A new programme launched at Huntly College last week is intended to give rangatahi more time, space and support to find their strengths in their own communities, especially when the usual classroom model is not working for them.
Read moreLike many rural areas, Ōtorohanga faces GP shortages and growing demand for care. Rather than accept the status quo, the practice took a “grow your own” approach, creating a pipeline for nurses that runs from student placements to prescribing roles.
Read moreA recent audit of prescription errors across 68 pharmacies in Te Manawa Taki highlights the vital role pharmacists play in keeping patients safe. In his latest blog post, Dr Jo Scott-Jones reflects on the findings and shares key takeaways for general practice teams on reducing errors and improving communication.
Read moreThis afternoon (Friday 28 November) when the doors at Fairfield Medical Centre close for the weekend, it’ll mark the end of an era. Not a building, not a service line, but a relationship that has stretched across decades and generations.
Read moreThe New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine is seeking GPs to contribute to Year 1 curriculum development. Opportunities are available across nine block courses, with less than 10 hours’ commitment, remote participation and remuneration provided. Register your interest.
Read moreAotearoa New Zealand is transitioning from Comirnaty JN.1 to Comirnaty LP.8.1 vaccine. Providers can now order Comirnaty 10mcg LP.8.1 for use from 1 January 2026; there is no change to vial presentation or pack size.
Please continue using existing 10mcg JN.1 stock through December and dispose of remaining vials at year end. Transitions for 3mcg (ages 6 months–4 years) and 30mcg (ages 12+) vaccines are planned for February-March 2026. Please ensure the correct vaccine is recorded in AIR during the transition.
The National Public Health Service has developed the Guidelines for Immunisation Management in Primary Care as part of the Declined Immunisation Action Plan. The guidelines standardise follow-up for declined, delayed, and missed immunisations and strengthen culturally safe engagement with whānau.
Read moreRead the latest clinical updates for Taranaki including the referral process to Rehab Taranaki for ACC concussion services via BPAC and an updated version of the database of NGOs operating within Taranaki.
Read moreACC has moved the ACC32 treatment extension request form, used by providers under the allied health services contract or cost of treatment regulations, to ProviderHub, ACC’s new online portal for health sector providers. The ACC32 form is no longer be available on the ACC website.
Read moreTe Whatu Ora is streamlining the training and authorisation pathway for authorised vaccinators, creating a consistent national process. This includes the rollout of the workforce requests portal, an online tool for vaccinators to submit authorisation applications. To ensure pre-holiday processing, submit applications by 12 December with all required documentation as there will be a pause in application processing over the holiday period.
Read moreTe Kaunihera Manapou | Paramedic Council is consulting on the potential introduction of designated prescribing authority for paramedics in Aotearoa New Zealand. Under the proposal, only registered paramedics who complete an approved postgraduate prescribing qualification, and meet additional requirements, would be able to prescribe medicines. A strong response to the consultation will help capture the full range of views on paramedic prescribing.
Read moreThe measles chapter of the Communicable Disease Control Manual has been updated, including clarifications to testing guidance, case definitions, and new advice on immunity for people born or living overseas before 1969. A summary of key changes and the updated chapter are available on our website.
Read moreLearningWorks is offering three NZQA-recognised leadership and training programmes at zero fees from February 2026. These flexible programmes are designed to fit around work commitments and deliver practical, on-the-job benefits. Spaces are limited due to funding eligibility.
Read moreDr Jo Scott-Jones and Dr Robin Baird are hosting two online hui on Thursday 18 December for GPs and NPs considering offering ADHD services. The session aims to gauge interest in forming a peer support group to share challenges, discuss cases, and develop future education and quality improvement opportunities.
View eventDr Jo Scott-Jones and Dr Robin Baird are hosting two online hui on Thursday 18 December for GPs and NPs considering offering ADHD services. The session aims to gauge interest in forming a peer support group to share challenges, discuss cases, and develop future education and quality improvement opportunities.
View eventB4 School Check refresher course (1-hour session) for registered nurse providers working in Waikato who have previously completed the two-day B4SC training.
View eventThe Power BI dashboards are designed to give you clinically useful information that will help you to improve the care of your patients.
Pinnacle provides a free service for member practices, representing contracted providers in PSAAP negotiations.
All Pinnacle practices can now use the new Practice Portal — a secure, easy-to-use hub for claims, remittance reports, payment files, and sharing documents, designed to save time and give you clearer oversight.