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Scoop
6 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
Ngāti Porou CEO George Reedy Resigns After Four Years
Te Rūnanganui o Ngāti Porou chief executive George Reedy has resigned after years of leading the organisation. His resignation will take effect on August 1, Te Rūnanganui o Ngāti Porou (Tronp) confirmed. Reedy served as chief executive across four of the group's entities: Tronp, Ngāti Porou Oranga and Toitū Ngāti Porou. Mayor Rehette Stoltz said she had the utmost respect for Reedy and his departure from the role would be a significant loss for the region. Council chief executive Nedine Thatcher-Swann said it had been a privilege to work alongside Reedy, and on behalf of council staff she wished him 'all the very best in whatever comes next'. 'It is not often you cross paths with someone whose leadership blends mana, humility and sharp strategic thinking, and that's the kind of leader George Reedy is.' Reedy was instrumental in forging a strong relationship between the Rūnanganui and council, she said. His leadership was evident through joint efforts in regional economic development planning and civil defence emergency management, 'spaces where trust and collaboration matter most', Thatcher Swann said. Reedy's vision and drive led to the creation of over 150 new jobs and a significant increase in their contracted income, Ngati Porou Tiamana (chairman) Patrick Tangaere said in a statement. 'It is with both gratitude and regret that I announce the resignation.' Under Reedy's leadership, the iwi navigated 'some of the most challenging and turbulent periods', including the Covid-19 pandemic and cyclones Hale and Gabrielle, he said. 'George played a pivotal role in the establishment of Ngāti Porou Oranga and the expansion of health, housing and social services for our whānau and communities of Te Tairāwhiti.' Tangaere also acknowledged Reedy's role in strengthening Ngāti Porou's strategic relationships with local and national iwi, across Government and with other key stakeholders. Reedy left Napier to come home and take up the position, he said. 'It was a powerful expression of his service to his iwi, reaffirming his dedication to the people and whenua of Te Tairāwhiti,' Tangaere said. The statement did not give a reason for Reedy's resignation. Reedy has been approached for comment. East Coast National MP Dana Kirkpatrick said it had been a privilege to work alongside Reedy, having known him for a few years. They had been delighted with the work he had overseen at the Puhi Kai Iti Community Health Centre, and recently with creating its urgent and after-hours care, which was significant for the people of Ngāti Porou and the region, she said. 'He has served the community well, and it has been an honour to work with him.'
NZ Herald
6 days ago
- Politics
- NZ Herald
Ngāti Porou rūnanganui boss George Reedy resigns after four years
'It is not often you cross paths with someone whose leadership blends mana, humility and sharp strategic thinking, and that's the kind of leader George Reedy is.' Reedy was instrumental in forging a strong relationship between the Rūnanganui and council, she said. His leadership was evident through joint efforts in regional economic development planning and civil defence emergency management, 'spaces where trust and collaboration matter most', Thatcher Swann said. Reedy's vision and drive led to the creation of over 150 new jobs and a significant increase in their contracted income, Ngati Porou Tiamana (chairman) Patrick Tangaere said in a statement. 'It is with both gratitude and regret that I announce the resignation.' Under Reedy's leadership, the iwi navigated 'some of the most challenging and turbulent periods', including the Covid-19 pandemic and cyclones Hale and Gabrielle, he said. 'George played a pivotal role in the establishment of Ngāti Porou Oranga and the expansion of health, housing and social services for our whānau and communities of Te Tairāwhiti.' Tangaere also acknowledged Reedy's role in strengthening Ngāti Porou's strategic relationships with local and national iwi, across Government and with other key stakeholders. Reedy left Napier to come home and take up the position, he said. 'It was a powerful expression of his service to his iwi, reaffirming his dedication to the people and whenua of Te Tairāwhiti,' Tangaere said. The statement did not give a reason for Reedy's resignation. Reedy has been approached for comment. East Coast National MP Dana Kirkpatrick said it had been a privilege to work alongside Reedy, having known him for a few years. They had been delighted with the work he had overseen at the Puhi Kai Iti Community Health Centre, and recently with creating its urgent and after-hours care, which was significant for the people of Ngāti Porou and the region, she said. 'He has served the community well, and it has been an honour to work with him.'
NZ Herald
05-06-2025
- Health
- NZ Herald
East Coast MP Dana Kirkpatrick says funding will bring in-person urgent care closer to rural communities
'Health New Zealand would move quickly to begin discussions with the providers already in those areas to ensure services are in place, that they are supported to provide the services and that there is a clearer fee structure for everyone,' Kirkpatrick said. Iwi health provider Ngāti Porou Oranga has been approached for comment. Kirkpatrick said a more sustainable approach to providing rural urgent and after-hours care was needed. 'The current model, which often depends on rural GPs being on call 24/7, was unsustainable and placed significant strain on an already overstretched workforce. 'The investment will provide more sustainable funding and targeted support to help these clinicians continue delivering timely, quality healthcare in their communities.' Kirkpatrick said the Government's Health Infrastructure Plan, released in April, included 'some relief in sight for Tairāwhiti'. A new rural hub for better diagnostics, ambulatory treatment, birthing, acute and sub-acute care and a new urban ambulatory hub operated by Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora were planned between 2025 and 2029 in Tairāwhiti. The Gisborne Hospital redevelopment was planned between 2030 and 2034, Kirkpatrick said. 'We know that this, on its own, won't fix the challenges in the health system in their entirety – but it is one of the building blocks we have put in place.'
NZ Herald
04-06-2025
- General
- NZ Herald
On The Up: East Coast celebrates reopening of Te Puna Wai birthing unit
The formal welcoming committee for the celebration of the reopening of Te Puia maternity birthing unit, now officially renamed Te Puna Wai, features (from left) Ngāti Porou Oranga (NPO) cultural adviser Eru Wharehinga, retired Te Puia Hospital service manager Georgina Paerata, general manager – Nāti Pēpi Maternity and Infant Service Caroline Thompson, NPO kaumātua Tuta Haereroa, kaumātua Bill Blane, Reverend Connie Ferris, kaumātua Elder Te Reo and kaumātua Peggy Kerr. Ngāti Porou Oranga has proudly celebrated the reopening of its new birthing unit after the original was closed after Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023. The original Te Puia Hospital maternity birthing unit is now known as Te Puna Wai - the Spring of
NZ Herald
01-05-2025
- Health
- NZ Herald
Tairāwhiti restores weekend urgent care with new GP service
'As always, those with medical emergencies should go directly to Gisborne Hospital's Emergency Department or call 111 for an ambulance.' Brown said improving access to doctors and nurses was a key priority for this Government. 'We're taking action to make sure the people of Tairāwhiti can get the care they need – when and where they need it,' he said. 'Urgent care and after-hours services are vital for people with non-life-threatening conditions who still need prompt medical attention but cannot wait until the next day to be seen. 'This new service will both restore and expand access to urgent care on weekends and public holidays in the region, with weekday after-hours services to be added as workforce capacity allows.' He said this service was also about easing pressure on Gisborne Hospital's emergency department during weekends and public holidays. 'It allows emergency teams to focus on life-threatening conditions, while people with less urgent needs can get timely care in the community.' Brown said Gisborne Hospital had a relatively high number of presentations that were triaged as lower-acuity categories – four and five – compared to other hospitals across the country. 'Many of these patients will be better served through this new community-based urgent care option. 'I'm pleased that Health New Zealand, in partnership with the Te Rōpū Matua collective through Ngāti Porou Oranga, is able to provide the people of Tairāwhiti certainty and reassurance that after-hours care will be available now and into the future. 'This is all part of the Government's plan to ensure New Zealanders can access timely, quality healthcare.' The chair of Te Rōpū Matua Rina Kerekere said it was really excited to have the new service announced. 'We have really been dedicated to creating long-term and sustainable healthcare solutions for all our whānau and community, for everyone in Tairāwhiti,' Kerekere said. 'Our approach prioritises whānau-centre[d] care, ensuring healthcare is accessible, equitable and easily aligned with needs of all our people.'
