Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance

11/06/2026

Winter has arrived, bringing a higher risk of flu, Covid-19 and other illnesses.

Getting immunised helps lower your risk of serious illness. It also reduces the chance of passing infections on to others — especially children, older adults, those who are pregnant, and people with underlying health conditions. The vaccine is also updated each year to match the flu strains expected to circulate.

The 2026 flu vaccine is free for some people:
- people aged 65 years and over
- people aged 6 months and over who have a long term medical condition like diabetes, asthma, or a heart condition
- pregnant people
- tamariki (children) aged 4 years and under who have been hospitalised for respiratory illness, or have a history of significant respiratory illness
- people with mental health conditions, including schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, or schizoaffective disorder
- people who are currently accessing secondary or tertiary mental health and addiction services.

If you’re not eligible and don’t have a voucher from your employer, there will be a cost. The flu vaccine usually costs between $25 and $45.

If you’re unsure, your doctor, nurse, healthcare provider or local pharmacy can help.

If it’s right for you, book your flu vaccination today

To book, contact your family doctor, pharmacy, healthcare provider, or:
Book online at BookMyVaccine.
Visit healthpoint.co.nz to find a provider near you.
Call 0800 28 29 26 8:30am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Calls are free, and interpreters are available.

Look after yourself and your whānau.

03/06/2026

NOTICE OF SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING
Toi Manawa Alliance
Legally known as Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance

Date: Wednesday, 10th June 2026
Time: 4.00pm
Location: 5 Louvain Street, Whakatāne

Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance now trading as Toi Manawa Alliance will hold a Special General Meeting to present the amended Trust Deed.

Agenda
Karakia Tīmatanga
Mihi and welcome from Chair Kirsty Maxwell Crawford
Apologies
Discussion regarding adoption of amended Trust Deed
Resolution to adopt amended Trust Deed
Karakia Whakamutunga

If interested in attending, please register through [email protected]

29/05/2026

Tēnā koutou katoa,

We are excited to share an important milestone as we officially introduce our new trading name and identity Toi Manawa Alliance. This reflects a new phase of our journey being community led, hauora focused and investing with care.

Manawa refers to the heartbeat, spirit, and life force that connects people, relationships, and communities. It reflects the energy and shared purpose behind the mahi we do and can do together.

Toi speaks to doing the mahi with care, skill, integrity, and intention, while also grounding us in Te Moana a Toi and the whakapapa of this region.

Alongside our new identity, we are proud to introduce Te Kawa o Toi Manawa. This is our guide to the way we lead, connect, and support our communities.

Manawakura reminds us to stay grounded in the voices, lived experiences, and aspirations of whānau and communities.
Manawa Pou reflects the trust, accountability, and strong relationships that hold our kaupapa steady.
Manawa Ū speaks to genuine partnership, collaboration, and walking alongside others with commitment and care.
Manawaroa reflects our determination, resilience, and ongoing commitment to equity and achieving meaningful outcomes for whānau.

While our identity is evolving, our core purpose remains unchanged. We remain committed to working in partnership, enabling stronger collaboration, and helping create the conditions for whanau and communities to thrive.

Over the next couple of months you will begin to see Toi Manawa Alliance identity be reflected across our communications and engagements as we move toward a wider launch.

We are also releasing the Expressions of Interest for new board members, so please refer to our website for updates.

We are excited for this next chapter and implementing not only the branding, but a new way of working across the network.

Aku mihi,
Katarina Gordon
CE

22/05/2026

We loved coming together for our Pink Breakfast yesterday in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined in to support! We raised $136 🙌

Donations are still open for anyone who would like to contribute:
https://fundraise.bcf.org.nz/fundraisers/Ebpha

14/05/2026

Today we raised awareness about workplace bullying by hosting a morning kōrero for Pink Shirt Day with our HR Manager, Olivia, and CE, Katarina.

Over coffee and cake, we had a meaningful wānanga on the importance of being an Upstander rather than a Bystander. A great reminder to always lead with kindness!

12/05/2026

04/05/2026

🌟 We’re hiring! Business Administrator

📍 Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance | Whakatāne
🕘 Full‑time

Are you an organised, proactive admin superstar who loves variety and keeping things running smoothly? We’re looking for a Business Administrator to be a welcoming face and behind‑the‑scenes powerhouse at the heart of our kaupapa‑driven organisation.

This is more than admin — it’s a meaningful role supporting better health outcomes for our Eastern Bay community. 💚

👉 Apply now through Seek (https://nz.seek.com/job/91881213 and bring your admin superpowers where they matter most.

🗓 Applications close 4pm, Friday 15 May 2026

21/04/2026

🌿 We’re hiring | Make a difference in community health 🌿

Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance (EBPHA) is looking for a Manager – Service Operations and Development to join our team in Whakatāne.

This is a key leadership role supporting high‑quality, equitable primary and community health services. You’ll work alongside service leaders and partners to strengthen operations, support innovation, and champion Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori health equity.

If you’re an experienced leader with a passion for service improvement, collaboration, and making a real difference for whānau and communities, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Whakatāne
🕒 Full‑time, Fixed Term (12months)
🤝 Community‑focused | Equity‑driven | Purpose‑led
👉 Apply now via Seek: https://nz.seek.com/job/91633647

22/02/2026

Introducing Candy Black - Candy is the new Team Lead Hapainga Stop Smoking Service.

"Kia ora koutou, Although I’m newly based at EBPHA, I’ve been part of the Hāpainga Stop Smoking service since 2016 and have a strong commitment to supporting whānau to achieve their hauora goals.

I’m really enjoying the role and getting to know the team and wider services. As a māmā of four and a proud nanny to five mokopuna, this mahi is close to my heart.

I value working collaboratively, building strong relationships, and learning from the people and communities around me. I’m looking forward to connecting more here in Whakatāne and contributing to the important work already happening."

If you know of anyone that would benefit from stopping smoking here are the ways they can access our service:

--> Call 0800 427 246 (0800 Hāpainga) to speak with a Quit Coach, or
--> Email [email protected], or
--> Come to 5 Louvain Street, Whakatāne. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm, or
--> Come to 10 Tebbs Lane, Gate Pā, Tauranga. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm, or
--> Let your GP know and they will refer you to the Hāpainga team

Once you have signed up, our quit coaches will call you as soon as possible and get you started on your new journey.