Health NZ – Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley

19/06/2026

Facing a cancer diagnosis is hard enough without the added stress of traveling far from home for support. That’s why for the last 15 months, Health NZ Registered Social Worker Haley Gerondis has been based right on the ground in Porirua, bringing vital oncology support directly to patients and their whānau.

By working side-by-side with incredible local partners like the Cancer Society Porirua | Te Puna Aroha, iwi, Māori, and Pacific providers, this collective waka is breaking down barriers to care. From conducting comfortable home visits to helping a recent Pasifika patient successfully navigate her treatment cycles with newfound independence, the impact of a consistent, trusted community presence is undeniable.

The success of this collaborative model is already paving the way for more local services, including future psychology clinics at Kenepuru Hospital to further reduce travel times for our community.

A massive thank you to Haley, the Cancer Support team, and all of our incredible Porirua community partners for putting whānau at the heart of everything you do! 🌟

📷From left to right: Lacey Reedy (Support Coordinator), Gillian Fry (Community Support Lead), Haley Gerondis (Social Worker), Stasia Jackson (Support Coordinator). Not pictured, but part of the team: Hayley Morum (Associate Charge Nurse Manager).

18/06/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week to our incredible Wellington Hospitals Foundation guides!

The guides volunteer their time to help thousands of patients, visitors and whānau find their way every year.

To all the guides, thank you for the kindness and care you bring to our hospitals every day. We are so grateful for everything you do.

To learn more about our fantastic guides, check out the video:

15/06/2026

Help protect your community - selling to***co or v**e products to under 18s is illegal.

If you see or suspect illegal to***co sales, report it. Visit: http://healthnz.govt.nz/TellUs

Smokefree Toolkit including resources: https://www.smokefree.org.nz/resources/toolkit-make-a-smoking-or-va**ng-complaint

14/06/2026

Looking for the right space to welcome your new arrival? 👶

Join us for the Kenepuru Maternity Unit Open Day on Saturday 8 August from 11:30am–
1:30pm.
• Explore the unit and see what our birthing facility has to offer.
• Bring the whānau and share some kai with our team.
• Stay protected: Boostrix and flu vaccinations will be available for hapū māmā and
eligible whānau.

📍 Kenepuru Maternity Unit, Ground floor, Kenepuru Community Hospital, Porirua

11/06/2026

A massive thank you to the Wellington Hospitals Foundation and every single person who contributed to this incredible milestone. 💛

Our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) teams at Wellington Regional Hospital see firsthand how critical those first few hours are for a vulnerable newborn. This new transport incubator is an absolute game-changer. It means our specialised retrieval teams can bring around 500 premature and critically ill babies from across the central region safely to us each year, ensuring they and their whānau get the specialist care they need right when it matters most.

We are so proud of our ongoing partnership with the Foundation. To everyone who donated, from one-off gifts to the generous grants from Pub Charity Limited, New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT), and The Lion Foundation – thank you for standing alongside our clinicians and giving our smallest patients the best possible start in life.

09/06/2026

Help protect your community - Let’s work together to stop illegal smoking and va**ng activity.

If you see or suspect illegal to***co sales, report it. Visit: http://healthnz.govt.nz/TellUs 👇

09/06/2026

Rain didn’t stop the rain-blessings or the smiles at Hutt Hospital recently! 🌧️✨

Our Pacific Health team gathered to celebrate the reopening and blessing of their newly refreshed office space. Led by QSM recipient Rev. Falkland Liuvaie, the blessing was a beautiful reminder of the care, compassion, and service that this space represents for our Pacific patients, fanau, and staff.

While the office has a beautiful new look and fresh coat of paint, the heart of the space remains the same: a dedicated hub supporting our community through some of their most challenging moments. 💙

A massive thank you to everyone who contributed to this project and helped create an environment that truly supports our staff's wellbeing and morale.

📷 Rev. Falkland Liuvaie, Pacific Health team and guests gather at Hutt Hospital to celebrate the blessing and reopening of their newly refurbished office.

08/06/2026

Waterfront properties on Wellington's South Coast, take note. 👇🏾

⚠ HEAVY SWELL UPDATE ⚠

Tuesday 9 June, 5am

Mōrena Wellington

A heavy swell warning remains in place for the Wellington Region, with large southerly swells affecting the South Coast, Wellington Harbour, and the Wairarapa coast today and overnight.

🌊Dangerous waves, debris on roads, and road closures are expected, particularly around high tide.

A mandatory evacuation order is in place from 9am today for WATERFRONT properties in:

👟 Ōwhiro Bay

👟 Island Bay

👟 Houghton Bay

👟 Breaker Bay

👟 Moa Point

Lyall Bay is not included in this evacuation order.

If you're in an affected area:

💊Take essential items, medications, important documents, and clothing with you.

🐾Make arrangements for pets.

🫂Stay with friends or whānau if possible.

❤ Check on neighbours who may need assistance.

📍An Emergency Assistance Centre is available at Wellington South Baptist Church, 284 The Parade, for those needing support.

🏫Families should check directly with their local school or early childhood centre for any updates on opening arrangements. 🏫

⛴All interisland and commuter ferry services are cancelled Tuesday.

Stay up-to-date with weather warnings via www.metservice.com

Get the latest updates on Wellington City Council's page: https://www.facebook.com/wellingtoncitycouncil

For public transport updates check the www.metlink.org.nz

05/06/2026

Smokefreerockquest and Smokefree Tangata Beats are back for 2026! And the Wellington final is coming up on 20 June!

Through music, creativity and performance, Smokefreerockquest encourages young people to protect their breath, strengthen their wellbeing and perform at their best. Health New Zealand is proud to continue its 36-year sponsorship of this event, backing young talent across New Zealand.
For more information: https://www.smokefree.org.nz/our-community/schools/smokefreerockquest-and-smokefree-tangata-beats

For regional event times, dates and locations: https://www.rqp.co.nz/rockquest/dates-tickets

Smokefreerockquest and Smokefree Tangata Beats aim to inspire young musicians to see where they can go with their music careers and encourage their peers to support original music made in Aotearoa. The competitions give young musicians opportunities to showcase their talents live in their regions an...

03/06/2026

Visit the Health NZ Immunisation exhibit at the Lower Hutt Baby Expo this weekend and feel supported in your immunisation journey.

Come meet our friendly, experienced nurse Andrea in a relaxed and welcoming environment, and take the opportunity to check your immunisation status.

Ask questions, access trusted information, and talk through any concerns in a safe supportive space. Bring your whānau along to learn, connect, and feel confident in your choices – and go into the draw to win a fantastic goodie hamper! 💛