Palmerston North Regional Hospital

Palmerston North Regional Hospital Palmerston North Hospital is the base regional hospital for MidCentral District Health Board.

Long after visiting hours end, when business hours are over, our nurses are still here.Walking softly through dim hallwa...
14/05/2026

Long after visiting hours end, when business hours are over, our nurses are still here.
Walking softly through dim hallways, checking on patients, responding to emergencies, our nurses are helping people through difficult nights, often without fanfare or recognition.

This International Nurses Day, we’re recognising the incredible contribution nurses make across every part of our health service, with a special acknowledgement to our night shift teams.
The work happening overnight in any hospital is often unseen by the wider community, but it matters deeply to the patients and whānau experiencing it in real time. Thank you for the steady hands, kind words, quick thinking, along with the compassionate care you bring to our community.

To all our nurses, we thank you for your skill, compassion, patience, humour, and resilience. Thank you for the mahi you do, both seen and unseen.

MidCentral Hospital and our communities are stronger because of you.

We are celebrating International Nurses Day for a week to showcase some of the amazing teams we have across our nursing ...
12/05/2026

We are celebrating International Nurses Day for a week to showcase some of the amazing teams we have across our nursing workforce. Nurses are there for people during some of life’s hardest, happiest, and most uncertain moments, providing care, advocacy, reassurance, and expertise every single day. Here are two of our extraordinary nurses.

Susan (left) was inspired to become a nurse after seeing the care a friend’s mother received in hospital. Susan realised early on the difference nurses can make during some of life’s most vulnerable moments. Nursing offered both purpose and opportunity, combining meaningful work with the chance to build a stable and rewarding career.

One of the highlights of Susan’s career has been working in renal nursing across both Whanganui and MidCentral Hospitals, where she has built long-term relationships with patients and their whānau. Supporting people through chronic kidney disease, dialysis, and major life changes has been incredibly rewarding, particularly seeing how education, compassion, and continuity of care can help improve confidence and quality of life.

Ancy’s journey into nursing began with encouragement from her uncle, who first suggested she consider nursing as a career. What started as a simple suggestion became a deeply fulfilling lifelong path. Nursing has given her purpose, resilience, confidence, and the opportunity to continually learn and grow, both professionally and personally.

A defining highlight of Ancy’s career has been the opportunity to work across a range of roles, from ward nurse to clinical coach supporting new graduates, and now as a Nurse Specialist in renal care working across both Whanganui and MidCentral Hospitals. Throughout each role, the greatest reward has been making a genuine difference during vulnerable moments in patients’ lives. The trust, gratitude, and connections built along the way continue to remind her why she chose nursing.

We appreciate and thank all nursing staff for their mahi, dedication and care they give to the community.

Happy International Nurses Day 2026: empower nurses to save lives

💙 Thank you, Rapid Response Team (RRT)! 💙To help mark International Nurses Day, our MidCentral staff were treated to an ...
12/05/2026

💙 Thank you, Rapid Response Team (RRT)! 💙

To help mark International Nurses Day, our MidCentral staff were treated to an amazing BBQ lunch by the Rapid Response Team (RRT) – complete with delicious burgers and cake. It was a much appreciated way to recognise the care, compassion and commitment our nurses and teams show every day.

The RRT does incredible work supporting people and whānau across our communities, often responding in difficult situations and helping connect people with the right support when they need it most. We’re grateful for their ongoing mahi – and for taking the time to celebrate our nurses in such a generous way.

Ngā mihi nui, RRT – and happy International Nurses Day to all our amazing nurses 🌼

👉 Find out more about the Rapid Response Team and their community work here: Rapid Relief Team NZ





💙 International Nurses Day – 12 May 💙Today we celebrate International Nurses Day and honour the incredible MidCentral nu...
11/05/2026

💙 International Nurses Day – 12 May 💙

Today we celebrate International Nurses Day and honour the incredible MidCentral nurses who care for our communities every day.

This year’s theme, Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives, recognises the extraordinary impact nurses have – and the importance of supporting them with safe workplaces, opportunities to lead, and the ability to use their skills to the fullest.

Across hospitals, clinics and community services, MidCentral nurses show compassion, professionalism and resilience every day, often under pressure, making a real difference for patients and whānau.

🌸 Thank you to all our nurses – today and every day.
He mihi nui ki a koutou katoa.

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🌸 International Midwives Day 🌸Today we’re celebrating and thanking our incredible MidCentral midwives for the care, comp...
04/05/2026

🌸 International Midwives Day 🌸

Today we’re celebrating and thanking our incredible MidCentral midwives for the care, compassion and skill they bring to wāhine, pēpi and whānau every single day.

From pregnancy through birth and beyond, our midwives walk alongside families at some of life’s most important moments. Your dedication, kindness and professionalism make an enormous difference to our communities.

Thank you for all that you do – we see you, we appreciate you, and today we celebrate you 💐

If you are feeling overwhelmed by the news about weather events that may occur this weekend, that is completely understa...
09/04/2026

If you are feeling overwhelmed by the news about weather events that may occur this weekend, that is completely understandable. Remember, you are not alone, support is available.
You can talk to someone for free, any time:
📱 1737 Need to Talk - call or text 1737 or visit 1737.org.nz
For health advice during and after flooding and emergency situations, visit healthnz.govt.nz/floods.
For regular updates, follow MetService New Zealand, NZ Civil Defence, and your local council.
Follow Health NZ (us!) on social media for health related information.
Contact your doctor or usual health professional or call Healthline New Zealand 24/7 on 0800 611 116 if you have any concerns about your own or others’ health. If based rurally, call 0800 KA ORA (0800 252 672) to speak to a nurse or doctor through Ka Ora Telecare.
Same day video consultations with NZ qualified online GPs are an option, visit healthnz.govt.nz/OnlineGP for info and booking.
Please take care of yourselves and each other 💙

✨ Big Latch On magic! ✨Today at 11am we celebrated 25 pēpi latched and 62 amazing attendees coming together to tautoko b...
27/03/2026

✨ Big Latch On magic! ✨
Today at 11am we celebrated 25 pēpi latched and 62 amazing attendees coming together to tautoko breastfeeding in all its forms 🤱💕
From first time breastfeeders, to māmā who’ve been on this journey for years, to māmā breastfeeding one little one while growing another — this was a beautiful celebration of strength, connection and community 💫
A HUGE thank you to our incredible supporters who helped make today so special:
💛 Health NZ
💛 Barnardos
💛 Entwined Parenting
💛 La Leche League
💛 Earthside Pregnancy to Parenthood
💛 Tracy Torok
💛 The N**e Alchemist
We are so grateful — what a powerful, heart filling day 💛

A huge thank you to Barnardos for their generous prize donation for our Big Latch On event tomorrow at Te Papaioea Birth...
26/03/2026

A huge thank you to Barnardos for their generous prize donation for our Big Latch On event tomorrow at Te Papaioea Birthing Centre💛
Beautiful cloth nappies, toys and books that will make one lucky whānau very happy.
A huge thank you to Thread and Film for donating an incredible family photography session — because memories like these deserve to be beautifully captured. We’re feeling the love and can’t wait for one lucky family to enjoy this special gift!
AND.....
Huge thanks to Entwined Parenting for donating a beautiful baby sling for the Big Latch On, plus some other delicious treats just for mums.
We love celebrating breastfeeding with prizes that truly support parents 🤱✨

We truly appreciate your support of families in our community 🌿

Join us this Friday for our Big Latch On celebration! We’re bringing our community together to honour the beautiful jou...
24/03/2026

Join us this Friday for our Big Latch On celebration!
We’re bringing our community together to honour the beautiful journey of breastfeeding — the cuddles, the connection, the courage, and the village that makes it all possible.
Come along, latch on, laugh, connect, and be part of something special. We’ll be snapping a group photo to celebrate all the incredible māmā, pēpi, and whānau who make this kaupapa shine.
A huge ngā mihi nui to , and The Awhi Company for their generous donations. Thanks to their support, we have some more gorgeous goodies to give away to the whānau who join us on the day!
Let’s celebrate breastfeeding, community, and the power of coming together.
See you there!

Prize stash unlocked! Massive thanks to , .co.nz , and Tracy Torok for spoiling our Big Latch On māmā and pēpi with t...
23/03/2026

Prize stash unlocked! Massive thanks to , .co.nz , and Tracy Torok for spoiling our Big Latch On māmā and pēpi with these amazing goodies!
The Big Latch On 2026, Friday 27 March, 10 am - 12 pm @ Te Papaioea Birthing Centre, Palmerston North

Join us for the Big Latch On - a celebration of connection, community and the amazing journey of breastfeeding!On Friday...
23/03/2026

Join us for the Big Latch On - a celebration of connection, community and the amazing journey of breastfeeding!
On Friday 27 March, from 10am–12pm, we’re gathering at Te Papaioea Birthing Centre for this global moment where breastfeeding, chestfeeding, and mixed‑feeding parents latch their pēpi all at the same time in a beautiful show of solidarity.
We’ll mingle, connect and enjoy the morning together - then everyone will latch at 11am for the official Big Latch On count!
Bring your baby, bring your whānau, and bring your good vibes - this is a relaxed, supportive space to meet others, share stories and celebrate feeding your baby your way.
✨ Plus… spot prizes!
Fun giveaways will be happening throughout the morning, so everyone has a chance to take home something special.
Come celebrate the power of nurturing, the magic of community and the joy of doing something meaningful together. We can’t wait to latch, laugh and connect with you!
Please register for this event https://www.womens-health.org.nz/.../big-latch-on-at-te.../
💛A big thank you to Health NZ - Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral NZ, Barnardos, La Leche League, Entwined Parenting and & Film for your collaboration for this event💛

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