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The latest news, stories and updates from across Pinnacle and our network, including blogs and reflections on primary care and community health.

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PHO collaboration to deliver Regional Workforce Hub in Te Manawa Taki
Media releaseAdvocacyEquity

19 June 2026

PHO collaboration to deliver Regional Workforce Hub in Te Manawa Taki

Two Primary Health Organisations (PHOs) in Te Manawa Taki have been awarded the contract to deliver the Te Manawa Taki Workforce Hub. Funded by Health New Zealand, Pinnacle Midlands Health Network will hold the contract and co-lead the Hub with Te Puna Hauora Matua o Hauraki (Hauraki PHO). This model reflects a shared commitment to equity, co-governance and a focus on Māori and rural workforces. 

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Te Manawa Taki Workforce Hub
ArticlePractice developmentTe Whatu Ora

18 June 2026

Te Manawa Taki Workforce Hub

More access to training, funding, and development opportunities will be offered through the Te Manawa Taki Workforce Hub.

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Manifesto survey: What you told us

17 June 2026

Manifesto survey: What you told us

We recently asked Pinnacle network members to share their views on the proposed priorities for our primary care election manifesto. Twenty-one members responded and the results are clear: our network is united behind the need for urgent, meaningful change.

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Credibility is built on relationships
BlogAdvocacyPractices

6 May 2026

Credibility is built on relationships

Justin Butcher writes about what it actually takes to make progress in rural primary care, and why trust, experience and relationships are at the centre.

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