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Ngā pānui me ngā rangitaki
The latest news, stories and updates from across Pinnacle and our network, including blogs and reflections on primary care and community health.
15 December 2024
It has been a tough year for health, and primary care in particular, but we are pleased to have identified opportunities to improve the way we fund our practices.
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19 November 2024
Pinnacle development managers have created a toolkit to provide essential tools and resources to support practice managers, business managers, and other staff involved in the management of general practice. It aims to streamline administrative tasks, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the quality of care and services delivered at practice level.
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23 October 2024
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.
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20 October 2024
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.
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6 October 2024
Taupō Medical Centre’s Jean Chegwidden followed the leader when she decided to become a nurse.
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2 October 2024
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.
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14 August 2024
A new Extended Care Paramedic (ECP) initiative has been launched in Northern Coromandel in response to community-identified health needs developed through locality planning and partnerships.
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16 July 2024
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.
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