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This will be a monthly pānui to share with you what we do to serve Ngāpuhi whānau and the wider community within the boundaries of Te Whare Tapu o Ngāpuhi and beyond.
You will find the following in this pānui:
- Service updates
- General updates
- Upcoming kaupapa
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Service Updates
Te Kohekohe Housing Complex Launch
We are thrilled to announce the opening of two additional stages of the Te Kohekohe housing complex, bringing the total number of units on the former Kaikohe RSA site to 47. Once fully completed, this project will offer 60 units, including one, two, and three-bedroom homes.
This milestone, celebrated at dawn last week, is a significant step towards addressing the high demand for warm and dry homes for whānau in our community. In collaboration with our partners, we identified through a survey that the lack of housing in Te Kohekohe is the town's top health issue. A warm and dry home is not just a privilege but a priority for whānau.
Reflecting on this achievement, Chief Executive Officer, Tia Ashby, shared, "Whenever I wrap myself in a blanket for warmth, I remember the whānau sleeping in their vehicles. The cold is unbearable." These words remind us of the privileges we often overlook or take for granted.
We can now provide dry and warm homes for whānau and individuals, ensuring they no longer have to endure sleeping in their vehicles. This achievement would not have been possible without the dedication and support of everyone involved. A heartfelt thank you to all those who contributed to this event.
We are honored to share that the following blocks were blessed and named:
- Block B: Totara
- Block C: Puriri
- Block D: Kahikatea
- Block E: Kauri
- Block F: Rimu
- Block I: Kowhai
- Block J: Karaka
For more information about the social housing units, please visit our office at 113 Broadway, Kaikohe (next to ASB Bank and opposite NZ Police), call 0800 48 006, or email referrals@thoon.org.nz. Our team will be happy to make an appointment to meet with you.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to make a positive impact in our community! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for the latest news and updates.
Upcoming Kaupapa
Hauora Hāpori | Community Health Clinic
Exciting news! Our Mobile Health Outreach Team is here to provide essential health services to our communities in the Mid-North. Our team includes Nurses, Extended Care Paramedics, Whānau Ora and Social Workers, with Virtual GP support. Together, we offer holistic health care, ensuring everyone can access primary care when needed.
Every fortnight on Wednesdays
🗓️ Next clinic: Wednesday, 12th June
🕤 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
📍 Okaihau Hall
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Kaimahi Interview | Ruby Dalton
Kaumātua Kuia Sessions
Experience the inspiring story of Ruby Dalton, the dedicated Kaumātua Kuia coordinator at Te Hau Ora o Ngāpuhi. In this interview, she reveals her unwavering commitment to creating a fun, safe and engaging environment for our local Kaumātua Kuia.
Every fortnight on Wednesdays
🗓 Next clinic: Wednesday, 12th June
⏰ Time: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
📍 Location: Hauora Hub
Spend the day with our amazing Kaumātua Kuia co-ordinator, Ruby, who always is up to something fun. Whether it is waiata, kanikani, baking delicious treats, weaving or whanaungatanga you’re guaranteed a cuppa, a laugh and to mingle with some amazing local karani.
Job Opportunities
We’re thrilled to announce new roles available for passionate individuals looking to make a positive impact on our community. We are currently seeking dedicated professionals to join our team in the following positions:
- Registered Nurse: We're looking for a compassionate and skilled nurse to provide high-quality healthcare services to our community. If you have a strong commitment to patient care and a desire to work in a supportive and dynamic environment, this role is for you.
- Kaimanaaki - Mana Ake: Support the wellbeing of whānau and tamariki by joining our team as a Kaimanaaki. This role focuses on delivering essential services that promote holistic wellbeing and resilience. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of families and children, apply today!
- People and Capability Coordinator: Help us build and support a thriving team at Te Hau Ora o Ngāpuhi. We're looking for an experienced coordinator to manage our people and capability functions. If you have a background in HR and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture, we want to hear from you.
- Clinical Practice Manager: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Clinical Practice Manager to oversee the operations of our clinical practice and outreach mobile programs. This role will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services to our community while managing the day-to-day operations of the clinic and mobile outreach programs.
- Clinical Receptionist: We are looking for a professional receptionist and general administrative support who can maintain high standards of customer service and diligence. This role will provide clinical administrative support and assist with clinical events and practice.
- Kaimanaaki - Early Years: Help us identify and address the immediate health and social needs of tamariki, whānau, and schools within Te Whare Tapu O Ngāpuhi. To improve access to integrated, effective, earlier, and easier interprofessional care across the maternity and early years continuum through coordination of antenatal care, health checks, and service navigation. Supporting whānau from where they are, creating and facilitating opportunities that allow processes of reconnection to ‘their puna’ of resources. Strategies for action focus on ‘whānau leadership’ and engagement processes, whānau choices, whānau outcomes, service support, and integration to optimise whānau opportunities in our rural environment.
Join us in our mission to enhance the health and wellbeing of our community. Apply now and be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference!
For more information and to apply, please follow the link below.
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