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Enhancing Healthcare Access & Equity in New Zealand

Driving health equity & system reform in challenging times

Access to quality healthcare is a fundamental human right, but the system often presents challenges that hinder timely and equitable access. Long wait times for surgeries, specialist appointments, and mental health support, along with a critical shortage of healthcare professionals, contribute to a strained system. These issues are particularly acute in rural and remote areas, where access to services is limited, and health disparities persist for Māori and Pacific peoples.

While the current government faces constraints on healthcare spending, these challenges remain a priority. As the focus shifts towards long-term sustainability, it is crucial for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and communities to remain committed to improving the system. Opportunities to collaborate on innovative solutions, share insights, and advocate for policies that enhance healthcare access are key to driving improvement.

Lead the change

Brightstar is dedicated to supporting these efforts by offering opportunities for connection and professional development. By attending conferences, you can expand your network, learn from experts, and contribute to building a more equitable and accessible healthcare system in New Zealand. Here are two annual events (in February in 2025) that are designed for you.

Medico-Legal Conference

The New Zealand Medico-Legal Conference provides healthcare professionals with essential insights into the legal and ethical challenges shaping New Zealand’s healthcare system. Key sessions will cover topics like the role of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, legal safeguards for vulnerable populations, and the evolving regulations surrounding telemedicine and the Medicines Act. Attendees will gain practical knowledge on informed consent, provider self-referral, and the legal protections for healthcare workers, helping you navigate the complexities of the healthcare landscape.

With the government focused on transforming the sector despite financial constraints, this conference is an opportunity to stay engaged, collaborate on innovative solutions, and advocate for policy changes that enhance healthcare access.

Nursing Leaders' Summit

The Aotearoa Nursing Leaders’ Summit provides invaluable insights into the evolving role of nurses in Aotearoa New Zealand’s healthcare system. In 2025, key sessions will explore strategies for enhancing the impact of nurses on health outcomes, addressing pay disparities, and supporting the workforce through leadership and innovation.

Notable highlights include Kate Weston discussing the modern nurse’s role and emerging leadership opportunities, while Caroline Alexander offers a global perspective on nursing leadership in the 21st century. There will be a focus on addressing health equity, championing Māori and Pasifika leadership, and developing the next generation of nursing leaders. Sessions will also dive into nurse prescribing, community-based care, and safe staffing, ensuring nurses are equipped to drive meaningful change.

This conference is a vital opportunity to explore how nursing leaders are shaping healthcare reform, with practical insights to empower and elevate the profession.

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Brightstar Spring Sale Promotion Terms & Conditions

1. The Offer

This promotional offer is for a 15% discount on the current advertised price of eligible Brightstar owned and partnered conferences and public training courses.

2. Promotional Period

The Spring Sale promotion is valid only from 13 October 2025 through 15 November 2025 (the “Promotion Period”).
All course and conference registrations must be fully completed, paid for, and confirmed by Brightstar within the Promotion Period to qualify for the discount.

3. Eligibility and Redemption

3.1 Eligible Products

The discount applies only to the standard price of Brightstar’s public training courses and conferences as listed on the Brightstar website.

3.2 How to Redeem

To receive the 15% discount, customers must enter the promotional code SPRING15 during the checkout process.

3.3 Exclusions and Limitations

The discount does not apply to, and cannot be used for:
• Custom, private, or in-house training programs.
• Courses or conferences already registered for, or attended, prior to the Promotion Period.
• Any associated costs, including but not limited to, taxes, travel, or accommodation.

3.4 Discount Stacking

This 15% discount cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion, coupon, or discount code. If an eligible course is already subject to another discount, the customer will receive the greater of the two discounts, but not both.

4. Payment and Enrollment

4.1 Full Payment Required

Full payment of the discounted course or conference fee is required at the time of registration. Enrollment is not confirmed until full payment is received and processed by Brightstar.

4.2 Standard Terms Apply

All bookings are subject to Brightstar’s standard terms and conditions of sale for training and conferences, which are available here.

5. Transfers, Cancellations, and Refunds

5.1 Refund Policy

In the event of a cancellation or request for a refund, the refund amount will be calculated based on the actual discounted price paid by the customer, not the original standard price. Standard Brightstar cancellation policies apply.

5.2 Registration Transfers

If a registration is transferred to another individual, no further or additional discount will be applied to the new registration.

6. General Provisions

6.1 Right to Modify

Brightstar reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate this promotion, including these Terms and Conditions, at any time without prior notice. However, all registrations completed and fully paid for prior to such modification or termination will be honored.

6.2 Acceptance of Terms

By proceeding with a registration using the promotional code [SPRING15], the customer agrees to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

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