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Taranaki

Taranaki is a magical place with a majestic mountain at its heart, including a rugged coastline that's world-renowned for its surf.

Its residents' love of art and culture, cafes and outdoor living means it's also fantastic to work—and play!

Photo location: Tongaporutu Three Sisters - Credit: Taranaki Story

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Taranaki Base Hospital
Hāwera Hospital
Taranaki healthcare services
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The Taranaki region is located on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand.

Taranaki is bordered by the Tasman Sea to the west and the Manawatu-Wanganui, Waikato, and Bay of Plenty regions to the east. The city of New Plymouth is the largest city in the region.

The region is well known for Mount Taranaki (Mount Egmont) which is the region's namesake and most recognisable landmark - a stunning, symmetrical volcano.

Aside from the beautiful centrepiece of this region, the area is also known for its rich history, vibrant arts and culture scene.

Taranaki District as shown on the North Island map of New Zealand
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Health New Zealand - Taranaki

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is the Government organisation that provides publicly-funded universal health care to 5 million Kiwis.

The management and delivery of health services are broken down into 'Districts' across the country, determined by both geographic location and population.

Health New Zealand – Taranaki serves a population of around 130,000 urban and rural residents with a team of more than 2,500 medical professionals working from Taranaki Base Hospital, a rural hospital in Hāwera, in a network of community health centres as well as mobile dental clinics.

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Photo location: Fitzroy Beach, Paritutu Rock - Credit: Taranaki Story

Taranaki Base Hospital

Taranaki Base Hospital is the largest hospital in the Taranaki region of New Zealand. Located in New Plymouth, it serves as the primary healthcare facility for the region, providing a wide range of medical and surgical services.

The hospital is managed by the Health New Zealand - Taranaki and includes emergency, maternity, mental health, oncology, and specialist outpatient services. 

Equipped with modern medical technology and supported by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, Taranaki Base Hospital also functions as a teaching hospital, offering training opportunities for medical students and healthcare trainees.
The facility has undergone significant upgrades in recent years to enhance its infrastructure, improve patient care, and accommodate the growing healthcare needs of the region.

Photo location: Dawson Falls, Taranaki National Park - Source: Taranaki Story

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Hāwera Hospital

Hāwera Hospital offers inpatient beds with ensuites, a maternity suite, outpatients, a purpose-built dental unit, community Mental health, District Nursing, radiology and laboratory departments and a 24-hour emergency department.

Base Hospital has maternity, ED, ICU, mental health and maternity services plus new paediatric and surgical wards as well as wards dedicated to general medicine and older people’s health.

Our Project Maunga hospital rebuild includes a new green-star-rated renal unit opened in November 2022, the new East Wing building housing acute and maternity and radiology services under construction, as well as a new cancer centre about to break ground.

Photo location: Taranaki Garden Festival - Source: Taranaki Story

Taranaki healthcare services

Services A to I

Acute Mental Health & Addictions
Dental
Emergency Medicine
Endoscopy
General Practice
General Surgery
Intensive Care and Anaesthesia
Interventional Radiology

Services J to Z

Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Oncology
Orthopaedics
Paediatrics & Neonatal
Rural Medicine
Stroke and Rehabilitation

Relocating to Taranaki

Ready to embark on your journey in Taranaki? We're here to help make your dream of living and working in this picturesque region a reality.

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Getting around

There's a world of exciting things to see and do in Taranaki. Get out there and create unforgettable memories in this incredible part of New Zealand. 

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Getting around

Photo location: Te Rewa Rewa Bridge - Credit: Taranaki Story

When you arrive

Driving in New Zealand

You can legally drive in NZ for up to 12 months per visit with your current driver's license. After 12 months, you will need to convert to a New Zealand license. Learn more about driving in NZ here.

 

Other ways to travel
  • Citylink buses runs weekday commuter services within urban New Plymouth and to Bell Block-Waitara. Connector and Southlink buses are also available. 
  • Taxis and Ubers also operate around the main centres as well as several rental vehicle companies.
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Opunake beach family building sandcastle - Source: Taranaki Story

Housing options

Experience the unique Taranaki lifestyle! Taranaki offers a variety of housing options in close proximity of stunning natural beauty and within a warm and welcoming community.

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Opunake beach family building sandcastle - Source: Taranaki Story

Housing options

Photo location: Opunake - Credit: Taranaki Story

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.

Temporary accommodation options

 

Rentals

Renting is a great way to explore and get to know the area before you decide to purchase or build a house. Searching online is a good place to start as well as 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. These places aggregate rentals in one place: 

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 fast-track the residency process. Normally, only residents and citizens can buy a home to live in in New Zealand. When you can, use this tool to find out if you can purchase a house in New Zealand.

 

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Location: Dawson Falls, Maunga National Park - Credit: Taranaki Story
Golfer teeing off Ngamotu Golf Club - Source: Taranaki Story
Location: Ngamotu Golf Club - Credit: Taranaki Story
Lake Mangamahoe bike tracks - Source: Taranaki Story
Lake Mangamahoe Bike Tracks - Credit: Taranaki Story
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Location: New Plymouth coastline - Credit: Taranaki Story
Mount Taranaki - Credit: Sulthan Auliya, Unsplash
Location: Mount Taranaki - Credit: Sulthan Auliy

Watch: Taranaki, a region like no other

Home to pristine walking tracks, world-class surf breaks, a handful of New Zealand's best art galleries and museums, a legendary mountain and adventures waiting for you. Grab a glimpse of why Taranaki is a region - like no other.

Video credit: Venture Taranaki

Family enjoying the sun and lifestyle - Source: Taranaki Content Library
221278 walking the dogs on the beach Cape Egmont Lighthouse - Source: Taranaki Story

Take the next step

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Fill out our five-minute form with your details, and we'll match you to your preferred location based on your experience and preferences.

Photos from left: Cape Egmont Lighthouse - Credit: Taranaki Story; Fitzroy Beach - Credit: Taranaki Story

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