Te Tara o Te Whai

19/08/2025

It is with mix of gratitude and sadness that we must announce the end of both of our free dental initiatives in Hauraki: Niho Ora ki Hauraki (dental) and Niho Kēhua ki Hauraki (denture).

Niho Ora ki Hauraki was created in response to the call from our Hauraki communities for accessible, affordable, and mana-enhancing oral healthcare.

Through our partnerships with Dental Planet and The Tooth Group, and the dedication of our kaimahi and community members, we successfully delivered a free, mobile dental service across Hauraki for the past eighteen months.

Through the initiative, we provided free dental care for more than four hundred whānau, many of whom had not seen a dentist in years, and some ever, living with pain, discomfort, and the daily challenges of missing teeth. Our kaimanaaki, kaiāwhina, and dentists turned what is often an intimidating environment into a space of manaakitanga, kindness, and responsive care.

As the initiative progressed, we heard from whānau about the urgent need for dentures. In response, Te Tara o Te Whai created Niho Kēhua ki Hauraki, a funded denture initiative.

With the dedication of our kaimahi, the clinical support of Waikato Dental, and ongoing help from Pito Hauora, we were able to restore more than smiles. We helped restore confidence, dignity, and the basic human right to eat, speak, and live free from pain.

A total of 38 patients received full or partial dentures. For many, this was the first time in years they could enjoy kai without pain, engage in kōrero without whakamā, and face the world with renewed confidence.

We mihi to our whānau who showed up with courage and patience, to our kaimanaaki and kaiāwhina who supported every step of the way, and to our wider rōpū who helped make these initiatives accessible and successful.

As we farewell our initiative and the widespread impact it has had on our Hauraki whānau, we will continue to share some of our special moments in reflection.

Te Tara o Te Whai will continue efforts supporting whānau through Hauraki Primary Health Organisation. Visit their page and website for continued news and updates.

Ngā mihi nui 🩵

14/05/2025

🩵 Niho Ora ki Hauraki Whānau Hauora Day | Coromandel

Our team is back with another launch of our dental kaupapa- Niho Ora ki Hauraki! Kickstarting two-weeks of oral-health and denture fittings, our team was joined by hauora service providers yesterday at Coromandel Independent Living Trust to deliver our Whānau Hauora Day. The services in attendance provided tamariki oral health checks, breast and cervical screening, bowel screening and maternity support from Taurima Te Pā Harakeke.

A big mihi to CILT for providing a space to be used throughout the delivery of our kaupapa and to the dedicated kaimahi who provided their services on the day.

Mō tātou o Hauraki! 🩵

12/05/2025

💙Whānau Hauora Day Coromandel
Free health and screening checks and advice

Nau mai, haere mai!

TODAY
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Coromandel Independent Living Trust

Our Niho ora ki Hauraki team have had an amazing day today and to celebrate (as part of our Niho Ora kaupapa happening across the next two weeks), we’re adding something a little extra for our whānau in or around Coromandel.

Join us tomorrow – Tuesday 13 May, 10am–2pm at the Coromandel Independent Living Trust (CILT), 150 Pound Street – for a pop-up Hauora Day, where a range of services will be available to support the wellbeing of you and your whānau.

We'll have the following services (below) available with amazing kaimahi who can help support you with any pātai and/or concerns you might have.

✔️ Breast and Cervical Screening
✔️ Bowel Screening
✔️ Taurima Midwives
✔️ Tamariki Oral Health checks

If you’re already booked in for Niho Ora – or just want to come in and see what’s on offer – nau mai, haere mai. We're here to make it easy, local, and whānau-focused.

Hei āpōpō.

31/03/2025

18/03/2025

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Taking charge of your health begins with filling your kete with the best mātauranga (knowledge). Equipping yourself with reliable health information empowers you to make the most informed decisions for yourself and your whānau.

Helping to shape a healthier future for all, our mission at Hauraki PHO is "pursuing outcomes, equity and wellbeing" with whānau at the core of everything we do. This year, we are focused on helping you to get one step ahead with all things health.

In the coming weeks, we will be sharing helpful health information, well-being tips, and resources that empower you and your whānau to safeguard your hauora. We're also here to help unpack health information - keeping you in the know to get you one step ahead.

Hei painga mō te katoa...

12/03/2025

Do you have a long-term health condition and need support navigating this health journey?

Whai Ora - a team that can support you and your whanau to reach your hauora goals.

Everyone’s hauora journey is different, and we’re here to help you reach your goals. Whether it's managing a long-term condition, accessing services, or getting extra support for you or your whānau, our team is here to awhi you.

Our team of kaiāwhina, pharmacists, dietitians, doctor, nurses, social workers, and occupational therapist can support you or your whanau with:

- Connecting you with the right services & support
- Making sense of medications & medical conditions
- Health literacy around kai options suitable for you
- Reconnecting you to specialist appointments and care

If you live in Kirikiriroa (Hamilton) or Hauraki, whakapā mai – get in touch via the link below. Let's work together to achieve your hauora goals.

"Ka hikitia, ka ora..."

https://forms.monday.com/forms/c6c2d7ba01e1f42ddeaaa18a890fb140?r=apse2&s=qr

06/03/2025

05/03/2025

📣 Te Pitomata Grants for 2025 are now open!

Te Pitomata Grants provide a wonderful opportunity for Māori students to pursue their studies with financial support for tuition, course-related costs, and living expenses.

Read the post below for more information on where to apply ⬇️

A Wonderful Opportunity for Māori Students in Health & Disability Services!

Looking to build a career in health or disability services? 🌿💙 Te Pitomata Grants provide a wonderful opportunity for Māori students to pursue their studies with financial support for tuition, course-related costs, and living expenses.

Through these grants, you can focus on your education and make a meaningful impact in your community. Plus, we’re excited to announce that eligibility has expanded to include rongoā studies, recognising its vital role in Māori health and well-being.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/health-services-and-programmes/maori-health/funding-for-individuals #:~:text=Te%20Pitomata%20Grants%20support%20an,healthcare%20sector%20in%20New%20Zealand.

🔗 Apply for the grant now: https://tepitomatagrants.tewhatuora.govt.nz/SignIn

🔗 Sign up to our workshops: https://www.cognitoforms.com/KiaOraHauora/TePitomataGrantWorkshopRegistration2025

28/02/2025

Dental for All Aotearoa is led by a coalition involving hauora Māori providers and action groups. Their sole focus is on amplifying the existing need for free, universal, Te Tiriti-consistent oral healthcare in the public health system of Aotearoa.

The post below explores stories shared by whānau who experience constant feelings of pain or shame due to the poor condition of their teeth and the impact it has on their overall hauora. Dental for All have used these stories to amplify the need for free oral health care in Aotearoa. Our own oral health initiative Niho Ora ki Hauraki strives for the same outcome. By giving whānau a platform to share their voice, we can work towards achieving a healthier future together.

Sharing personal stories like these are not easy, nor are they comfortable, but as the saying goes "change doesn't happen by staying comfortable". Together, we can start a movement of change.

How can you support the kaupapa?
✍️Sign the Dental for All petition ➡️ https://shorturl.at/vch8l
🗣Share your story

If you would like to amplify your voice and share your experience with us about oral healthcare, you can get in touch by messaging our Te Tara o Te Whai page here or emailing comms@haurakipho.org.nz

Mauri ora! 💙

04/02/2025

Take a survey and win! ✨

Fill in the short survey to go into the draw to win 1 of 3 themed prized packs (see attached image), valued at over $500 each!

⏰ Winners will be drawn live on the Hauraki PHO page on Thurs 13th Feb, 12pm.

Take the survey now 👉 https://bit.ly/HaurakiHealthSurvey or take it at Waitangi ki Whitianga on Thursday!

Event details:
✨ Waitangi ki Whitianga
🗓 Thurs 6th Feb, 10am - 2pm
📍 Buffalo Beach Reserve, Whitianga

We are so grateful to our funder Hauraki Primary Health Organisation for helping us make Waitangi ki Whitianga a reality!

Together we are working to gather vital information through an online locality health survey, to promote greater health and wellbeing in the Hauraki rohe!

Fill in the short survey to go into the draw to win 1 of 3 themed prized packs (see attached image), valued at over $500 each! All prizes donated by generous local businesses! 🤩

Take the survey now 👉 https://bit.ly/HaurakiHealthSurvey or take it at Waitangi ki Whitianga on Thursday!

⏰ Winners will be drawn live on the Hauraki PHO page on Thurs 13th Feb, 12pm.

✨ Waitangi ki Whitianga
🗓 Thurs 6th Feb, 10am - 2pm
📍 Buffalo Beach Reserve, Whitianga

03/02/2025

24/01/2025

And that's a wrap for Niho Ora ki Hauraki - Kaiaua 🙌🌊✨️

A big mihi to Dr Reuben, Eve and Luci from for all the hard work that has taken place over the last two weeks.

The amazing dental team treated 58 patients and completed:

🦷 90+ fillings
🦷 70 extractions
🦷 35+ hygiene cleans

Lastly, a big mihi to Kaiaua primary school for allowing us to deliver this kaupapa on-site and to all the amazing people of Kaiaua we have met along the way.

Stay tuned for our next launch expected during the April school holidays!