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Health NZ Hiring Freeze Exposed | Auckland News
Health New Zealand’s hiring freeze, revealed through official documents, has sparked outrage as strict bureaucratic controls—requiring top executive sign-off for even frontline roles—left hospitals understaffed and patient care in jeopardy. The Public Service Association accuses the agency of deliberately slowing hiring, citing chemotherapy shutdowns and stroke patients receiving minimal care. While Health Minister’s office claims he pushed for reform last year, unions dismiss claims of safety being maintained, pointing to vacancies lasting months and staff burnout. Officials now say regional…
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