23812 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

23812 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: How many full-time equivalent staff currently work in the emergency department and operating theatres at Southland Hospital, and how many vacancies exist, if any?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that as at April 2025, 179.3 FTE work in the emergency department and operating theatres as part of our focus on putting patients first and ensuring access to timely, quality healthcare for all New Zealanders. I am pleased to inform the Member that this is a 7 per cent increase since November 2023. As the Member will be aware, any vacancies are published online: https://www.kiwihealthjobs.com/