Travelling to Aotearoa for Rural WONCA 2026?
Before the conference begins, take a moment to explore Tātai Whetū — a free app designed to help you understand tikanga Māori in health and community settings.
From pōwhiri and karakia to pepeha and waiata, the app will help you feel more confident and connected during your time here.
If you haven’t already, download it today — and feel free to share it with colleagues attending the conference too.
1 Day to Go | Rural WONCA 2026
It all begins tomorrow.
After months of planning, we’re ready to welcome you to Rural WONCA 2026 — a global gathering grounded in community, culture, and a shared commitment to advancing rural health.
Safe travels to those joining us in Wellington. We look forward to seeing you soon.
#RuralWONCA26 #RuralHealth #GlobalHealth #PrimaryCare #ConferenceCountdown #SeeYouSoon
Acknowledging Our Bronze Sponsors
We are pleased to recognise our Bronze Sponsors, whose support contributes to the success of Rural WONCA 2026.
Every partnership plays a part in enabling this global gathering — supporting connection, learning, and the continued advancement of rural health and wellbeing.
Thank you for being part of the Rural WONCA journey.
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Thank You to Our Gold Sponsors
We acknowledge and thank our Gold Sponsors for their valued support of Rural WONCA 2026.
Their contribution helps create a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation — bringing together rural health professionals, leaders, and communities from across the world.
We are grateful for their partnership in supporting this important kaupapa.
#RuralWONCA26 #GoldSponsors #RuralHealth #PrimaryCare #HealthInnovation #GlobalHealth #HealthPartnerships
2 Days to Go | Rural WONCA 2026
Only two days to go.
Delegates from across Aotearoa and around the world are preparing to come together for a powerful week of conversations, collaboration, and connection in rural health.
The stage is nearly set — we can’t wait to begin.
#RuralWONCA26 #RuralHealth #GlobalHealthCommunity #PrimaryCare #ConferenceCountdown #WellingtonNZ
3 Days to Go | Rural WONCA 2026
We’re just three days away from welcoming the global rural health community to Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand.
Final preparations are underway as we get ready for a week of connection, learning, and shared purpose — bringing together voices from across the world to shape the future of rural health.
We look forward to welcoming you.
#RuralWONCA26 #RuralHealth #GlobalHealth #PrimaryCare #ConferenceCountdown #SeeYouInWellington
Understanding Tikanga Hauora helps health professionals build stronger connections with patients, whānau, and communities.
For delegates attending Rural WONCA 2026, the Tātai Whetū app offers a practical introduction to these principles.
Waiata are an important part of Māori cultural gatherings and are often used to support speakers or close formal moments.
Delegates attending Rural WONCA 2026 can explore examples of waiata through the Tātai Whetū app.
A pepeha is a powerful way of introducing yourself in Aotearoa.
For international delegates attending Rural WONCA 2026, understanding pepeha can deepen cultural connection and appreciation.
Learn more through the Tātai Whetū app.
We’re honoured to welcome Julian Wilcox (Ngāpuhi, Te Arawa) as MC for the 21st WONCA World Rural Health Conference.
A respected broadcaster and experienced national event host, Julian brings depth, clarity, and mana to conversations that matter for communities across Aotearoa.
Register now: https://zurl.co/IOFVC
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