39605 (2026). Dan Rosewarne to the Minister of Health

Written Question

Published date: 23 Sep 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	39605 (2026)
Question asked:	06 Sep 2026
Member asking:	Dan Rosewarne
Portfolio:	Minister of Health
Minister replying:	Hon Simeon Brown
Answer received:	17 Sep 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_39605_2026
Document guid:	475ae04a-96b2-4560-8991-851ce0d98315

39605 (2026). Dan Rosewarne to the Minister of Health: Why is Rangiora not identified on Health New Zealand’s published list of locations receiving new or enhanced services through the Urgent and After-Hours Healthcare Programme, while Amberley and Rolleston are listed?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that Health New Zealand continues to review local service demand, patient flows, and population growth as implementation progresses. As part of that work, Health New Zealand is considering options for a potential urgent and after-hours service in Rangiora and is exploring possible funding arrangements.