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Te Rerenga: April 2025 Edition – Supporting Growth
Welcome to the April 2025 edition of Te Rerenga! This issue shines a light on WBOP PHO’s commitment to strengthening the local health workforce, with the return of CME/CNE events, de-escalation and diabetes education training, and the first-ever eCALD sessions...
How new roles in general practice are making a difference in our community
WBOP PHO’s CPCT story featured in GPNZ national report on extended primary care teams A recent report from General Practice New Zealand (GPNZ) shows how extended primary care teams are improving access to care across Aotearoa. The document gathers real-life...
WBOP PHO Reaffirms Commitment to Transparency and the Health of our Community
In response to a recently circulated report that questions the role and financial practices of Primary Health Organisations, Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) wishes to address several misleading claims, while reaffirming our commitment to transparency, responsible...
WBOP PHO welcomes renewed focus on primary care
The government’s recent announcements on primary care signal a welcome shift towards strengthening general practice and improving patient access. While further details are awaited regarding implementation, Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) recognises this as a significant...
Te Rerenga: February 2025 Edition – Empowering Primary Care
Welcome to the February 2025 edition of Te Rerenga! This issue highlights the empowering impact of the WBOP Health Workforce Development Fund, which supports kaimahi in the primary and community healthcare sectors as they pursue further education and career growth....
New Health Minister Meets Tauranga Practices and Urgent Care Provider
New Health Minister Hon Simeon Brown with the teams from The Doctors Welcome Bay (left) and Tara Road (right), alongside WBOP PHO CEO Lindsey Webber, and MPs Sam Uffindell and Tom Rutherford. NewHealth Minister Hon Simeon Brown visited The Doctors...
WBOP PHO Submits Formal Opposition to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill
The Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) submitted a formal opposition to the proposed Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill. The WBOP PHO, which plays a key role in the region's healthcare services, asserts that Te...
WBOP Workforce Development Fund now open for applications
Applications for the WBOP Workforce Development Fund – Round Two are open until 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...
Celebrating a Year of Growth and Innovation: WBOP PHO Annual Report 2023-2024
The Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) has released its Annual Report for 2023-2024, reflecting a year characterised by significant achievements, resilience, and collaboration within the community. This report highlights the organisation's milestones and the impactful initiatives...
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