Building the future of health – Te Whatu Ora

Have you been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle?

We've made some changes to accessing primary health care services for residents affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.

We're here to help health and care professionals get the support they need to do their mahi.

Pay disparities

Government funding has been set aside to reduce the pay gap within the New Zealand health sector.
Overseas Doctors

Two new initiatives are targeted at qualified overseas doctors allowing them to apply for roles in NZ that will lead to full registration as a doctor.
Claims, provider payments and entitlements

There are various claims, provider payments, subsidies, and entitlements you can apply for through Te Whatu Ora.
Looking for an exciting career? (goes to another website)

Browse all Te Whatu Ora and Te Aka Whai Ora corporate vacancies around the country.
Nurses' Pay Equity

We update what's happening with Nurses' pay equity often.

This website is for the health sector but we do have some important information for people and whānau who need to know where to get more help.

My Health Account

Create your own digital health identity and get access to online health services.
Take care of your family and whānau

There are Government initiatives that can help you get the care you need for your whānau.
Free health checks for 2022 Special Ukraine Visa holders

As a 2022 Special Ukraine Visa holder, you're eligible for all publicly-funded health care in New Zealand.
Vaccination and immunisation

Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself from infectious diseases like measles, shingles, and COVID-19. Most vaccinations are free.

We're building a simpler and more coordinated health system that will support all New Zealanders to live better and longer.

Te Pae Tata Interim Health Plan 2022

Te Pae Tata sets out the first two years of health system transformation to improve the health and wellbeing of all New Zealanders.
Workforce initiatives

Our health workforce is critical to the continued delivery of healthcare services for our communities.
News and updates

The latest news and updates on our work and the progress of Aotearoa's health system reforms.