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Question 16297 (2026)
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Asked by
Ayesha Verrall
List MP · Labour Party
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What private ophthalmology facilities, if any, are currently within practical reach of patients in West Coast, Lakes, Bay of Plenty, and Taranaki districts?
Answered by
Hon Simeon Brown
Member for Pakuranga · National Party · Minister of Health
Answer
I am advised that ophthalmology patients in West Coast, Lakes, Bay of Plenty and Taranaki districts can access private ophthalmology facilities in Christchurch, Rotorua, Tauranga and New Plymouth respectively. I am further advised that these communities also have access to ophthalmology services in their public hospitals.