The Village Family Medical

18/02/2026

At Petal, we provide Respite Care, Transitional Care, and Short Term Respite Care, because every whānau’s circumstances are different — and support should reflect that.

Here’s a snapshot picture of what Respite Care at Petal can look like:

🤍 A māmā with an outstanding arrest warrant, seeking to hand herself in to leave her past behind and begin a lifelong journey of healing and growth with her baby.

🤍 A māmā in hospital needing treatment or undergoing surgery.

🤍 A māmā undergoing detox before reuniting with her baby.

🤍 A māmā working hard to secure stable and safe housing for herself and her baby.

Respite Care isn’t one-size-fits-all.
It is responsive.
It is relational.
It is tailored.

Because when families are supported well, babies have the very best possible start in life. 💛

We’re here to hold space, provide safety, and help carry the load.

To learn more or make a referral, please email
info@ petal.foundation

24/12/2025

To our 'Village whanau',

As the holiday season fills our hearts and homes with warmth, all of us at The Village Family Medical would like to extend our sincerest wishes to you and your loved ones.

🎄 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎆

We are truly grateful for the trust you place in us and for allowing us to be a part of your health and wellness journey. It is a privilege to care for such a wonderful community, and your kindness and support mean more to us than words can express.

May this season bring you peace, good health, joy, and special moments with those you cherish. We look forward to continuing to serve you in the coming year and beyond.

With warmest wishes and heartfelt thanks,
The Village Family Medical Team

Please note: We are closed from 24/12/2025 and will re-open on Monday 05th January 2026 at 7am.

Click on link for medical care options during our holiday closure: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/gd03fcc4yzqz2e8jgyp2b/Nearest-urgent-care-provider-1.pdf?rlkey=38q6cwetstasddd8ok42k9rqq&st=10d3mhly&dl=0

24/12/2025

Petal Foundation Charitable Trust
DECEMBER 2025 NEWSLETTER

Read full newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/2dc75a97732b/update-from-petal-17991340?e=1ae2be354c

17/12/2025

🎉 Auckland PHO Awards – A Night to Celebrate 🎉

Last Thursday, our team had the privilege of attending the Auckland PHO Awards, recognising excellence and dedication across primary healthcare in our region.

We’re proud to share that our practice was acknowledged on the night, receiving several awards, a reflection of the hard work and commitment our team brings to caring for our patients and community.

🏆 Our awards included:
- Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Risk assessment
- Childhood immunisations - 6 weeks olds
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) primary & Cervical (CV) screening for high needs population
- CEO's award - special recognition for outstanding service to the community.

Special Recognitions:
We are also delighted that we celebrated:

- RN Maureen, honoured for her outstanding dedication to nursing, with an incredible 50+year career of service to patients and the community.
- NP Angela and NP Sailau, who received special awards for outstanding leadership in their roles as Nurse Practitioners — a testament to their professionalism, leadership, and commitment to high-quality care.

Thank you to our wonderful team and to our patients for your continued trust and support. We are very proud to share this achievement with you.

14/12/2025

14/12/2025

Kia ora everyone!
Here is a calendar of fun activities your Tamariki can be part of in the lead up to Christmas! come and say hi and join us for some festive fun.

10/12/2025

🚨 VENUE CHANGE! 🚨

Due to unforseen circumstances out of our control, we've had to relocate this Saturday's Tāmaki Festive Gala to a bigger and better location at📍136 Taniwha Street Glen Innes

But don't worry, we're transporting all the exciting fun and good vibes there with us 🎉

Please share the word with friends and whānau, and we'll see you there! 🗣

09/12/2025

Please be aware that roadworks are scheduled for January 2026 at the KFC/Mobil roundabout in Glen Innes. If you normally travel through this area to come see us, consider planning an alternate route. We also recommend leaving earlier than usual to allow for potential delays and increased traffic during this period.

Construction on the roundabout outside KFC / Mobil is going to start early January and take four weeks. This work will connect the Pt England Road cycle lane with the new cycle lane on Merton connecting to the train station. There is going to be a new crossing on Line Road outside KFC, and another one between Line Road and Apirana Ave. See the attached drawing that shows what the new layout will look like. Merton Road is at the bottom (completed), with Pilkington on the right, and Line Road / Pt England road at the top. Thank you for your patience, they are almost finished!

09/12/2025

🎄✨Heartfelt Thanks to the Small Miracles Staff & Families✨🎄

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible staff and families at Small Miracles for the generous Christmas gifts you donated for the children we serve. Your kindness and thoughtfulness have filled our hearts, and will soon fill little ones’ hearts with joy, hope, and holiday magic.

Because of you, our patients will experience the warmth of the season in a truly special way. Your support reminds us that compassion and community can make all the difference, especially during this time of year.

Thank you for helping us bring smiles, comfort, and Christmas cheer to children who need it most. 🩵🎁
We are truly grateful for each of you.

Wishing you all a beautiful, joy-filled holiday season! 🎆💜

04/12/2025

04/12/2025

Five new measles cases have been confirmed today – one in Dunedin, three in Auckland and one in Waikato. The number of known measles cases nationally since 8 October is now 27.

📍 Check the Locations of Interest page and follow public health advice: http://spr.ly/61897v6H1
🛑 Measles spreads *very easily*. If you're feeling unwell, stay home and call Healthline on 0800 611 116.
💙 Immunisation is your best protection. Two doses of the MMR vaccine protect 99% of people.
🔵 Booking options for getting a vaccine can be found on this page: info.health.nz/immunisations/booking-a-vaccine

✅ No appointment? No problem! Many clinics and some pharmacies offer walk-in vaccinations.

🔍 Symptoms to watch for: high fever / cough, runny nose, sore red eyes / rash starting on the face, spreading down the body.

📞 Suspect measles? If you plan to visit a doctor's clinic, or urgent care, please make sure you call ahead before visiting. This enables the clinic to prepare and take the right precautions to protect others from catching measles.

More info: http://spr.ly/61887v6HE

08/09/2025