Te Puna Oranga o Ōtaki

18/12/2025

🔔 Clinic Closure – Friday 19 December 🎄

Kia ora e te whānau,
Our clinic will be closed on Friday 19 December as our team comes together for our Christmas celebration.

While we are closed, you can still access care through the following services:

📞 Healthline – 0800 611 116
🌐 www.healthline.govt.nz

Free health advice, available 24/7

💻 Practice Plus
🌐 www.practiceplus.nz

Online GP consultations by video or phone. Book directly through the website.

🌙 Ka Ora – After Hours Care
🌐 www.kaora.nz

For urgent after-hours medical care.

🚑 Emergency care
If it is an emergency, please call 111 immediately.

Thank you for your understanding, and we wish everyone a safe and happy festive season.
Ngā mihi nui,
Oranga Otaki

15/12/2025

Rangatahi mā‼️ what are YOU doing next year?

THR 2026 Enrolments are NOW OPEN!

Are you 16-24, living in Ōtaki, and ready to kickstart your career or education? Join Te Hunga Rangatahi - a free 10-week youth development programme designed for Ōtaki rangatahi who want extra support, skills, and confidence to thrive.

Why join?
Explore career paths & hands-on learning opportunities
Get behind the wheel with lessons & support for your learner, restricted, or full driver's license
Learn in a safe, fun, and supportive environment
Gain real qualifications: First Aid, Barista, Health & Safety, Traffic Management
Build confidence, life skills, and CV-ready experience

Where: 84c Mill Road, Ōtaki
Text/Call: 027 780 8081 | Email: Hinewai@tpoo.nz

Spaces are limited - enrol now and take the first step toward your future!

11/12/2025

Kia ora whānau! We’re proud to partner with Ka Ora Telecare to make sure our rural communities have access to healthcare afterhours.

Wherever you are across Aotearoa, Ka Ora clinicians are here to support you when the practice is closed.
⏰ Weekdays: 5pm–8:30am
⏰ Weekends & Public Holidays: 24 hours
📞 Bookings: Call our practice or 0800 2 KA ORA (0800 252 672)
💻 www.kaora.co.nz

11/12/2025

Kia ora Rangatahi mā 🌟

As we wrap up the year, we wanted to let you know that our space will be closed over the Christmas holidays. All the dates you need are in the post, so make sure to check them out. 😁we’ll be taking this time to rest, recharge, and get everything ready for an exciting new year ahead. Wishing you and your whānau a safe, relaxing, and joy-filled holiday season! Meri Kirihimete and enjoy your summer break! 🎄☀️

10/12/2025

📣 Whānau Reminder – Last Vaccination Clinic of the Year!

Kia ora e te whānau,

This Friday we’ll be holding our final childhood immunisation clinic for 2025.

📆 Friday
⏰ 9.30am – 12.30pm
📍 Taaringaroa

If your pēpi or tamariki are due for their immunisations, this is a great time to get it ticked off before the Christmas break.

Ngā mihi,
Te Puna Oranga o Otaki

09/12/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

The Oranga Ōtaki team would like to wish everyone a safe, healthy, and happy Christmas and New Year! Thank you for trusting us to care for you and your whānau throughout the year 💖

Please find our seasonal opening hours below.

During times of closure:

For emergencies, please call 111.

For after-hours health advice, contact Healthline 0800 611 116.

We hope you enjoy the festive season with your whānau.

Ngā manaakitanga,
The Oranga Ōtaki Team

09/12/2025

Today whānau!

Walk in vaccination clinic for whole of life.

10am - 2pm at Taaringaroa (88 Mill Road)

📣 Walk-In Vax Clinic – 10 Dec!

No appointment needed. Just come through!
💉 Flu
💉 COVID
💉 Childhood vaccines
📍Taaringaroa, 88 Mill Road
🕒 10am - 2pm

Bring the whānau, stay protected. ✨

05/12/2025

Intake 15, over and out!

A huge congratulations to our incredible rangatahi who graduated last week! Poho kererū ana 💚

As we wrap up this intake, we’re also proud to celebrate 5 years of Te Hunga Rangatahi, five years of growth, resilience, and supporting our young people to thrive.

Our next intake begins in late January, so please reach out now if you’d like to be part of the kaupapa.
This programme is for rangatahi aged 16–24 in Ōtaki who are not currently in education or employment.

Contact Hinewai at Hinewai@tpoo.nz or 027 780 8081, she’ll get back to you as soon as she can!

04/12/2025

Ngā mihi nui for all your incredible tautoko Ōtaki!
Our raffle has officially wrapped up, the wheel has been spun, and we’re thrilled to announce our winners. Every ticket purchased goes directly toward supporting Kanan as she bravely faces her battle with breast cancer, and your generosity means more than you know.

We raised over $1,500 towards Kanan’s fight against breast cancer.

Thank you to everyone who entered and continues to uplift this kaupapa, your contribution truly makes a difference.
A huge congratulations to all our lucky winners! We appreciate you all 💗

1. Tricia Bevan
2. Moko Cooper
3. Terewai Rikihana
4. Hema Manning
5. Jade Standen
6. Moko Cooper
7. Dane Cooper

01/12/2025

📣 Walk-In Vax Clinic – 10 Dec!

No appointment needed. Just come through!
💉 Flu
💉 COVID
💉 Childhood vaccines
📍Taaringaroa, 88 Mill Road
🕒 10am - 2pm

Bring the whānau, stay protected. ✨