Te Manu Toroa

02/04/2026

Huge mihi and congratulations to our lucky wāhine who came in during February to get their smear done and won $100 Pak’nSave vouchers! 🎉

Ngā mihi nui for taking the time to look after your hauora – not only for yourself, but also for your whānau. 💗

31/03/2026

Did you know 20–30% of people carrying the flu virus have no symptoms — but can still pass it on? 👀 That means someone who feels completely fine could unknowingly spread rewharewha (flu) to their tamariki, kaumātua, or hapū whānau.

Getting vaccinated helps:
✔️ Protects you, your whānau & hapori
✔️ Reduces the spread of rewharewha, especially to those most vulnerable
✔️ Lowers the risk of serious māuiui & hospitalisation
✔️ Flu changes every year, so vaccination updates your protection
✔️ Protect pēpi and hapū wāhine from complications

For some people, rewharewha can lead to serious illness or hospitalisation, especially for:
• Tamariki and pēpi
• Kaumātua
• Hapū wāhine
• People with underlying health conditions

Don’t wait for someone to get sick — protect your whānau now. Tiakina ō whānau — walk in or book your flu shot. 💬
0800 114 900 I clinic@temanutoroa.org.nz

28/03/2026

Kia pai tō whakatā Aranga! Ngā mihi o te Aranga! 🐣

Our clinics will be closed over the long Easter weekend and will reopen on Tuesday, 7 April. Enjoy this special time with your whānau. 🥰

Need care while we’re closed? Practice Plus is available from 8am–8pm. Call 0800 7722 7587 or visit practiceplus.nz to book your virtual consultation. 💻

Please remember to order your rongoā before the holiday to avoid any delays — contact the clinic during business hours or order online through MyIndici.

27/03/2026

👉🏿 Let’s kōrero about this pōhēhē and how vaccinating your tamariki helps protect them and your hapori.

✖️ Pōhēhē (Myth):
My tamariki doesn’t need vaccinations if everyone else is already vaccinated.

✔️ Pono (Truth):
Kao. Herd immunity helps reduce the spread of disease, but it only works when a very high percentage of tamariki are vaccinated. Even then, it isn’t perfect. Some tamariki and whānau can’t be vaccinated for medical reasons and rely on others being immunised to stay safe.

💡 Vaccines teach the tinana of your tamariki to fight disease safely—without getting sick. They protect your tamariki and strengthen the whole hapori.

26/03/2026

IMPORTANT PĀNUI: Due to the weather conditions, today’s Big Latch On has been postponed. Your safety comes first.

Arohamai for any inconvenience — please keep an eye out here for further updates.

26/03/2026

Kia ora e te whānau,
The Big Latch On is still happening āpōpō!
With the weather warning in place, please stay safe and avoid taking any risks. ❤

🤱 Big Latch On 2026 – Pāpāmoa 🤱

📅 Friday 27th March
⏰ From 10AM
📍 Food court - Papamoa Plaza

Join us for an empowering morning with spot prizes for māmā and whānau, fun activities, and the chance to meet other parents and caregivers. Whether you’re breastfeeding, expressing, mixed feeding, or supporting a whānau member, this event is for you 💛

Bring your pēpi, bring your whānau, and celebrate together!

25/03/2026

💜 Te Hūkiki – Understanding Epilepsy 💜

👉🏿 Let’s kōrero about Mate Hūkiki — swipe through the slides to learn more about what epilepsy is, the symptoms, and how it affects people.

25/03/2026

🌧️ Heavy Rain Warning – Please Take Care Whānau 🌧️

Kia ora e te whānau,
A Heavy Rain Warning – Orange is in place for the Bay of Plenty (west of Whakatane) over the next few days, with possible flooding, slips, and tricky road conditions across our rohe.

Please take care out there — avoid unnecessary travel, and keep an eye on weather updates. If you’re unable to make your appointment, please let us know as soon as you can.

Take care, e te whānau ❤️

Hi everyone, MetService New Zealand have upgraded the rain watch to a Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the Bay of Plenty - West of Whakatāne.

Here’s what you need to know ⬇️

We can expect 200 to 250mm of rain, with peaks rates of 15 to 20 mm/h, but 25 to 30 mm/h from early Friday morning.
MetService have indicated there is a high chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

Please take care if you are out and about. Dangerous river conditions, flooding, and slips likely. Dangerous driving conditions and road closures could be expected.

Take care out there!

23/03/2026

Ngā mihi nui whānau for this beautiful kōrero. 🥰

This is Tūāpapa, our model of care, in action — whānau at the centre, listened to without judgement, and supported to lead their own hauora journeys. ❤️

If you’d like to find out more about our services, visit our website or give us a call:
☎️ 0800 114 900
💻 www.temanutoroa.org.nz

22/03/2026

You’re looking after your tamariki, checking in on kaumātua, and supporting your sister who’s hapū. But rewharewha (flu) spreads fast—one cough, one sneeze, and even healthy whānau can get very sick. 🤧

A flu shot is a simple way to help stop the spread and protect the ones you love. 🙏

👉 Keep your whānau safe this season.

Walk in or book from 1st April.
📞 0800 114 900 | ✉️ clinic@temanutoroa.org.nz

Have any pātai? Have a kōrero with your tākuta or nēhi.

21/03/2026

When the first niho of your pēpi appear, it’s time to...start early and build habits for strong niho and a healthy, happy smile!

✨ First teeth – When the first front teeth appear, gently wipe them with a soft cloth, like a cotton pad or small chux square.
✨ Introduce a taitai niho (toothbrush) – Start with a soft, small toothbrush so your pēpi gets used to brushing.
✨ For ages 0–2, use just a tiny speck of toothpaste on a soft taitai niho.

Do you need more tohutohu or support with the niho of your pēpi? 🤔

We’re offering FREE Kaupapa Māori Dental Services for pēpi, tamariki, and rangatahi up to 18 years who aren’t currently enrolled with a dentist.

Have a kōrero with our dental team:
📞 0800 114 900
📧 dtreception@temanutoroa.org.nz