Why is NZ’s Healthcare System under pressure? Ft. Nick Astwick, CEO of Southern Cross Health Society | Episode 432

Cheques and Balances · Jan 18, 2026 · 36m

New Zealand’s healthcare system isn’t broken - but it is under serious strain.

In this episode, we’re joined by Nick Astwick, CEO of Southern Cross Health Society, to unpack why demand is overwhelming supply, what rising waitlists and costs really mean, how public and private healthcare intersect, and what needs to change to improve access, outcomes, and long-term health in New Zealand.

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