28 May 2021
Waikato DHB's information systems were affected by a cyber security incident on Tuesday 18 May 2021. Services are impacted and will resume over time. Patient care and safety remains their priority. This incident has affected services at Waikato, Te Kūiti, Taumarunui, Thames and Tokoroa hospitals and our community-based services.
Outpatient clinics are disrupted - please check the DHB website for latest updates, or by calling the dedicated Waikato DHB call centre on 0800 276 216. The main DHB and hospital is also available for any questions relating to appointments or care on 07 839 8899.
Further updates are also posted daily to the DHB newsroom site.
15 July 2026
Pinnacle is inviting Expressions of Interest from practices interested in employing a Graduate Registered Nurse through the 2027 ACE recruitment process. Submit your EOI to nursing@pinnacle.health.nz by 1 September 2026 to express your interest and learn more about the funding and support available.
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15 July 2026
Supporting rangatahi starts with understanding, connection, and early support. Through the Tūturu programme, Pinnacle is partnering with five secondary schools in Tairāwhiti to help schools take a more pastoral, mana-enhancing approach to alcohol and other drug (AOD) wellbeing. Read how the programme is bringing health and education together to support rangatahi and strengthen school communities.
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19 June 2026
Health New Zealand, PHOs, Contracted Providers, and Te Kāhui Hauora Māori are pleased to confirm that the PSAAP Heads of Agreement has now been endorsed in principle by all parties following sector consultation.
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