Clutha Health First

01/06/2026

🌱 New to the Clutha district this dairy season? Welcome! 🌱

If you or your whānau have recently moved to Clutha, now is a great time to make sure you’re registered with a local GP.

Being enrolled with a GP helps you access the care and support you need when you need it — from everyday health concerns to ongoing care.

We’re welcoming new patients and you can register easily online using our electronic enrolment form found on our website. For more information on enrolling as a GP Patient, visit our website https://cluthahealth.co.nz/patient/enrollment/

If you have any questions or need help with the enrolment process, our friendly team is here to help, please get in touch with us on 419 0500, or pop in and visit our team at reception.

Enrolling as a GP patient To enrol, you must be eligible for publicly funded health care in New Zealand. If you are unsure of the criteria, review it here. How to Enrol:To begin your journey with us, complete our electronic enrolment form. You will be required to upload an image of evidence of ide...

29/05/2026

Clutha Health First: A Community-Owned Healthcare Success Story

In the heart of the Clutha District, Clutha Health First – Hauora Tahi Ki Iwikatea stands as a powerful example of what communities can achieve when they come together to protect and shape their own healthcare future.

Born from the loss of hospital services in the 1990s, the community responded with determination—creating a bold, innovative model that brought healthcare back under one roof.

Today, Clutha Health First delivers fully integrated care for around 20,000 residents, including general practice, maternity, inpatient services, urgent care, diagnostics, and specialist clinics—all locally based to reduce travel and improve continuity of care.

It also continues to lead innovation in rural health, from the Mobile Surgical Bus to digital health systems and simulation-based training, ensuring rural communities receive high-quality, modern care.

At its core, this is a story of community ownership, resilience, and pride—showing what’s possible when rural communities refuse to let essential services disappear.

Read the full story: https://zurl.co/bc8e1

28/05/2026

Our latest community news page is featured in this week’s Clutha Leader.

You can view the full page in this week’s edition or as attached to this post to stay up to date with local health news and events.

26/05/2026

Health Information Privacy Statement Update

Recent changes to the Privacy Act require Cutha Health First to notify patients when information is collected about them from other agencies. We have recently updated our Health Information Privacy Statement to include this advice:

Health Information Collection
Clutha Health First can collect information from other agencies for the purpose of maintaining an up-to- date health record and providing safe and quality health care to our patients.
In most situations, we will collect information directly from you, but we may receive information indirectly, from other agencies which may include;
• Receipt of laboratory, radiology or other results
• Shared electronic health records, between primary care and secondary services (i.e., hospital, community and outpatient services
• Correspondence from other health agencies - such as after-hours services, other hospitals
• specialists and referral providers
• Information from Health NZ and WellSouth in regards to updated demographic, NHI or eligibility information.
• Contact from or correspondence from non-health agencies such as Police, legal representatives, Oranga Tamariki, insurance companies, Ministry of Social Development (Work and Income New Zealand) and the Accident Compensation Corporation
• Receipt of correspondence from employers, regarding, for example, fitness to work

Please be assured that all information is handled securely and in line with privacy laws. You also have the right to access and request corrections to your health information at any time. For more information, refer to our website or ask a staff member.

View All Services Our Services The day to day operations of Clutha Health First is supported by a medium sized Administration team, spread throughout the hospital supporting all the operating services of the hospital and community services that Clutha Health First has to offer.We offer the staff a w...

14/05/2026

Did you know our pharmacy offers confidential women’s health services with our two female pharmacists? 💙

We can provide:

💗Emergency contraceptive pill advice & treatment.
💗Thrush advice & treatment.
💗UTI advice & treatment for women aged 16-65 who are not pregnant. (Some other restrictions also apply).

No appointment needed — just pop in and speak with one of our pharmacists in a private and confidential setting. You’re also welcome to call ahead to let us know you’re coming in.

We’re here to help make these conversations comfortable, easy, confidential and judgement-free 🌸

05/05/2026

🧼 Today is Hand Hygiene Day in Aotearoa New Zealand 🧼

Good hand hygiene is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect our health. Cleaning our hands at the right times helps stop the spread of germs and keeps our patients, whānau, visitors and staff safe.

Whether you’re visiting our hospital or health centre, or caring for others at home, clean hands really do make a difference.

🎨 Waiting with us this week?
To help pass the time, we’re inviting patients and visitors to pick up a free colouring-in pack or word find to do while you’re waiting or to take home for your children. Just look out for them in our main reception waiting area.

Thank you for helping us keep our community safe — clean hands save lives.

04/05/2026

🌿 Your Voice Matters to Us 🌿

At Clutha Health First, your feedback helps shape the care we provide. Whether you’ve had a positive experience, want to recognise a team member, or have suggestions for how we can do better — we’re listening.

💬 Share your thoughts with us here: https://cluthahealth.co.nz/contact/complaints-compliments-and-feedback/

Every comment helps us grow and continue delivering the best possible care for our community.

04/05/2026

🦠 Missed the walk in flu clinic? No worries – the flu didn’t get the memo either. 😉

If you didn’t make it along to one of our walk‑in flu vaccine clinics, it’s not too late. We still have flu vaccines available, and our friendly practice nurses are happy to help keep you protected this winter.

💉 Who can get a FREE flu vaccine in New Zealand?
From 1 April, the flu vaccine is funded for people who are more likely to get very sick from the flu, including:
• Anyone aged 65 years and over.
• Pregnant people.
• People under 65 with certain long‑term health conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease, or a weakened immune system).
• People with serious mental health conditions or who are accessing mental health or addiction services.
• Some children, including those with significant respiratory illness or other eligible health conditions.
• Those who are of Maori or Pacifica ethnicity and are aged between 50 -64 years.

If you’re not sure whether you’re eligible, our team can talk this through with you.

📞 To book your flu vaccination, please call our team on 419 0500 to make an appointment.

Getting vaccinated helps protect you, your whānau, and our wider community – and it’s one of the easiest things you can do to stay well this winter. ❄️

Don’t let the flu catch you first!

Send a message to learn more

04/05/2026

We want to hear your views!

For patients who are seen in our General Practice from today until 18th May and have chosen not to opt out, you may receive an email or text message inviting you to take part in a National Patient Experience Survey about your recent experience at Clutha Health First.

By taking part in the survey, you would be helping to improve the care you and your whānau receive, as well as care and access to health services in local communities across New Zealand.
Taking part in the survey is voluntary and anonymous.

Please ensure the contact details we have for you are up to date when you are next at Clutha Health First General Practice. If you wish to opt out, please let our friendly reception team know who can action your request.

29/04/2026

💉 One Off COVID 19 Vaccination Clinic 💉

Due to requests, we’re running a one off COVID 19 vaccination clinic on
📅 Wednesday 6th May
🕐 1:00pm – 5:00pm
✅ Bookings are essential – please contact the practice to book your time.
🚫 No walk ins, please.

COVID 19 vaccinations a FREE!

If you’ve been meaning to get vaccinated, this is a great opportunity. Our team would love to see you 😊