Press Releases

Read our official statements, news announcements, and media coverage related to the WBOP PHO and our initiatives.

Press Releases

Read our official statements, news announcements, and media coverage related to the WBOP PHO and our initiatives.

Press Releases

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...

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...

Infographic with text for Workforce Dev Fund - includes images of 5 people on various coloured backgrounds

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...

Image depicting WBOP PHO's new website on various screen devices: 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...

A man holding a Starlink receiver with two women on Matakana Island

Partnership: Matakana Island’s telehealth service gets a boost

Anthony Ririnui, Hera Murray and Te Uta Roretana. 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...

The WBOP PHO team accepting the Supreme Award

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...