West Coast
Te Tai o Poutini/West Coast has views of both the mountain ranges and the ocean! It is an untamed natural wilderness of beautiful rivers and rainforests, glaciers and geological treasures.
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Te Whatu Ora | Te Tai o Poutini West Coast
Te Tai o Poutini (West Coast) provides health care services to one of the largest geographical areas in Aotearoa. Based on the West Coast of the South Island, covering an area from Karamea in the North to Haast in the South and services approximately 32,000 people.
The West Coast Region
The West Coast region is characterized by awe-inspiring and ancient panoramas, towering mountains covered in snow, massive glaciers, lush rainforests, grassy tussock lands, serene lakes, winding rivers, swampy wetlands, and beautiful beaches.
The West Coast area located on the western side of the South Island in New Zealand can be described as a slender piece of heaven. It is situated between the Southern Alps, which lie to the east, and the rough, isolated beaches of the West Coast to the west.

Greymouth, Westport and Reefton
There are three major health care facilities in Greymouth, Westport, and Reefton, and five general practices across the region. We employ over 1,000 people, almost half of which are Nurses.
We offer a wide range of services including a comprehensive mental health service – both inpatient and community – with acute, rehabilitation, child and family, and alcohol and drug services.
We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of rural healthcare, nurses provide everyday care to communities and are first responders for any emergencies in the remote areas

Hospital Services
Here's a list of medical services and specialties offered in the West Coast
A to G
Alcohol and Drug Services |
Cancer Support Services |
Child and Adolescent Mental Health |
Child Health |
Community Mental Health Services |
Critical Care Unit |
Dementia Unit |
Emergency Department |
General Medical |
General Surgical |
H to Z
Maori Mental Health |
Mental Health Crisis Team |
Mental Health Unit |
Midwifery Services |
Oncology and Palliative Care |
Oral Health Services |
Pharmacies |
Primary Care |
PRIME Care |
Rural Health Clinics |

Local Information
Rental agencies |
For short-term stays |
Getting around
- The New Zealand Transport Agency operates bus routes in the West Coast.
- Ideally you’ll need your own vehicle if you are wanting to explore the beautiful West Coast, though our towns are all walkable and cycling friendly. Rental vehicles are also a good option.
- Explore the breathtaking Southern Alps via the TranzAlpine train.
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