Monthly Archives: February 2012

Observations from the Front Line

Posted on February 24, 2012 by

This week marked the one year anniversary of the devastating Christchurch earthquake. I’m sure you joined me in sending your thoughts and sympathies to our Cantabrian colleagues, and the many people affected by this disaster, on Wednesday.

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What a Response…

Posted on February 17, 2012 by

Wow – what an enthusiastic, supportive and absolutely overwhelming response to last week’s suggestion for staff to collectively lose 1000kg. I was blown away by your level of interest and the number of responses which flowed in to ceoblog@middlemore.co.nz. Thanks … Continue reading →

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A Big Idea?

Posted on February 10, 2012 by

My heartfelt thanks to everyone who replied to last week’s post offering advice on how I can lose my stubborn 8kgs. I really appreciate your support and suggestions (or maybe lots of you just want your CEO to jump out … Continue reading →

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Taking Stock

Posted on February 3, 2012 by

It was a delight to welcome the 1.5 millionth Aucklander at Middlemore Hospital on Wednesday. The birth of Ramonah Patience Toomalatai really reinforced what a vibrant and growing community we have, both here in Counties Manukau and in Auckland city. It also made … Continue reading →

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