Reunification Visas Welcomed
Rest homes are welcoming Immigration Minister Kris Faafoi’s decision to allow families of critical healthcare workers in New Zealand on temporary visas to apply…
COVID-19
10,000 VACCINATIONS REACHED IN SOUTHERN DISTRICT
The Southern District Health Board reached a major milestone in its rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination this week as it vaccinated some of the…
Trial of New COVID-19 App for Border Workers Underway
A trial is underway to see if an app connected to wearable smart devices can detect COVID-19 in border workers before they experience symptoms….
Newmarch House 2nd Deadliest COVID-19 Cluster – CEO to Appear Before Inquiry
After the release of the final report by the royal commission into aged care Grant Millard, head of Anglicare Sydney has been summoned to appear…
WEAR A MASK – COVID-19 IS HERE TO STAY
New Zealanders should wear masks when they are out and about this winter, according to pharmaceutical scientist Sir Ray Avery. This is important if…
Vaccine Deployment a Challenge to New Zealand’s Cold Chain Network
Deployment of COVID-19 vaccines around the country will challenge New Zealand’s cold chain network on a scale rarely experienced before. The process of sourcing…
Oceania Early Adapter of Saliva Testing
Oceania Healthcare has been an early adapter of saliva testing for Coronavirus. Since August 2020 Oceania engaged in discussions with key stakeholders including DHB…
First Recipient of Vaccine in Australia
Australia’s Prime Minister Scott Morrison looks on as the first person in Australia receives the Coronavirus vaccine. This marks a landmark day in Australia’s…
IT’S TIME TO CARE ABOUT AGED CARE
AUSTRALIA’S aged care sector has united under one banner to demand that big-picture reform follow the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care…
Second Vaccine Approved in Australia
Today the AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19 has been approved for use in Australia, the second vaccine to receive approval from Australia’s independent safety regulator,…
MEDIA PLANNING SHOULD FOCUS ON PEOPLE IN NEW ERA OF MARKETING
NIELSEN | “If you’re still planning your media the way you did a year ago, you’re a bit late to the party. Just like…
Aged Care Sector Welcomes Government Pfizer Rollout
The New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) welcomes the Government’s decision to include rest home residents and staff in the first tranche of New…