Hawke's Bay
Known for its world-class wineries, stunning beaches and temperate climate, Hawke’s Bay boasts a lifestyle that is unmatched. The region is a popular destination for food and wine tourism, hiking, cycling and cultural events such as the annual Art Deco festival.
Photo location: Hawke's Bay
About the Region
Hawke's Bay is located on the east coast of the North Island in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Hawke’s Bay is made up of four distinct geographic localities; the urban cities of Napier and Hastings, as well as Wairoa in the north, and Central Hawke’s Bay in the south.
The region is well-known for its mild and pleasant climate, stunning beaches, and extensive farmland, orchards, and vineyards. Napier, which was constructed in a unique Art Deco style, is adjacent to Hastings, the agricultural service centre of the region.
Health New Zealand - Hawke's Bay
About Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora provides publicly funded health care to five million people. The delivery of health services is subdivided into four regions and twenty districts, determined by geography and population.
About the Health New Zealand - Te Matau a Māui Hawke’s Bay District
Health NZ in Hawke’s Bay serves a population of approximately 180,000. Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is the main acute hospital and specialist service provider in the region, employing more than 4,000 staff.
There are smaller satellite sites in Central Hawke’s Bay, Napier and Wairoa.
Photo location: Hawke's Bay - Credit: Gary Libson
Hospitals and Health Centres
Hospitals and health centres in Hawke's Bay include:
Healthcare Services in Hawke's Bay
Community & Outpatient Services
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Allied Health
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Audiology
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Dietetics
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Occupational Therapy
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Physiotherapy
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Cancer Care
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Community Nursing
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Community Oral Health Services
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Disability Support Services
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District Nursing
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Hoki kit e Kāinga – Home Support Services
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Māori Health Services
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Mental Health & Addiction
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Oral Health/Dental Services
- Outpatient Palliative Care
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Sexual Health
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Social Work
Family Health Services
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Childrens Services
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Child Development Services
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Paediatric and child services
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Maternity Services
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Older Persons Services
Hospital Services
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Assessment Treatment and Rehabilitation Unit
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General Surgery
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Emergency Department
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Intensive Care Unit
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Laboratory Services
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Palliative Care
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Radiology Services
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Surgical Services
Specialist Services
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Anaesthesia
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Cardiology
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Dermatology
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Endocrinology
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Gastroenterology
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Genetics
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Haematology
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Infectious Diseases
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Mental Health & Addiction
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Metabolic Medicine
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Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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Oncology
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Ophthalmology
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Orthopaedics
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Otolaryngology or ENT
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Pathology
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Rehabilitation Medicine
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Renal
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Respiratory
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Rheumatology
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Urology
Relocating to Hawke's Bay
Haere mai. Welcome to Te Matau a Māui (Hawke's Bay). Deliver exceptional patient care within a warm community, a region well-known for award-winning wineries and stunning vineyard landscapes.
Photo locations: Bell Rock, Napier (left); Pandora Walkway, Napier (right)
Getting around
Award-winning food and wine, outstanding architecture, and warm balmy days surrounded by magnificent landscapes – Hawke's Bay is pure paradise.
Getting around
Image location: Hastings
When you arrive
Driving in New Zealand
You're allowed to use your current driver's license in New Zealand for up to 12 months during your visit. After that, you'll need to change it to a New Zealand license. You can find out more about driving in New Zealand here.
Other ways to travel Hawkes Bay
- Go Bay bus operates from the city centre to outer suburbs.
- MyWay is an on demand public transport service getting you to more places around Hastings quickly and easily.
- Hastings Taxis Limited and Half Price cabs are also available as well as rental vehicles.
Housing options
Approximately 180,000 people live in Hawke’s Bay. The main cities are located close to each other - Napier on the coast, and Hastings 17km inland. Hawke’s Bay is New Zealand’s Art Deco capital.
Housing options
When you arrive
Short term accommodation
You may consider booking short-term accommodation ahead of your arrival, then search for long-term accommodation when you arrive. The cost and availability of short-term accommodation varies widely through the year. It can be affected by tourism peak season, university start dates and school holidays, to name a few. Familiarise yourself with the city and view available long-term accommodation to ensure it suits your preference. Several considerations to make are proximity to the workplace available nearby schools for the kids, and the ideal size of the property. Some may also find that flatting would be a more suitable arrangement.
Short term accommodation options
Rentals
Renting is a great way to explore and get to know the area. Searching online is a good place to start. You may also wish to check out local rental agencies to help you find a place. Note that most rentals in Aotearoa are unfurnished however furniture and whiteware can be rented in some parts of the country. You can find rental properties on these websites:
Rental agencies
Buying or building a house
We understand that moving to a new country is a major move, and buying or building a house makes it even more significant. For healthcare professionals on NZ's Green List of roles, there's a unique opportunity to speed up the residency process. Normally, only residents and citizens can buy a house to live in in New Zealand. When you can, use this tool to find out if you can purchase a house in New Zealand.
Take the next step
Decided to move to Aotearoa, New Zealand? Fill out our five-minute form with your details, and we'll match you to your preferred location based on your experience and preferences.
Photo location, from left: Hastings; Havelock North
We'd love to help, reach out to us!
Interested in relocating to the Hawke's Bay region? Our dedicated team is here to provide guidance and support throughout your journey, so don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.