About us Mō mātou

About the Ministry of Health and the New Zealand health system. 

Regulation & legislation Ngā here me ngā ture

Health providers and products we regulate, and laws we administer.

Strategies & initiatives He rautaki, he tūmahi hou

How we’re working to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders.

Māori health Hauora Māori

Increasing access to health services, achieving equity and improving outcomes for Māori.

Statistics & research He tatauranga, he rangahau

Data and insights from our health surveys, research and monitoring.

In this section Kei tēnei wāhanga

  • Our role

    The Ministry of Health – Manatū Hauora is the steward of New Zealand’s health system. Find out about our vision, role and priorities.

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  • New Zealand’s health system

    An overview of New Zealand’s health system, including its statutory framework, major roles and organisations, funding and government priorities.

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  • Organisation and leadership

    Information about Ministry of Health directorates, business units, leaders, clinical experts and statutory roles.

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  • Contact us

    Contact details for the Ministry of Health – Manatū Hauora.

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  • Careers

    Search for current job vacancies and career opportunities at the Ministry of Health and discover the benefits of working for us.

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  • Ministry of Health Library

    The Ministry of Health’s library and online catalogue are available to health professionals and members of the public.

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  • Corporate publications

    View the Ministry of Health’s annual reports and other publications meeting our statutory requirements. 

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