I agree that this news should dominate this election. It needs in-depth investigation, not merely regurgitation of the Minister's BS statements.
#nzpol #election26 #healthNZ #starship
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Questions re access to detailed redevelopment plans for Chch Hospital.
August:Newsroom asked for documents related to the hospital’s redevelopment after 2011 earthquakes, under OIA. #HealthNZ says it ‘cannot easily access’ board papers
Lies, a coverup, or incompetence?
newsroom.co.nz/2026/10/01/h...

Health NZ says patient safety is its top priority, but this is untrue because Health NZ reports to, and is funded by, a government whose priorities do not match theirs.
#nzpol #healthnz