This is an opportunity for Pinnacle network practice nurses to register their expression of interest to attend this six-session nursing leadership education series.

Propharma has changed the process in which immunisation providers return their vaccines for destruction.

The College of Nurses Aotearoa (NZ) Inc is pleased to announce that the 2026 Scholarships are now open to College members for professional development.

Whānau Pakari is a community-based, no cost, whānau-centred programme for children and adolescents aged 4-15 years (inclusive), wanting to improve their lifestyle.

Te Pitomata Grants support the development of the Māori health workforce by contributing to course-related costs, including tuition fees and living expenses, for eligible tauira Māori enrolled in NZQA-accredited health or disability-related study, or rongoā Māori programmes.

Building on last year's success, Pinnacle is inviting Waikato general practices to deliver after-hours and weekend clinics focused on immunisations, Before School Checks, and holistic support for hāpu māmā and tamariki. Clinics must be delivered by 30 June 2026. Find out more here and express your interest by contacting Catherine Tobin by Thursday 12 March.

Amtech Medical Limited has rebranded as YesMed, effective 17 February 2026. There are no changes to ownership, management, or services, it's a brand update only. Read more.

Te Whatu Ora has extended the National Primary Care Dataset practice opt-off deadline to 31 March 2026, following sector feedback and a cyber breach that highlighted the need for stronger assurance processes. A simplified data access agreement will be shared with the sector by the end of February for review. Read more here.

The Ministry of Health is seeking feedback on Ngā Paerewa Health and Disability Services Standard — the framework that sets safety and quality expectations across a wide range of health and disability services in Aotearoa New Zealand. Have your say in this short consultation and help shape the future of the Standard. Consultation closes 16 March.

Te Whatu Ora has shared an update on changes to immunisation funding, which came into effect as part of the annual PHO services agreement uplift from 1 July 2025. The update also covers recent immunisation funding back payments that practices or providers may have received.