
21 October 2026
The future of PHOs: why getting it right matters for general practice
In his latest blog, Justin Butcher makes the case for retaining and strengthening PHOs to better support general practice and patient care.
Read more7 April 2022

Registrations of interest are now open for community representatives on the Midlands Regional Health Network Charitable Trust Board.
The Midlands Regional Health Network Charitable Trust was established to focus on a regional approach to delivering health care services. The trust works closely with the Lakes, Tairāwhiti, Taranaki and Waikato district health boards to make sure health services are better aligned across the primary, community and secondary sectors. The trust is responsible for improving primary health care for more than half a million people in the midlands region.
The Midlands Regional Health Network Charitable Trust Board is made up of nine members: four clinical representatives, two Māori partner representatives, two community representatives and an independent professional chair. As per the trust deed requirements, the trust board is inviting interest from the public to fill two community representative positions.
For more information and to apply please contact Liz Patterson, 027 876 3427.
Applications close on Thursday, 21 April 2022.

21 October 2026
In his latest blog, Justin Butcher makes the case for retaining and strengthening PHOs to better support general practice and patient care.
Read more
3 September 2026
This blog by Dr Jo Scott-Jones looks at new guidance on cognitive assessment as part of older people’s driver licence medical examinations, including when testing may be appropriate and what practices should consider when reviewing their current processes.
Read more20 August 2026
Network4 has released its 2026 Election Manifesto, calling on all political parties to support five priorities for a stronger, more sustainable primary care system.
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