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Health Minister Dr Shane Reti is appointing a Crown observer to Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, citing significant ongoing challenges around the 2022 health reforms. "I have carefully considered the hard work which has gone on around Health NZ since its establishment," Dr Reti said. "The incoming government is resetting a clear focus on health outcomes. The Labour government failed to acknowledge a health crisis and failed in its duty to provide adequate oversight and support during a period of massive upheaval for health. "I am confident that the appointment of a Crown observer will assist the HNZ Board and management to work with the board to overcome a range of issues, including health workforce and hospital wait times. "I am therefore appointing Ken Whelan as Crown observer to work with the Board to ensure it delivers the outcomes expected by the coalition government. "Mr Whelan commences his role immediately, and will independently advise me throug

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