February 14, 2025 | Paakiwaha
Hone Te Rire | Co-Chair of Te Moana a Toi IMPB
The obstetrics and gynaecological services at Whakatāne Hospital have been shut down – which has presented challenges for whānau with those in remote coastal areas, such as Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, now facing a 400km journey to access healthcare.