend, and let’s get moving together 💙

No experience needed — just turn up and have a go!

06/01/2026

Settling back into a routine after the holidays isn't always easy. Now is a great time to write down some goals and set intentions for the New Year ahead.

If you are seeking support with making lifestyle changes, our Health Coach Roz can help you. A Health Coach is a healthcare professional who can help you gain the knowledge, skills, tools, and confidence to take an active role in your health journey. A Health Coach can help you with things like managing long term conditions, empowering you to reach your health goals, and making lasting, positive changes to your lifestyle.

To book a FREE appointment with our Health Coach, give reception a call on 09 420 8400.

04/01/2026

Dear Kaipara Medical Centre Patients,

Please accept our sincere apologies for any concern or distress caused by the text message that was sent to all patients last week. We acknowledge that both the timing and wording of this message may have caused unnecessary worry, and we are very sorry for this.

Kaipara Medical Centre is currently reviewing patient enrolments to ensure we meet the requirements set out by Health New Zealand.

This process is important so that we can continue to receive the government funding that supports the ongoing operation of our clinic and enables us to provide care to our community.
Under Health New Zealand guidance, patients who enrolled with Kaipara Medical Centre prior to 2011 are required to complete an updated enrolment form. We are in the process of identifying and contacting only those patients who require this update.

Unfortunately, the message sent last week was sent to all patients in error. We sincerely apologise for this mistake. The wording of the message was also incorrect, and we would like to reassure you that no enrolments will be cancelled while awaiting completion of an updated enrolment form. If you are currently enrolled with Kaipara Medical Centre, your care will continue as normal, regardless of whether you have completed a new enrolment form at this stage.

If you believe you may have enrolled with us prior to 2011 and wish to complete an updated enrolment form, you can do so either:
• Online via our website www.kaiparamedicalcentre.co.nz
• In person with our reception team the next time you visit the clinic.

If you are unsure whether you need to update your enrolment and would like us to check for you, please feel free to contact us on 09 420 8400 or email admin@kaiparamed.co.nz.

We would also like to reassure all patients that the text message sent last week was not related in any way to the recent Manage My Health patient portal data breach reported in the media. Kaipara Medical Centre does not use Manage My Health; we use a different patient portal called MyIndici. The message you received was not a scam, and there have been no data breaches or security issues associated with the MyIndici portal.

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We appreciate your understanding and patience.
The team at Kaipara Medical Centre wish you a very Happy New Year. We look forward to continuing to care for our community throughout 2026.

Kind regards,
The Team at Kaipara Medical Centre

Kaipara Medical Centre – Putting local health first – Te hau ora tua-tahi o awaroa – Focused on the best health outcomes for our patients and the South Kaipara community.

31/12/2025

Happy New Year from the Kaipara Medical Centre team!