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ProCare is a leading healthcare provider that aims to deliver the most progressive, proactive and equitable health and wellbeing services in Aotearoa.

We’re dedicated to improving the primary care landscape and supporting our general practices in doing what they do best ...
17/08/2025

We’re dedicated to improving the primary care landscape and supporting our general practices in doing what they do best – helping their patients! In the past year, we’ve made strides in advocating for increased funding for primary care, innovating to find digital strategies that support practices and patients, and more.

We’re now in the running for the People’s Choice Award category in the 2025 2degrees Auckland Business Awards, which recognises businesses that have made a positive difference in their communities!

The winner is decided through online voting by members of the public. If you would like to vote for us and support our ongoing mission to improve primary care, you can do so via the link below – it’ll only take a moment. Voting closes on Thursday 21 August at 5pm.

https://2daba.awardsplatform.com/entry/vote/krMpkvbk

Mālō e lelei – it’s currently Tongan Language Week! It's a great opportunity for us to celebrate and learn more about th...
17/08/2025

Mālō e lelei – it’s currently Tongan Language Week! It's a great opportunity for us to celebrate and learn more about the unique language and culture of Tonga.

The theme for this year is 'Ko 'etau lea, ko e fe’unu mahu’inga ia ki he mo’ui ‘a e Tonga - Our language is a vital strand of our Tongan culture.’

If you want to learn some Tongan words and phrases, or find out more about the practices and customs of Tonga, you can do so by downloading our free language app, Tala-Moana - available on the Microsoft, Apple, and Google Play store.

You can also find more information on the Ministry for Pacific Peoples website:
https://www.mpp.govt.nz/programmes-and-funding/pacific-languages/pacific-language-weeks/tonga-language-week/

Did you know that one blood donation can save up to 3 lives? Currently, NZ Blood needs 43,380 blood and plasma donations...
14/08/2025

Did you know that one blood donation can save up to 3 lives?

Currently, NZ Blood needs 43,380 blood and plasma donations before the end of winter, to ensure hospitals and patients across Aotearoa can continue receiving lifesaving support.

Every donation matters - even one donation can make a world of difference, helping to ensure there is a safe and plentiful supply for those facing life-threatening illnesses or injuries.

For more information, and to find out if you are eligible to donate, check out NZ Blood's website below:
https://www.nzblood.co.nz/become-a-donor/am-i-eligible/

ProCare is proud to celebrate 20 years of supporting Māori and Pacific medical students at the University of Auckland th...
05/08/2025

ProCare is proud to celebrate 20 years of supporting Māori and Pacific medical students at the University of Auckland through its scholarship programme.

This year, we’re thrilled to recognise Maaike de Goede (Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngāti Haua), pictured left, and Zion Ioka (Pacific), pictured right, for their outstanding achievements in their medical studies.

Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive at ProCare says: "Twenty years ago, we set out to support Māori and Pacific students on their journey to becoming doctors in partnership with the University of Auckland. Supporting our future workforce is a key priority for us and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for Maaike and Zion."

Mihi Blair, Kaiwhakahaere Hauora Māori, Mana Taurite (GM Māori Health & Equity) at ProCare says: “These awards commend the success of our top medical tauira and support them on their journey to becoming health professionals, helping ensure Māori and Pacific are represented in the medical field. They succeed not just for themselves, but for their whānau and wider communities and we are proud to walk alongside them."

Read more about the students' aspirations in the story on our website, linked in the comments below.

Cook Islands Māori Language Week has arrived! The theme of this week is “Ātui'tui’ia au ki te raurau a tōku matakeinanga...
04/08/2025

Cook Islands Māori Language Week has arrived!

The theme of this week is “Ātui'tui’ia au ki te raurau a tōku matakeinanga – Connect me to the offerings of my people”. It reminds us that connection to language is connection to identity and community, and acts as a call to remember and honour the treasures passed down from generation to generation through language, song, history, and relationships.

If you want to learn more about the language and different practices and customs that are unique to the Cook Islands, make sure to use our free app Tala-Moana, available for you to download from the Microsoft, Apple and Google Play store.

You can also find more information on the Ministry for Pacific Peoples website:

https://www.mpp.govt.nz/programmes-and-funding/pacific-languages/pacific-language-weeks/cook-islands-maori-language-week/

We’re proud of the amazing mahi practices across our Network have undertake in order to deliver exceptional results in m...
29/07/2025

We’re proud of the amazing mahi practices across our Network have undertake in order to deliver exceptional results in managing cardiovascular and diabetes care, according to data from the Northern Region Clinical Governance Forum.

Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive at ProCare, says: “Our practices excelled in key areas of patient care, and this achievement reflects the hard mahi and commitment of our teams. It’s a powerful example of how a population health approach can drive better outcomes.”

These results are especially meaningful for Māori and Pacific communities, helping to reduce equity gaps through targeted, culturally responsive care.

Mihi Blair, Kaiwhakahaere Hauora Māori, Mana Taurite, General Manager of Māori Health and Equity, adds: “This mahi is making a real difference for our whānau. Our practices understand the importance of supporting priority communities with care that meets their needs.”

Ka pai to all our practices and clinicians—your dedication continues to set the standard for excellence in primary care.

Read more in the media release linked in the comments below.

28/07/2025

Today is . Here at ProCare, we are dedicated to helping raise awareness and share information about viral hepatitis, a liver disease caused by several variations of infectious viruses.

One of the more common types of the disease is Hepatitis C. Hep C is an easy test, with an easy cure, so if you think you're at risk, make sure to take a test! If you do have it, you can be cured in just 8 weeks through a simple and free oral treatment.

You can learn more about Hepatitis C, testing locations and treatment options on the ‘Stick it to Hep C’ website here:

https://info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/hepatitis-c/stick-it-to-hep-c

We’ve recently taken a big step forward to in our journey to help transform primary care across New Zealand, with the of...
27/07/2025

We’ve recently taken a big step forward to in our journey to help transform primary care across New Zealand, with the official launch of Health Accelerator, a new joint venture in partnership with Pegasus Health, Pinnacle Incorporated, and Tū Ora Compass Health! Collectively, we represent over 500 practices and serve more than 2 million patients, positioning us as leaders in the primary care sector.

Health Accelerator will work together with healthcare practices, researchers, and innovators to roll out smart digital tools that will make life easier for healthcare teams and improve care for patients. This initiative is the first of its kind in Aotearoa and will help us address some of the most pressing challenges and unlock new opportunities through technology innovation and AI in primary care

Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive at ProCare, says: “We know there are innovative digital solutions we can find to address and overcome many of the challenges our healthcare practices face today. With access to over 500 healthcare practices and 2 million patients, Health Accelerator is our pathway for testing and scaling new inventions, particularly around AI, to support primary care.”

Find out more at www.healthaccelerator.co.nz

ProCare welcomes the announcement from Minister Brown at GP25 to strengthen primary care. We’re encouraged by the propos...
25/07/2025

ProCare welcomes the announcement from Minister Brown at GP25 to strengthen primary care. We’re encouraged by the proposed updates to the capitation model, increased support for the workforce, and the introduction of measurable targets to improve care. These initiatives signal a positive shift toward a more sustainable and equitable health system.

Bindi Norwell, CEO at ProCare says: "This is a positive step forward for the health system and for patients across Aotearoa, and we’re pleased to see the Government recognising the critical role primary care plays in delivering timely, equitable, and community-based healthcare."

"However, as always, the devil is in the detail. We’ll be watching closely to ensure these changes are rolled out in a way that genuinely supports practices and improves outcomes for patients."

Read more in our media release linked in the comments below.

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Our CEO, Bindi Norwell, has been named a finalist in the 2025 New Zealand Le...
24/07/2025

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Our CEO, Bindi Norwell, has been named a finalist in the 2025 New Zealand Leadership Awards in the Hnry Innovation Leadership category!

This prestigious recognition celebrates Bindi’s visionary leadership and her unwavering commitment to innovation in healthcare. At ProCare, we’ve seen firsthand how her strategic thinking is helping to transform primary care for the better.

Presented by Robert Walters, the NZLA Awards honour leaders who are not just navigating today’s challenges, but actively shaping a better future. With more than 330 nominations across ten categories, being selected as a finalist is a true testament to Bindi’s impact and influence.

Congratulations Bindi!

For more information, click here:
https://nzbusiness.co.nz/awards/nz-leadership-awards-finalists-announced

ProCare welcomes the announcement of the new Waikato Medical School and see it as a significant step forward in strength...
21/07/2025

ProCare welcomes the announcement of the new Waikato Medical School and see it as a significant step forward in strengthening New Zealand’s primary care workforce.

Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive at ProCare, says: "This is a much-needed investment in the future of general practice and primary care. We know that growing our local workforce is critical to ensuring sustainable, community-based healthcare for generations to come."

This announcement is a positive signal for ProCare and our network of GP practices, as it supports long-term workforce development and helps ensure better access to care for our communities.

Read more about our response to the announcement in our media release — linked in the comments below.

ProCare welcomes the Medical Council’s decision that will help ease the critical GP shortage in Aotearoa.Doctors from th...
17/07/2025

ProCare welcomes the Medical Council’s decision that will help ease the critical GP shortage in Aotearoa.

Doctors from these countries, along with the USA, Canada, and Singapore, are now eligible for fast-tracked registration, allowing general practices to recruit skilled clinicians more quickly.

Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive at ProCare says, “this gives us a practical way to bring in skilled clinicians faster.”

As an Accredited Employer with Immigration NZ, ProCare is ready to support practices with international recruitment and onboarding.

Learn more about ProCare's investment into workforce and the Medical Council's decision in the links in the comments below.

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ProCare is New Zealand's largest network of qualified GPs and general practice teams, representing more than 180 practices across the greater Auckland region, and more than 800,000 enrolled patients.