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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.
10 November 2026
The Pinnacle Incorporated 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held online on Tuesday 24 November 2026 at 5.30pm, via Microsoft Teams.
3 November 2026
From making better use of technology to supporting staff wellbeing and improving patient experiences, practice managers who attended the 2026 Practice Managers and Administrators Association of New Zealand (PMAANZ) Conference in Wellington came away with plenty to share.
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.
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.
20 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.
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.
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.
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.