Health NZ – Hawke’s Bay

26/06/2026

A special day for Hawke’s Bay 💛
Today we marked a significant milestone with the ceremonial sod turn and the start of the Hawke’s Bay Cancer Centre project, bringing us one step closer to delivering radiation treatment closer to home.

We also welcomed additional investment, enabling stage two for medical oncology and haematology to be built alongside stage one, creating an integrated cancer centre for our community.

This centre will transform the experience for patients and whānau, reducing disruption, keeping people close to their support networks, and helping us meet the growing demand for cancer services now and into the future. It will also provide a modern, purpose-built environment for our teams and support the growth of a specialist cancer workforce right here in Hawke’s Bay.

💛 Alongside the sod turn, we were proud to launch our Legacy Wall. We invite you to be part of this legacy. Leave a message of hope, strength, and support for those who will receive care in the centre in the comments below. 👇 Your words will become a lasting part of the centre, helping create a place filled with care, connection, and the voices and aroha of the community it serves for years to come.

24/06/2026

Scabies is a tiny mite that causes a very big itch! There have been reports of scabies around recently, so it's important to know the signs and how to treat it properly.

The main symptom to look out for is an itchy rash that mostly affects the arms, legs and torso. Have one already? See your healthcare provider so they can check for scabies or other conditions.

If scabies is confirmed, it can be easily treated with these steps:

✅ Treat it with a cream to kill the mites (pharmacies may offer subsidised advice and treatment)

✅ Treat everyone in your household at the same time

✅ Treat clothing and bedding in a hot wash or dryer; or by freezing or bagging

✅ Vacuum carpets, mats and sofas

✅ Remember to treat car seats too.

To make sure you get rid of the scabies mites completely, see more detailed info on how to treat them: http://spr.ly/6184BDepsY

23/06/2026

The availability of illicit to***co weakens whānau and community efforts to be smokefree and makes to***co easily accessible to youth.

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

The ready to use Toolkit has everything you need to help spread the word: https://www.smokefree.org.nz/resources/toolkit-make-a-smoking-or-va**ng-complaint

21/06/2026

Not every sniffle needs a cancellation 🤧

Moderate illness, like a cold, runny nose, or mild fever, is usually not a reason to delay childhood immunisations. If you're unsure, give your vaccinator a call before cancelling. Staying on schedule helps keep children protected from preventable diseases 💙

18/06/2026

Weekly Childhood Immunisation Drop-in Clinic
🗓️Every Friday | 2pm–6pm
📍208 Avenue Road East, Hastings
A safe, welcoming space for children (tamariki) and family (whānau) 💛
No appointment needed — just drop in!
All childhood immunisations are free on the national schedule, including:
✅MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)
✅Whooping cough (pertussis)
✅Chickenpox (free at 15 months)
✅Pregnancy immunisations
Not sure if your child is due? We can check!
🧒Child-friendly environment, pregnant māmā welcome.
🧡Ask questions, kōrero with our friendly team.

🔗Learn more about childhood immunisations here: www.healthnz.govt.nz/health-topics/immunisations/national-immunisation-schedule

17/06/2026

We’re on the move.

From 22 June, the pre-admissions clinic and the antenatal clinic will be located at a new space in the Puāwānanga outpatient’s department.

Access is via Gate 9 off McLeod Street, parking just inside the gate.

If you have an upcoming appointment, please check your letter for full details.

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

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 👇

05/06/2026

Smokefreerockquest and Smokefree Tangata Beats are back for 2026! And the Hawke’s Bay Final is coming up on 13 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...