Sep 1, 2026 | Local Legend, News
Mobile Health Group’s latest Local Legend Award recipient, paediatric dental surgeon Yaso Ramadas has spent the past 20 years travelling to communities across Aotearoa to deliver essential dental care to children through Mobile Surgical. Over the years, she has cared...
May 14, 2026 | Local Legend, News
Dr Jo Scott-Jones has long been a quiet force in rural health, but his presentation delivery of the John McLeod Oration at the 21st WONCA World Rural Health Conference 2026 earlier this year revealed the depth of both his impact and his character. He offered a deeply...
Feb 26, 2026 | Local Legend, News
A heart that never stops giving: Meet local legend, Sally Hall If you’ve worked between Palmerston North and Levin in the last two decades, you’ve most likely heard the name Sally Hall. She arrived from the Philippines 22 years ago, carrying with her only what she...
Jul 31, 2025 | Local Legend, News
Judy Nelson: A heart of gold at the heart of Balclutha In the small South Otago town of Balclutha, there’s one name that’s become synonymous with compassion, consistency, and community, Judy Nelson. After 27 years with Clutha Health First and a vital role with the...
Jul 29, 2025 | Local Legend, News
Amber Kirkman: A Local Legend and hero. Mobile Health Group’s (MHG) Local Legend initiative is in full swing, recognising outstanding individuals across Aotearoa from top to bottom. When you meet Amber Kirkman, one thing becomes clear straight away, she’s deeply...
Jul 16, 2025 | Local Legend, News
Maria Escarlan making positive shifts in aged care. Mobile Health Group’s (MHG) Local Legend initiative is in full swing. It has been rewarding for us to recognise the nominations that have been received. Maria Escarlan, a nurse practitioner based in New Plymouth is...
