Distributed to key regional and national stakeholders, the manifesto sets out a focused, practical path toward equitable health outcomes across Te Matau a Māui.

As Chief Executive of Quality Roading and Services (QRS) and a Wairoa District Councillor, Jeremy Harker brings a unique perspective on local civic leadership and workforce development.

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.

A regional analysis of primary care access, community experiences and geographic variations across Te-Matau-a-Māui Hawke's Bay.

The latest developments shaping whānau hauora across our rohe including health workforce initiatives, regional priorities, policy advocacy and action to improve equitable access to care.

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.

Brad Warren (Ngāpuhi) owns Boxed Out Barbershop in Napier. In Brad’s Q&A, he talks about how his own struggles with mental health inspired him to create a safe and inclusive space, where getting a cool haircut comes hand in hand with having genuine conversations.

Hawkes Bay Iwi Māori Partnership Board Tihei Takitimu has confirmed a landmark partnership with the University to bring a state-of-the-art Community Clinical Learning Centre to the Hawke’s Bay rohe.

This week we were lucky enough to connect with local Midwifery Student, Emily Waaka (Pāhauwera, Ngāti Kahungunu). Emily talks to us about her decision to change her career and embark on her Midwifery degree. Her inspiring kōrero highlights the need for more Māori to take up the wero.

Gretta Carney (Te Atihaunui a Pāpārangi) is a talented, busy Māmā, who has dedicated herself to food, healing and health. Her mahi in the hauora space has centered around kai, with her taking on leadership roles with The Organic Catering Company, OANZ (Organic Aotearoa New Zealand) and Te Waka Kai Ora.

MEDIA RELEASE | 19 March 2026 Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated (NKII) is proud to announce a formal commitment

Late last year our Co-Chairs met with the Minister of Health, the Hon Simeon Brown who was interested