Vision:
Te Tino Rangatiratanga Oranga mō ngā Tāngata Katoa - Wellbeing for all through empowerment. Please ask for Barbara. Please ask for Rangimarie.
Whakawhiti Ora Pai Community Health Centre provides a range of services. These include;
GP Clinics: If you enrol in one of our clinics, then you and your whanau will have access to all of our 3 clinics based in Te Hapua, Te Kao and Pukenui. All our receptionists can assist you in GP and Nurse appointments. Health Promotion: Our team provide opportunities in our communities to engage in healthy
activities and educational programs. Watch this space as we find our new team
Te Puarangi: Is a service for Addictions and all other issues pertaining and related to an addiction. They cover a wide range of networks and services for a wide range of addictions. Kaiarahi: Is our Social Service team, a very vast range of issues can be assisted via our Kaiarahi worker, ie, budgeting support, hardship, counselling, legal issues ... there are many more areas that we can help with, please ask for Charlotte. Community Connector: Is here to help with communication, empowerment, and advocacy for all whanau in our communities. I will work closely with community agencies and offer our whanau a free service to highlight what is available in the area. We are dedicated to serve our communities and do appreciate feedback, compliments and comments. You can submit feedback and queries via our messenger, or email: enquiries@wop.co.nz. or you can call our offices on 09 409 7880. Kia Ora Koutou
26/03/2026
⚠️ Travel Safety Update - Te Hiku Communities ⚠️
Kia ora e te whānau o Te Kao, Te Hapua, Pukenui me Ngataki,
Due to severe weather and flooding, please take extra caution travelling to and from Kaitaia.
• Multiple roads currently closed or flooded
• Hazardous driving conditions reported
• Pak'nSave Kaitaia currently closed
Please delay travel where possible and avoid flooded roads.
Check on kaumātua and vulnerable whānau where you can.
Stay safe and look after one another.
Whakawhiti Ora Pai Team💜
He hauora te taonga — Health is Wealth
25/03/2026
📢 Clinic Update — Weather & Power Outage
Morena whānau,
Due to severe subtropical weather and power outages today:
🔴 Pukenui Clinic — Closed today
🟢 Te Kao Clinic — Open as normal
🟡 Te Hapua Clinic — Open as normal
The safety of our whānau and staff is our priority during this severe weather event.
Please stay safe, avoid unnecessary travel where possible, and keep an eye on updates.
Ngā mihi
Whakawhiti Ora Pai Team 💜
25/03/2026
🌿 Whakawhiti Ora Pai – Te Hapua Strength & Balance Class Update 🌿
Kia ora whānau,
Due to current weather conditions and advice from Northland Civil Defence, today’s Te Hapua Strength & Balance class is cancelled to ensure everyone’s safety.
Please stay safe, stay warm, and we’ll keep you updated on the next session.
18/03/2026
Proud to stand with our Road Safety Far North team and local whānau, working together to make our roads safer for everyone.
12/03/2026
Kia ora koutou,
Due to staff shortages, there is no nurse available at the Tohoraha Clinic today. As an alternative, the Te Kao Clinic is available, or you may attend Kaitaia Hospital if needed.
Thank you for your understanding.
Ngā mihi.
10/03/2026
Kia ora e te whānau,
Due to staffing shortages today, our Te Hāpua clinic will be closed and unfortunately there will be no nurse available at our Te Kao clinic. Our Pukenui clinic is open and has a nurse onsite.
We sincerely apologise for the late pānui and any inconvenience this may cause our whānau. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Ngā mihi nui.
09/03/2026
🌱 Whakatō te kākano 🌱
Nau mai e te whānau
08/03/2026
Pānui - 9th March
Mōrena, unfortunately our Tohoraha clinic does not have a nurse available today. If you need to be seen, we have a nurse in Te Kao.
If your situation is urgent or an emergency, please call 111.
Ngā mihi
27/02/2026
Kia ora e te whānau 🌿
We have a Budgeting Course coming up:
🗓 Tuesday 3rd March
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 TRNOTA
✨ Limited seats – they’re going fast!
If you’re keen to take control of your finances and build some strong money habits, this is for you.
Please contact Karen or Sera at Whakawhiti Ora Pai to book your seat.
⚠️ You must be committed to staying for the full day.
Ngā mihi 💚
10/02/2026
📢 E te iwi - worried that your tamariki/moko has taringa pisai👂 you're in luck!! The Children's Mobile Ear Clinic will be in Te Kao on Tuesday 24th February.
Haere mai!!
09/02/2026
Employment Vacancy
We’re seeking a Registered/Enrolled Nurse who’s keen on meaningful mahi in a rural setting. Expect stunning beaches, welcoming locals, strong community vibes, and a role where your mahi makes a real difference. Come for the job… stay for the lifestyle ❤️
04/02/2026
💪Strength & Balance classes are back!!
🗓Starts on Thurs 12th Feb at 9.30am.
🏠Come & join us at the Te Hapua Sports & Recreation Club
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Contact The Practice
Send a message to Whakawhiti Ora Pai Community Health Centre:
Te Kao Clinic
6652 Far North Road, Te Kao
Phone: (09) 409 7880
Opening Hours
Monday: 12pm-5pm
Tuesday-Friday: 8.30am-5pm
GP Days
Tuesday- Weekly
Thursday- Fortnightly
Bloods- Weekly
Tuesday: 8.30am-10.30am
Te Reo Whare Ora- Te Hapua Clinic
Waharua Road, Te Hapua
Phone: (09) 409 7874
Opening Hours
Monday: 1pm-3.30pm
Wednesday: 10am-3.30pm
GP Day & Bloods
Thursdays- fortnightly
10am-3.30pm
Whakawhiti Ora Pai is a nurse-led clinic. With the following services provided:
GP Services
Mobile Nursing
District Nursing
Blood Testing
Drug Testing
Stop Smoking services
Long Term Condition Management
Men’s Wellness Checks
Prostate Cancer Screening
Women’s Wellness Checks
Cervical Smears
Breast Screening Referral
Contraception
Child Health
Well Child Checks
B4 Schools
Immunisations
Community Health Worker
Health Promotion Services
Community Events
Mums & Bubs groups
Kaumatua Kuia Programmes
School Holiday programmes
Stop Smoking Support
Kaiarahi- Social Worker
Kaiarahi walks alongside whanau to develop plans, set goals, support them to achieve their intended outcomes and document their success along the way.
