Telehealth review released with new initiatives An independent review into mental health and addiction telehealth services has been released today, alongside new initiatives that respond directly
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More children are getting faster access to dental treatment in Auckland, with the number of children waiting for dental surgery falling by more than 1,400 to
Read morePeople in need of a better crisis response will have faster access to support with new peer-led beds being opened in Auckland and the lower South
Read moreOur frontline community organisations play a vital role supporting New Zealanders every day, and we are backing them with more funding and greater certainty, Mental Health
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Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today launched the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, setting a clear 10-year direction to improve mental health and addiction outcomes for
Read moreRural communities across New Zealand will benefit from three new investments that will support the rural health workforce and help more people access care closer to
Read morePeople in Canterbury experiencing mental distress have received support from a new mental health co-response team since it began operating, with early results showing the service
Read moreMore people in need of forensic mental health services will receive faster access to support following a significant investment, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Forensic
Read moreThe Government is backing Lifeline, alongside Youthline and Whakarongorau, through a more than $10 million package to strengthen mental health and addiction telehealth services and help
Read moreNew Zealand is investing $9 million, the single biggest investment ever made in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), to establish community-based hubs in Rotorua/Kawerau, Hawke’s Bay
Read moreNew Zealand's mental health laws are set for their biggest overhaul in more than 30 years, with Parliament today passing landmark legislation, Mental Health Minister Matt
Read moreGrieving parents who are coping with stillbirth will be able to register their baby through a dedicated website, Whetūrangitia, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Losing
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Quarter three mental health and addiction target results show New Zealanders are continuing to get faster access to support, with all three mental health and addiction
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The regions that will host clinical training for the University of Waikato's new medical school from 2028 have been confirmed, alongside a new nationwide approach to
Read moreA new mental health toolkit launched today by Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey will support businesses to improve productivity in the workplace through better mental health.
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NCN April 30 2026 For me, Anzac Day is a time to recognise and thank the families, friends and loved ones of the men and women
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NCN April 9 2026 As a born and bred Crusaders fan, I was very excited to attend the official opening of the One New Zealand stadium
Read moreMore New Zealanders and their families will have faster access to support for eating disorders with the rollout of peer support workers in eating disorder services
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