Health Hawke's Bay

29/04/2026

Kia Ora Facilitator Training in Wairoa 💚

Health Hawkes Bay is proud to support Wairoa by training local workforce to deliver our Kia Ora Long‑Term Conditions programme. This training comes in response to clear feedback from the community that this kaupapa is needed.

Kia Ora is a FREE 6-week programme for people living with long‑term conditions. It supports participants with practical tools, knowledge, and confidence to better manage their symptoms and enhance their quality of life.

By growing local facilitator capability, more whānau in Wairoa, Mahia and surrounding areas will be able to access the Kia Ora Programme close to home — guided by trained facilitators who live in and understand their community.

This Kaupapa is about empowering individuals, strengthening community wellbeing, and making sure support is available where it matters most.
👉 If you or someone you support could benefit from the Kia Ora Programme, keep an eye out for courses coming soon.

23/04/2026

💉 World Immunization Week: 24–30 April
Immunisation is one of the most effective ways to protect our tamariki, mokopuna and whānau from serious illness.
Vaccines have been safely protecting communities for generations — helping people live longer, healthier lives.
This week is a reminder of the role immunisation plays in keeping our families well, now and into the future.

22/04/2026

SAVE THE DATE, Kia Ora is back in town.
Our Kia Ora Programme is returning with more workshops in Hastings and Waipukurau.
Are you wanting to manage your health better?
Whether it is learning how to manage your medication better, wanting to breath better, work better with your doctor and nurse, our FREE six-week workshop has it all.
Whether you want to bring a support person along is up to you, but our friendly facilitators will make you feel more than comfortable.

Call 06 871 5646 for more information.

09/04/2026

Free breast screening starts TODAY in Waipukurau!

Look for the mobile clinic at Central Hawke's Bay Health, 1 Cook Street.

Starts today, Wednesday 8 April and runs until Friday 22 April.

Free for eligible women. Call FREEPHONE 0800 270 200 or visit TimeToBreastScreen.nz.

08/04/2026

Together We Thrive 2026

Following three successful events last year, Together We Thrive returned to Flaxmere for 2026 with several health stalls offering support for whānau.
In collaboration with Mapu Maia, we are greatful for the number of people who took the time to see us and put their health first!
A shoutout to Te Kupenga Hauora - Ahuriri for their Immunisation Team who were busy throughout the day interacting with whānau, immunising and protecting our community.
And a big thank you to those who supported the event Fire and Emergency NZ Whatever It Takes Trust, Heart Foundation NZ, Citizens Advice Bureau Hastings, Ministry of Social Development NZ

08/04/2026

We are seeking a Service Desk Analyst to join our office in Hastings.

Be the frontline of digital support for primary healthcare in Hawke’s Bay delivering IT support, improve end-user experiences, and help ensure the technology that underpins community healthcare is reliable, responsive, and people-focused.

View more information here:

Health Hawke’s Bay & Tū Ora Compass Health

06/04/2026

🌍 Today is World Health Day 💚

World Health Day is a chance to celebrate the things that help us, our whānau, and our communities stay well — and the people who support hauora every day.
This year’s theme is “Together for health. Stand with science.” It reminds us that good health is built through connection, trust, and evidence‑based care.
💬 We’d love to hear from you:
👉 What’s one small thing you do to support your health or wellbeing?
👉 Or tag someone who helps keep others well — at work or in the community.
Every step towards hauora counts. 💚

30/03/2026

🌿 We’re hiring | Health Improvement Practitioner (Pouora) 🌿
Health Hawke’s Bay – Te Oranga Hawke’s Bay is looking for a Health Improvement Practitioner (Pouora) to join our supportive, values‑led team, delivering behavioural health support within general practice. This full‑time role is based in Napier and offers the chance to make a real difference for whānau, particularly Māori and other underserved communities, through holistic and culturally grounded care.
If you’re a registered health professional who values whakamanatanga, aroha, kotahitanga and auaha, and wants to work in an innovative, people‑focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.
📅 Applications close 10pm, Sunday 19 April 2026
👉 Apply here:

Health Improvement Practitioners provide immediately accessible, evidence-base interventions to individuals and their whānau.

30/03/2026

Health Hawke's Bay was honoured to attend and present at Collaborative Aotearoa Symposium over the weekend.
Our Chief Executive Officer Irihāpeti Mahuika shared her journey of leadership.
Speaking at the beginning of the symposium, her kōrero set the tone for the following sessions.
Dr Kerryn Lum from Tamatea Medical Centre also spoke, sharing her wisdom on how to grow workforce in primary healthcare.
Attending the Symposium allowed us to network with primary healthcare staff across the country, educate and upskill our knowledge that we may implement in our office and share with providers.

26/03/2026

🌿 Celebrating Cultural Commitment at Hastings Health Centre 🌿
We’re proud to celebrate Hastings Health Centre enrolling in Te Kura Nui – Cultural Responsiveness 🌱
This commitment reflects a genuine desire to grow understanding of te ao Māori, including the deeper meanings behind the Māori names gifted to their clinical suites. By learning the pūrākau, values, and significance held within these names, the team is strengthening their connection to place, people, and purpose.
This is an important step toward creating a culturally safe, welcoming environment for whānau and community—where names are not just spoken, but truly understood and honoured.
👏 Ka rawe, Hastings Health Centre, for leading with curiosity, respect, and commitment to equity in health.