Workplace Wellbeing Immunisation Webinar

WEBINAR

This webinar will be facilitated by the National Public Health Service (NPHS) and will include presentations from keynote speakers from the NPHS and Waiariki Whanau Mentoring.

Immunisation is an important tool available, providing individual and community protection from vaccine preventable diseases. Workplaces are in a unique position to support and encourage eligible employees and their tamariki to be vaccinated.

GP-Led Māori Alcohol and Drug Training

Webinar and In person 

Whare Tukutuku invite GPs to attend upcoming training – He Mana Ake GP-Led Māori Alcohol and Drug Training. This training is intended for GPs to help increase their confidence to initiate conversations about alcohol and drugs with their patients and understand what support they can provide.

There are three sessions available:

1. Online Webinar: Monday 7 April 2025, 6.30pm-8pm – Understanding the impact of alcohol for Māori and providing support for whānau with alcohol-related challenges.

2. Online Webinar: Thursday 17 April 2025, 6.30pm-8pm – Understanding the impact of methamphetamine and other drugs for Māori and providing support for whānau.

3. Auckland In-person Wānanga: Saturday 10 May 2025, 10am-3pm – A comprehensive session covering the impact of alcohol, methamphetamine, and other drugs for Māori, including managing withdrawal.

MRI Training Session Mt Maunganui

TRAINING NP & GP

Please be on-site from 5:45pm for sign-in
Venue: Blake Park Body in Motion Clinic – High Performance Centre, 52-54 Miro Street, Mount Maunganui 3116
Food: Light refreshments will be offered on the evening.
Spaces will be capped at 35 per session.

Navigating Menopause – Key Insights into MHT

TRAINING NP & GP

While the pathways will provide details on the breadth of MHT options, this webinar will build on your existing knowledge and focus on the practical and common prescribing considerations.

Topics include

• Indications for MHT in 2025 (and prescribing guidelines)
• Myths and evidence about risks and contraindications of MHT
• Addressing a range of common questions, including counselling women about the use of MHT and managing its common side effects

Target audience

This education session is suitable for general practitioners and nurse practitioners who would like to gain further experience in managing menopausal women and prescribing MHT.

Free Access to Safeguarding Children Courses

At your own pace

Thanks to the Wright Family Foundation, those working with tamariki and rangatahi in the Bay of Plenty can now access Safeguarding Children on-demand courses for free. Spaces are limited, so register now to secure your spot.

Available courses include:

• Fundamentals of Safeguarding & Child Protection
• Safeguarding & Child Protection for various sectors (Local Government, ECE, Schools, Religious Sector)
• Recognising & Responding to Neglect
• Recognising & Responding to Child Sexual Abuse
• Recorded Webinars on Disclosures, Information Sharing, Policy & Procedure

MSD training series 2025

WEbinar Series

The series provides information to new and existing practitioners across the housing and homelessness sector and other related sectors such as health, and corrections. Through these sessions we will connect you with regional MSD teams across Aotearoa including Community Liaison Advisors and Regional Housing Managers.

This year’s series includes updated information and new sessions focusing on the following topics:

Cervical Screening Training

Blended Learning 8 Hours Online Modules and 8 Hours Practical Day

To strengthen the cervical screening workforce across the motu there are a number of Cervical Screening Course being held in 2025.

The course is offered in a blended learning format, with the theoretical component available online via Tāku Ako and a single-day practical session for hands-on training with our experienced nurse educators.

Closest location and date for EBOP is May 22 – Tauranga but others are on offer.

Rural GP Conference

focus on the health and wellbeing of rural communities

The programme for the National Rural Health Conference 2025, taking place on 2-3 May at the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, is now live!

This year’s event will feature keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities to explore the latest advancements and challenges in rural healthcare. It’s a must-attend for anyone involved in rural health, offering the chance to connect with experts and peers across the sector.

GP 25: Conference for General Practice

CONFERENCE

The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners invites health professionals to attend GP25: Conference for General Practice. Held from 24–26 July 2025 at Te Pae Convention Centre in Ōtautahi Christchurch, this event brings together practitioners to connect, learn, and celebrate their profession.

This year’s programme begins on Thursday, 24 July, with CME workshops exclusively for College members, followed by the main conference sessions on Friday and Saturday. The event concludes on Saturday evening with the Fellowship and Awards ceremony and a celebratory function.