News

Monday , 19 December 2022
by Nicole Gray

Southern Cross is encouraging New Zealanders to “switch off for summer” and go on a digital detox these holidays, as data shows nearly two-thirds of people are concerned about their device use.

Tuesday , 13 December 2022
by Sherryl Arneil

Southern Cross Health Society (Society) reported significant membership growth at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) last week. The Society welcomed 20,000 net new members in FY22, bringing the membership to 908,000.

Friday , 2 December 2022
by Nicole Gray

While fur babies can bring plenty of joy into our lives, pet ownership can also have its unexpected moments, as Southern Cross Pet Insurance’s annual round-up of unusual pet insurance claims shows.

Monday , 28 November 2022
by Jeremy Vargo

Today is the first day on the job for Tim Capill, the new General Manager at Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital Queenstown. Beginning his career as a nurse, Tim joins the hospital from Swedish medical device company Senzime, where he was Sales Director for the Asia Pacific region. With depth of experience in healthcare and medical industries.

Wednesday , 26 October 2022
by Jonathan Zouch

With higher temperatures starting to roll in across the country, Southern Cross Pet Insurance is reminding pet owners to be vigilant when walking dogs on coastal beaches, as warmer temperatures can see jellyfish and pufferfish hitting the beaches too.

Friday , 21 October 2022
by Jonathan Zouch

Southern Cross takes its responsibility for delivering better access to healthcare services to a whole new level and is powering up the extraordinary value its members can enjoy, with nearly one in five New Zealanders as members.

Thursday , 13 October 2022
by Jonathan Zouch

According to the latest figures from Southern Cross’ Healthy Futures Report 2022, 14 per cent of men didn’t seek medical treatment the last time they felt unwell, and 21 per cent didn’t seek treatment for dental pain.

Thursday , 13 October 2022
by Jonathan Zouch

Smile NZ is a joint initiative between the Southern Cross Health Trust and the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA), where dentists open their practices to provide a range of treatments such as restorations, fillings and extractions at no charge to patients who ordinarily cannot afford to access treatment.

Thursday , 6 October 2022
by Sue Hamilton

With 63 per cent of New Zealand parents worried about how their children will cope with the pressures of life, it probably comes as no surprise how readily primary and intermediate schools and teachers have taken to the Pause Breathe Smile (PBS) mind health programme, which is fully funded by Southern Cross.

Wednesday , 1 June 2022
by Sue Hamilton

New Zealand pets will soon be seen in all the right places after dark, as Southern Cross Pet Insurance (SCPI) collaborates with international designer Matthew Adams Dolan on an exclusive range of high-fashion hi-vis dog vests.

Wednesday , 21 September 2022
by Nicole Gray

Waitematā Endoscopy, a joint venture partnership with Southern Cross Healthcare, is aiming to offer patients a confirmed appointment within seven days of a GP or specialist referral.

Wednesday , 21 September 2022
by Southern Cross Travel Insurance

As international students are once again welcomed to New Zealand, Southern Cross Travel Insurance is working with agents, schools, and students to make sure they have the necessary insurance in place to start their studies.

Thursday , 15 September 2022
by Sherryl Arneil

Southern Cross Health Society Group (“Group”) today released its annual financial results, reporting significant membership growth as more New Zealanders move to prioritise their health through the pandemic.

Thursday , 18 August 2022
by Sherryl Arneil

Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital has been recognised at the Southern Architecture Awards for its exceptional design and attention to detail.

Thursday , 11 August 2022
by Jonathan Zouch

The current economic uncertainty is affecting more than New Zealanders’ pockets with the cost of living crisis directly impacting both physical and mental wellbeing.

Friday , 8 July 2022
by Sue Hamilton

With New Zealand’s borders wide open, many of the nation’s young people are preparing to pack their bags and gain some valuable overseas experience in the age-old Kiwi tradition.

Monday , 4 July 2022
by Jonathan Zouch

Southern Cross Travel Insurance has revealed the impact the Omicron variant has had on its business since travel picked up as the borders reopened in late February 2022.

Friday , 27 May 2022
by Alaina McGregor

Travel agents and airlines are reporting a ‘feeding frenzy’ of enquiries as New Zealanders plan to take flight and re-join the world after a couple of the strangest years in recent memory.

Monday , 23 May 2022
by Alaina McGregor

Southern Cross Health Insurance (Southern Cross) has been recognised for the smooth delivery of an agility model across its business.

Thursday , 12 May 2022
by Alaina McGregor

Southern Cross Healthcare has appointed Mark Stewart as Chief Operating Officer, completing the business’ programme to strengthen its executive leadership team.