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Hawke’s Bay Dental Crisis Highlights Systemic Failure

The release of the New Zealand Dental Association’s (NZDA) 2026 Oral Health Scorecard has highlighted a stark reality for our region. Hawke’s Bay currently ranks worst nationally for child dental care.

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Hawke’s Bay Ranks Worst Nationally for Child Dental Care Arrears: Tihei Takitimu Demands Action

Kerri Nuku and Lewis Ratapu, Co-Chairs of Tihei Takitimu, the Iwi-Māori Partnership Board (IMPB) for Hawke’s Bay, are issuing an urgent call to action following the release of the New Zealand Dental Association’s (NZDA) 2026 Oral Health Scorecard this month.

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