Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation

12/10/2026

It's Mental Health Awareness Week, and this year's theme is Belonging Matters.

Small moments of connection add up. Say kia ora to someone you pass, check in on a mate you haven't heard from in a while, or invite a neighbour round for a cuppa.

Or if you're feeling a bit disconnected, a BeingWell Health Coach can help you meet people in your community. It's free, and you don't need a referral from your doctor.

Did you know we offer free Mental Health Services in Western Bay of Plenty? Book a Health Coach or HIP for anxiety, stress, health & wellness.

08/10/2026

It's not too late for tamariki to get their flu immunisation this year. 🤍

Flu immunisation is now free for all tamariki aged 6 months up to their fifth birthday.

Talk to your general practice or hauora provider to find out more or book a time.

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06/10/2026

Cervical screening is a simple test that can help prevent cervical cancer, and for many people, it's free.

If the idea of the traditional test has put you off before, there's now a self-test option. You can take your own sample in private at a clinic, with support on hand if you'd like it.

Not sure if you're due? Talk to your general practice or hauora provider team.

Cervical Screening Support Bay of Plenty – Free help for Māori or Pacific aged 25–69, or 30–69 if overdue or never screened.

02/10/2026

Looking after your whānau also means looking after you.

Cervical screening is one simple way to do that. It's easier than it used to be, with a self-test option you can do quickly, in private.

If you've never been screened, or it's been more than five years, we offer free local support for many whānau who need a hand to get it done. That might be a no-pressure kōrero about your options, or finding ways to fit screening around your life.

Not sure if you're eligible? Visit our website to find out.

We're here to help.

02/10/2026

Cervical Screening Month may be over, but support is available all year round.

Cervical screening is a simple test that can help prevent cervical cancer, and for many people, it’s free. If you’re unsure where to start or something is making it harder to get screened, help is available.

Explore your options and find local support: https://wboppho.org.nz/cervical-screening-support-bay-of-plenty/

29/09/2026

What's it actually like inside one of our Diabetes & Lifestyle Groups?

No lectures, no endless slides. Just a small group of locals working through food, movement, sleep and stress together, in a way that fits real life with professional guidance.

Sessions are FREE and run in Tauranga South, Mount Maunganui, Te Puke, Pāpāmoa, Katikati and online.

You can sign up yourself; no referral needed. Your general practice or hauora provider team can also refer you.

Home » Diabetes & Lifestyle Self-Management Groups We offer regular Self-Management Groups (SMGs), one for diabetes and one for lifestyle change, which are available both in person and over Zoom. These free, interactive group sessions are a great opportunity to learn how to self-manage your health ...

25/09/2026

Have you heard? From 1 March 2027, cervical screening will be free for all eligible women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 69.

It's a great change for our communities, and good news to mark this Cervical Screening Awareness Month.

In the meantime, don't wait. Ask your general practice or hauora provider to check if you're due. You can also call 0800 729 729 or email [email protected].

Screening is already free for many whānau, and staying up to date is one of the simplest ways to prevent cervical cancer.

Find out more at https://wboppho.org.nz/cervical-screening-support-bay-of-plenty/ -screening-eligibility

22/09/2026

You don't need to be in crisis to ask for support. Sometimes it's just a rough patch, work stress, family stuff, or feeling like you can't switch off, and that's reason enough.

BeingWell is free, confidential, no referral needed, and open to anyone in the Bay of Plenty.

You can talk to a health coach or a health improvement practitioner in person, on the phone, or by text, whatever suits you. Most people are seen within a week, often the same day.

No cost. No judgement. No need to wait until it feels like a crisis.

Find out more or book a chat

17/09/2026

Some conversations are easy. Others take a little more courage. If you've been feeling heavy lately, you don't have to carry it on your own.

BeingWell provides free, confidential wellbeing support for people across the Bay of Plenty, offering a safe, welcoming space to talk when you're ready.