We recently asked Pinnacle network members to share their views on the proposed priorities for our primary care election manifesto. Twenty-one members responded and the results are clear: our network is united behind the need for urgent, meaningful change.
Read morePinnacle 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.
Read moreOn behalf of Hauraki PHO, NHC and Pinnacle, we are seeking kaimahi, working in primary and community care who are interested in further education skills development or study support.
Read moreOn Thursday 11 June, Ministers Simeon Brown and Matt Doocey confirmed the clinical placement regions for the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine (NZGSM), a significant milestone for primary care and the rural health workforce across Aotearoa.
Read moreTe Whatu Ora | Health NZ has released updated guidance for providers offering COVID-19 vaccination, including simplified onboarding, vaccine preparation and claiming arrangements from 1 July 2026. Practices interested in providing COVID-19 vaccination should contact their Regional Approver and ensure vaccinators complete the required IMAC training.
Read morePinnacle, in collaboration with Hauraki PHO and the National Health Coalition, is inviting Expressions of Interest for a fully funded, facilitator-supported Te Ao Māori learning opportunity for general practice teams. Places are limited to 50 participants, so submit your EOI early to register your interest.
Read moreHealthpoint has launched Ask Healthpoint, a new AI-powered tool that helps people find health and wellbeing services across Aotearoa New Zealand using natural language searches. Explore the new tool, share it with patients and whānau where appropriate, and download the clinic poster from the Healthpoint website.
Read moreHelp recognise the outstanding contribution of your Practice Manager or Practice Administrator by submitting a nomination for the Practice Management of the Year Award 2026. Nominations close on Sunday 16 August 2026 and can be submitted by anyone within the practice team.
Read moreDue to a global shortage of Bicillin L-A, Te Whatu Ora | Health NZ is recommending Benzetacil as the alternative for most patients aged 14 years and over requiring rheumatic fever prophylaxis or syphilis treatment. Please order Benzetacil and 1% lidocaine diluent, reserve remaining Bicillin for priority groups, and refer to the clinical guidance before making the transition.
Read moreThe recording of the recent Te Whatu Ora | Health NZ Information Sharing and Security Awareness webinar is now available, alongside a new resource hub featuring practical guidance, quick reference guides and e-learning resources. Visit the webpage to access the webinar recording and support your team's information sharing and cyber security practices.
Read moreFrom July 2026, capitation payments will reflect updated re-weighting factors agreed through the PSAAP funding offer, better aligning funding with patient need. Practices will continue to receive remittance advice through the Practice Portal, however demographic breakdowns will no longer be included in the capitation spreadsheet. If you have questions about your monthly capitation payments or require further detail about your capitation dataset, please contact the Practice Support team.
Read moreA new free online course from Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand is available to help health professionals better support new staff, graduates and students as they join the workforce and settle into their roles. Tuakana-Teina: He Ara Kitea, He Ara Ora – Making the way clear, supporting new staff to thrive is suitable for both clinical and non-clinical staff. It explores tuakana-teina principles, interprofessional collaboration and practical ways to create positive workplace experiences.
Read moreGeneral practices no longer need to undertake breast screening recalls for eligible patients. Invitations and recalls are now managed centrally through Te Puna. Please continue encouraging eligible patients to attend screening and refer patients with breast symptoms for diagnostic assessment.
Read moreA session focused on evidence-based approaches to managing hard-to-heal wounds.
View eventThe Office of the Privacy Commissioner is hosting a webinar on the ammended Health Information Privacy Code (HIPC). This reflects the IPP3A requirements from the Privacy Amendment Act 2025. What does it mean for health?
View eventThe Ministry of Health has introduced standards for B4SC training, recommending 24 hours of initial training for new B4SC nurses. The assessments as well as supervised practice makes up for the hours uncounted. This training is for Waikato region only.
View eventThe Waikato Strength and Balance service supports older adults to improve strength, balance and confidence, reducing falls risk and supporting independence. Services include
community-based Strength and Balance classes and in-home physiotherapy for those unable to attend classes.
Pinnacle’s RRAG brings the voice of rural teams, GPs, nurse practitioners into the governance of resources provided to help address the needs of our rural communities.
As part of Pinnacle’s commitment to supporting professional development and service improvement within the network, we are offering a nursing innovation fund of $10,000.