The theme of the Public Health Association of New Zealand (PHANZ) Conference this year, “Health is a treasure – ko te taonga te hauora”, invites us to reflect on the many ways health is understood, nurtured, and celebrated across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Keynote speakers include:
- Professor Arthur Grimes – Professor Grimes is an internationally respected economist and public policy leader. He is professor of wellbeing and public policy at Victoria University of Wellington and a senior fellow at Motu Economic & Public Policy Research. At PHANZ 2025, he will present on housing, health, and wellbeing, exploring how environments shape community health and quality of life.
- Dr Mataroria Lyndon (Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Whātua, Ngāti Wai, Waikato) – Dr Lyndon is a Māori clinician, academic, and governance leader dedicated to advancing health and equity in Aotearoa New Zealand. He will bring expertise and lived experience to discussions on equity, hauora, and Māori health leadership.
To find out more about the conference and to register, see the PHANZ website.