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New Collective Agreement Boosts Pay and Services for Medical Imaging Technologists
06 Jul 2026 | 2 months ago | 529 viewsHealth Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for approximately 1,000 Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) employed by Health New Zealand, which includes pay increases of 2.5% in 2026 and 2% in 2027. The agreement supports a transition to seven-day service provision, enhancing scanning capacity to enable quicker diagnosis and treatment for patients. This ratification follows similar approvals for various other healthcare professional groups, reflecting constructive engagement between APEX and Health New Zealand.
Tags: Simeon Brown Health New Zealand Medical Imaging Technologists APEX PSA STONZ ASMS NZNO collective agreement healthcareNew Collective Agreement Boosts NZ Nurses' Pay and Patient Care Commitment
15 May 2026 | 3 months ago | 775 viewsHealth Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement benefiting approximately 35,000 nurses, healthcare assistants, and midwives employed by Health New Zealand, which includes salary increases and improved allowances over 20 months. The agreement also features a Safe Patient Care Statement of Intent, reflecting a joint commitment to enhancing patient care and working conditions. This follows recent approvals of collective agreements for other health sector groups, ensuring ongoing stability and quality care for New Zealanders.
Tags: Simeon Brown New Zealand Nurses Organisation NZNO Health New Zealand APEX PSA STONZ ASMS Senior Designated Nurses Nurse PractitionerHealth Minister Welcomes New Agreement for Senior Medical Officers in NZ
06 May 2026 | 4 months ago | 743 viewsHealth Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for approximately 5,500 senior doctors represented by the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS). He emphasized the critical role senior doctors play in the healthcare system and their contribution to achieving government health targets. The agreement follows similar approvals for other health sector groups and reflects constructive engagement between ASMS and Health New Zealand to ensure continued patient care.
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