Matariki is a time to gather with whānau and friends to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and plan for the future.
Matariki takes place in mid-winter from late May to early July. The dates vary according to tribes and geography.
The first public holiday to celebrate Matariki was held in New Zealand on Friday 24 June, 2022.
We've pulled together a collection of resources (linked below) to assist us on our Matariki journey.
Liza has been a GP for over 15 years, initially in the North of England and now in Gisborne, New Zealand. She's recently joined Pinnacle MHN as GP liaison for Tairāwhiti.
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View detailsGPs in each of our districts get frustrated when they hit barriers when seeking interventions from other providers. There is a perception that DHB services are becoming more difficult to access and that different DHBs have different levels of service available to their communities. This page outlines our process for advocating alongside practices.