Tag: matt_doocey
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New Zealand Boosts Mental Health Crisis Response with $28 Million Investment
The New Zealand government is overhauling its response to mental distress calls, with a $28 million investment over four years to shift from a Police-led to a mental health-led approach. Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey announced the changes, emphasizing…
Politics and GovernmentHealthSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsMedical Science mental healthMatt DooceyBudget 2025telehealthpolicegovernment
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Healthcare Boost for Rural New Zealand
Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey announced a significant funding boost in Budget 2025 to improve urgent and after-hours healthcare services for rural and remote communities. The $164 million investment over four years aims to ensure that 98 per cent of…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaGeneral Politics Matt Dooceyhealthcarerural communitiesBudget 2025urgent careafter-hours care