Press Release

Family running on the beach

Healthy Summer Tips: Stay Safe and Enjoy the Sunshine in the WBOP

Summer is here, bringing those sunny, perfectly clear blue skies, and endless opportunities to enjoy the beauty of the Western Bay of Plenty. Whether you’re relaxing at the beach, firing up the barbie, or spending quality time with whānau and friends, we’ve got all the summer tips you need to make this season fun and … Read more

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WBOP Workforce Development Fund – Applications for Round Two Open February 2025

Applications for the WBOP Workforce Development Fund – Round Two will open from the 1st of February to the 10th of March 2025. This funding supports kaimahi in the primary and community healthcare sectors who are seeking further education, skill development, or additional support to advance their careers. Supporting primary and community healthcare The WBOP … Read more

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WBOP PHO's new website: Your hub to health services in the Western Bay

WBOP PHO’s new website: Your hub to health services in the Western Bay of Plenty

The Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) has launched a new, user-friendly website designed to simplify how residents access health services in the Western Bay of Plenty. The www.wboppho.org.nz address now serves as a comprehensive hub for primary care information and resources, connecting the community to essential providers and programmes across the … Read more

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Partnership: Matakana Island’s telehealth service gets a boost

Te Awanui Hauora on Matakana Island is now equipped with a Starlink satellite, offering reliable and faster internet for telehealth appointments. While the island previously had internet access, weak signals or no connection in certain areas often required patients to travel to the hauora for virtual consultations. Thanks to the support of ASB Tauranga and … Read more

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WBOP PHO Wins Supreme Award at the 2024 Diversity Awards NZ™

WBOP PHO is proud to share that we have won the Supreme Award at the 2024 Diversity Awards NZ™, announced on 28 August in Auckland. We were also named the Medium-Large Organisation Winner in the Ngā Āhuatanga o te Tiriti Tohu category. These honours recognise our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, diversity, equity, and … Read more

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Diversity Awards 2024

WBOP PHO Named Finalist in the 2024 Diversity Awards NZ™

We are proud to announce that WBOP PHO has been named a finalist in the prestigious 2024 Diversity Awards NZ™ in the category Ngā Āhuatanga o Te Tiriti Tohu. This recognition, announced on Thursday, 30th May, places us among 28 esteemed organisations celebrated for their dedication to fostering a culture of inclusion in workplaces across Aotearoa New … Read more

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Voices of change

Freedom from Smoking: Voices of Change

Stories from people who have quit smoking, offering hope and encouragement to others on the same journey. In the backdrop of World Smokefree May, a month dedicated to championing smokefree living, Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) and Hāpainga Stop Smoking Service launched Freedom from Smoking: Voices of Change. This series of videos … Read more

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Whanau Voice

Whānau Voice Survey 2024: Shaping the future of Western Bay of Plenty wellness services

The Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) and Ngā Mataapuna Oranga (NMO) are proud to announce the launch of the Whānau Voice Survey 2024, designed to uncover what matters most to our Western Bay of Plenty community. The purpose of the Whānau Voice Survey 2024 is to empower community members to voice their opinions and … Read more

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