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Platform connects, collaborates and promotes a cohesive community mental health and addictions service sector.

Non-government organisations have a critical role in communities that flourish when the experience of many is harnessed.

PRIMHD Vendor Expo

NGO providers interested in what PRIMHD compliant software vendors have on offer attended an Expo, organised by Platform and the Ministry of Health on the 18th of August 2010. Click here to see presentations from the day.

Kia tutahi - Draft Community/Government Relationship Agreement

Concerns are emerging in the community sector that the draft Relationship agreement between the communities of Aotearoa New Zealand and the Government, fails to meet the sector's expectations.

Whanau Ora Minister Tariana Turia has announed the appointment of Whanau Ora Regional Leadership Groups

The appointments are for the full three-year term from 16 July 2010 to 30 June 2013. More information about the Regional Leadership Groups and a FAQ sheet can be found on the Te Puni Kokiri website

FRONT LINE- the community and mental health addiction sector at work in New Zealand

The Platform publication Front line - The community mental health and addiction sector at work in New Zealand describes NGOs as innovators, that run successful community enterprises that employ significant numbers of New Zealanders, they are flexible, and well-placed to deliver the Government’s objectives while meeting the needs of individuals, families and communities.

IRD Website : Free tax workshops around the country

The IRD are offering free seminars for small and medium size businesses - catch up on the latest in GST changes etc http://www.ird.govt.nz/contact-us/seminars/