NEWS
Stay informed about the latest developments, announcements, and initiatives from the WBOP PHO.
From new healthcare programmes to local initiatives. Learn more here!
Summer wellbeing guide for the holiday season
Summer is here, and many in our community will be taking time to rest, travel or enjoy the warm days across the Bay of Plenty. The holiday period is a busy time for our region, with beaches, parks and community...
Your Health Journey: Understanding the New Zealand Health System
Understanding the New Zealand health system is important for everyone, whether you're new to the country or simply want to make the most of the care available to you and your whānau. To support this, the Western Bay of Plenty...
WBOP PHO appoints interim CEO
WBOP PHO Board has appointed Sarah Stevenson as interim Chief Executive Officer The Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) Board has appointed Sarah Stevenson as interim Chief Executive Officer, with immediate effect. The Board made this decision...
Let’s Talk Screening training now available online
Let's Talk Screening facilitators Sameli Tongalea & Sela Tu’uholoaki, from AvaNiu Pasifika Building on the successful full-day wānanga held in July 2025, Let’s Talk Screening is now accessible as a free online training. This resource supports non-clinical staff to engage...
Ngāti Kahu Hauora reopens historic building as a place for whānau and community
Community gathered on 6 November 2025 to mark the official reopening and blessing of Waiāio Ngāti Kahu Hauora has celebrated the reopening and blessing of Waiāio, their newly restored Whare Matua in Bethlehem, Tauranga. The name Waiāio, meaning peaceful waters,...
Farewell and thanks to CEO Lindsey Webber
The WBOP PHO Board thanks CEO Lindsey Webber for her six and a half years of dedicated leadership and service. Lindsey is now moving into a new chapter in her career, and we wish her every success. Since 2019, Lindsey...
BeingWell and Here to Help U join forces to reach more people with free wellbeing support
A new collaboration between BeingWell and ‘Here to help u’ is helping bridge the gap for people who need wellbeing support but aren’t currently connected to a general practice. The partnership means a Health Coach is now available two days...
New webpage helps whānau access cervical screening support in the Bay of Plenty
Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) has launched a new Cervical Screening Support page on its website. It provides information for wāhine and whānau across the Bay of Plenty, creating an online hub to connect our community...
Te Rerenga: September 2025 edition – Easier to reach care
Welcome to the September 2025 edition of Te Rerenga! In this issue, we feature the relaunch of BeingWell, our refreshed identity for free, everyday mental health and wellbeing services across the rohe. The story highlights how a community-focused, co-designed brand...
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