Fortnightly clinics at two Raglan marae have enabled Raglan Medical to engage with some of the most vulnerable members of its Waikato west coast community.

Bronwyn Dennis, kaimanaaki Waikato, joined Pinnacle in March 2024. This role is designed to be a navigator of manaakitanga, building trusting relationships with iwi, mana whenua and whānau and is modelled on aroha, values and respect.

In response to the voices of the network captured in the Pinnacle Workforce Survey 2023, Pinnacle would like to offer 41 registered health professionals from within the network an opportunity to upskill in mentoring and supervision. We invite you to register your interest before 5pm, Friday 5 December.

When Rongomaiwahine Iwi Trust and Pinnacle signed a formal agreement in February to promote the iwi’s hauora ora aspirations in the community it felt historic.

The success of a marae-based health clinic at Mangatoatoa Pā, just inside the King Country boundary near the banks of the Pūniu River, shows the power of collaboration.

Lana Reed makes dreams come true. Part of the Pinnacle Tairāwhiti care coordinator’s job is to equip individuals with the tools they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives.

Taupō Medical Centre’s Jean Chegwidden followed the leader when she decided to become a nurse.

Mention the word retirement to Sally Davies and she quickly responds by saying she is still working a day a week but come December that will be it.

Pinnacle was a prominent contributor to the RNZCGP conference participating in several presentations and panel discussions. Congratulations to Dr Dave Maplesden on his Distinguished Fellowship and to Dr Hayley Scott who received the Eric Elder Medal.

This week we are announcing a strategic partnership between Pinnacle Incorporated and K'aute Pasifika, forming a new venture named Fatu Lalaga. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our shared commitment to provide excellent and equitable healthcare for Pacific, Māori, and priority populations.