Tāpiri Mai

Tāpiri Mai, a project co-designed with the community to improve access to healthcare for whānau on Matakana and Mōtītī Islands in the Bay of Plenty, has entered a new phase focused on building health literacy. Following three years of work to strengthen infrastructure, systems for telehealth and expand access to services, locally delivered diabetes self-management … Read more

Matakana Island initiative brings rural health innovation to national spotlight After being showcased on the world stage in Lisbon, Portugal, the Tāpiri Mai project has now received national attention, with a feature on TVNZ’s 1News highlighting the impact of this community-led healthcare model. Reporter Jordyn Rudd travelled to Matakana Island to see firsthand how the … Read more

Last week, the Tāpiri Mai project took the stage at the International Conference on Integrated Care (ICIC25) in Lisbon, Portugal. The event gathered global leaders in health innovation and provided a platform to share and learn from integrated care models worldwide. Kiri Peita, Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) General Manager: Māori, … Read more

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