About this item

Issue date:
23 January 2025
Status:
Current
Corporate Author:
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora,
Document date:
23 January 2025
Type:
Policy,
Topic:
Health infrastructure,

Why this policy matters

Health NZ manages over 700 hectares (7,000,000m2) of land, inherited from the former District Health Boards. Buying and selling property is a significant responsibility that requires strategic oversight and careful planning to ensure the best use of public funds and compliance with legal requirements.

Key aspects of the Policy:

  • Confirms our strategic approach to property acquisition and disposal.
  • Provides a clear and consistent approach to property decisions
  • Explains why and how we acquire property.
  • Outlines funding methods and how we prioritise opportunities
  • Defines when and how property should be sold
  • Reflects the importance of strong relationships and partnerships with private, public, iwi and Māori groups.

This policy sets out the criteria Health New Zealand I Te Whatu Ora (Health NZ) will use to guide decision making when acquiring or disposing of property.