Health Minister, Simeon Brown, has today thanked outgoing Health New Zealand Chief Executive, Fepulea’i Margie Apa, for her service.
The Minister said Ms Apa was the first to hold the position of Chief Executive at Health New Zealand, taking on the challenge of transitioning New Zealand’s health system from regional district health boards into a single entity following the previous Government’s reforms amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Prior to this, Margie was Chief Executive of the Counties Manukau District Health Board, having built a career in public service,” said Mr Brown.
“As Chief Executive at Health New Zealand, Margie remained committed to ensuring access to healthcare services while Health New Zealand grappled with significant operational and financial challenges stemming from the health system reforms.
“I acknowledge Margie’s decision to step down as Chief Executive of Health New Zealand and thank her for her service,” he said.
Dr Dale Bramley will become the acting Chief Executive of Health New Zealand, while a formal recruitment process is underway to find Ms Apa’s replacement.
“I look forward to working with Dr Bramley to ensure Health New Zealand focusses on its core role of ensuring access to timely, quality healthcare for all New Zealanders,” said Minister Brown.
