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Te Pou Te Pou works to support and develop the addiction and mental health workforces in Aotearoa New Zealand

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This Te Pou page is managed by Te Pou a Wise Group organisation. We encourage open discussion about issues related to mental health, addiction and disability and welcome feedback on the work we produce. We encourage people to share their thoughts on our page but will refer anyone to appropriate services and website information should we think they require someone else

to talk to. We will mostly monitor this site during normal office hours, 8.30am-5.00pm (NZT), Monday to Friday. However we do understand there may be some questions or comments outside of these hours. We will keep an eye on things in the evenings and weekends and always try to respond to any questions as quickly as we can. By participating on the Te Pou page, you are agreeing to our guidelines and to interact with other people who comment with respect and support. We may delete posts which are:
- racist, sexist, homophobic or other forms of hate-speech
- potentially libelous or defamatory
- spam or commercial
- personal attacks, offensive language, abuse and threats
- off-topic or irrelevant to the thread of conversation. Repeatedly violating these guidelines will result in being removed from the page. You can help by notifying us of potential problems and encouraging each other to keep conversations appropriate. If you spot something you think is inappropriate please let us know: email [email protected]

Thinking about working in the mental health sector?The mental health and addiction workforce is made up of diverse peopl...
18/06/2026

Thinking about working in the mental health sector?

The mental health and addiction workforce is made up of diverse people who bring a range of skills and knowledge to provide invaluable support for the wellbeing of tāngata whai ora, whānau, and communities.

We have developed a hub that provides information on the qualifications and experience needed to work in mental health roles, scholarship and apprenticeship opportunities that can support your study, and links to key resources.

Learn more about mental health roles and what you need to get started in the sector: https://www.tepou.co.nz/initiatives/mental-health-education-pathways

16/06/2026

Want to build confidence in engaging with tāngata whai ora when cognitive challenges are present?

Hear from Jason Jones, project lead addiction, about the cognitive connection cards. A practical resource for addiction kaimahi, small enough to carry with you every day.

Download or order your free hard copy on our website: https://www.tepou.co.nz/resources/cognitive-connection-cards

Have you completed the quality notetaking e-learning yet?Quality notetaking for mental health and addiction support work...
14/06/2026

Have you completed the quality notetaking e-learning yet?

Quality notetaking for mental health and addiction support workers is a free module on our e-learning platform, Pūkoro. The one-hour module has been designed specifically for kaimahi in support and other non-clinical roles who write case notes as part of their mahi.

It covers:

✅ legal compliance - understanding laws and guidelines for information management

✅ objective practice - developing accurate and objective notetaking skills

✅ collaborative notetaking - using mana-enhancing, strengths-led approaches

✅ the "big picture" - gaining insight into what happens to notes after they are written.

Good notetaking isn't just paperwork. It strengthens handovers, supports smoother transitions, and ultimately improves outcomes for tāngata whai ora.

Register and get started here 👉 https://www.pukorolearning.co.nz/login/index.php

Note if you do not have an existing Pūkoro account, you will need to create a free account to access the e-learning modules.

We are at the General Practice Conference and Medical Exhibition (GPCME) in Rotorua over the next three days, from 12 to...
11/06/2026

We are at the General Practice Conference and Medical Exhibition (GPCME) in Rotorua over the next three days, from 12 to 14 June.

Come and see us at stand 191 for a kōrero and learn more about the mental health and addiction resources you can use in your practice!

The GP CME provides an opportunity for health professionals to come together to expand their clinical knowledge, enhance practical skills, and connect with peers in an engaging and collaborative environment.

Learn more: https://gpcme.co.nz/

Grant round open: Primary health mental health and addiction nursing capability grantsA workforce development grant is a...
09/06/2026

Grant round open: Primary health mental health and addiction nursing capability grants

A workforce development grant is available for publicly funded Primary Health Organisations (PHOs), Māori and Pacific health providers, and community-based nurse-led services to strengthen the mental health and addiction capability of primary care nurses.

The grant can be used for:

• participation in externally sourced, evidence-informed mental health and addiction training

• development of internal training for nurses working within their services that meet capability gaps

• training that supports capability in assessment, brief intervention, addiction screening, trauma-informed practice, cultural capability, or related areas

• local capability-building initiatives such as reflective practice or peer learning groups, where linked to mental health and addiction outcomes.

The grant does not cover laptops, the employer back-filling, or wages of the applicant.

Note grant applications must be submitted by organisations, not individuals.

Applications must be submitted before midday on Tuesday 30 June. Apply here: https://www.tepou.co.nz/training-development/grants/primary-health-mental-health-and-addiction-nursing-capability-grants

Te Mana Hononga webinar series continues. Last week, around forty people from across Aotearoa joined us for the second w...
08/06/2026

Te Mana Hononga webinar series continues.

Last week, around forty people from across Aotearoa joined us for the second webinar in the Te Mana Hononga: The Power of Connection series.

This session explored two of the framework’s rautaki (strategies), Mātau-a-wheako and Rangatiratanga, focusing on lived experience leadership and values-based leadership in practice.

Caro Swanson spoke about the importance of ensuring tāngata whai ora and whānau are genuine partners in shaping services. “Lived experience is foundational and needs to be woven into leadership.”

Elly Weber explored how strong leadership creates the conditions for sustainable change and reducing restrictive practices. “Restrictive practice can't be done to or for people, it must be done with people.”

Ngā mihi nui to everyone who joined us and contributed to the kōrero. The level of engagement and shared whakaaro reflected a strong commitment to creating safer, more compassionate, and mana-enhancing services across Aotearoa.

👉 Learn more about Te Mana Hononga and upcoming webinars: https://www.tepou.co.nz/initiatives/least-restrictive-practice-2/te-mana-hononga-the-power-of-connection

07/06/2026

We want to hear from you! 📣

We’re upgrading our website and we want to make sure it works well for the people using it.

Tell us what helps, what frustrates you, and what would make finding the content you need easier.

✅ Anonymous
✅ 5 minutes
✅ Closes Wednesday 17 June

Your feedbackwill shape will shape what gets built, so please share the survey with your networks.

Share your thoughts 👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JGPWD67

The next Addiction Leadership Day will be held in Tāmaki Makurau Auckland on Thursday 23 July.The free one-day event pro...
04/06/2026

The next Addiction Leadership Day will be held in Tāmaki Makurau Auckland on Thursday 23 July.

The free one-day event provides an opportunity to deepen professional networks, as well as share sector updates and research, while strengthening and developing leadership.

An evaluation into a 2025 event found that it fostered connection and meaningful networking opportunities. 87 percent of survey respondents said they planned to use insights from the event in their mahi, and around three-quarters found the event valuable and inspiring, rating its overall value as good or very good.

Secure your place at Addiction Leadership Day, Auckland, 23 July: https://www.tepou.co.nz/events/addiction-leadership-day-tamaki-makaurau-auckland-23-july-2026

Addiction Leadership Days are hosted by The National Committee for Addiction Treatment (NCAT), in partnership with Te Pou, annually in three locations: Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington (March), Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland (July), and Ōtautahi Christchurch (November).

Our latest e-bulletin is out now! In this edition, find opportunities to contribute to workforce development, education ...
04/06/2026

Our latest e-bulletin is out now! In this edition, find opportunities to contribute to workforce development, education pathway information, grant opportunities, and sector updates.

• Gain insight into Te Pou and Blueprint’s submission on the Draft Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategic Framework 2026–2036, what we support and what needs to change.

• Contribute to the development of a new Te Pou website that better supports you, your mahi, and the people you support. Complete the anonymous survey by 17 June.

• A new grant to strengthen the mental health and addiction capability of primary care nurses, plus the travel and accommodation grant for trainees enrolled in 2026 Skills Matter-funded programmes.

• Explore education and training pathways for a range of mental health and addiction roles, whether you're just starting or ready to take the next step in your career.

Read about upcoming workshops, latest resources, and opportunities here: https://mailchi.mp/tepou/may-2026-e-bulletin

Congratulations to Dean Rangihuna for being awarded a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to Māori men...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to Dean Rangihuna for being awarded a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to Māori mental health and addiction services in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026 👏

During Dean’s three decades as a staunch advocate and advisor in mental health and addiction, he has worked closely with Wise Group, Te Pou and Blueprint for Learning, including serving on our board and contributing to a range of our mahi. This is a well-deserved recognition of his contributions to improving the services for all of our people here in Aotearoa.

E te rangatira, he toka tū moana, he ākinga nā ngā tai, ahakoa ngā piki me ngā heke, kāore koe i ngenge ki te ārahi i a mātou.

You stand like a leader, steadfast in the moana, in spite of the lashing of sea and the rise and falls of the times, you stand resilient, steadfast in your leadership for us all.

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