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Otago and Southland's primary care improved in 2024–2025 with high enrolment, faster access, and better immunisation, but equity gaps remain for Māori and Pacific groups.
WellSouth Primary Health Network reported progress in Otago and Southland’s primary care in 2024–2025, maintaining 98% patient enrolment and achieving 76.3% of patients seen within five business days.
It directed $119.4 million of $128.4 million in funding to frontline services, expanded workforce training, and launched new roles and rural urgent care programs.
Immunisation rates for 24-month-olds reached 88.3%, close to the 90% goal, while chronic disease and mental health care improved.
Persistent equity gaps remain in avoidable hospitalisations and immunisation for Māori and Pacific populations.
The network plans to strengthen workforce resilience and culturally safe care to meet national targets.
La atención primaria de Otago y Southland mejoró en 2024-2025 con una alta matrícula, un acceso más rápido y una mejor inmunización, pero siguen existiendo brechas de equidad para los grupos maoríes y del Pacífico.