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Switching off for summer
Monday , 19 December 2022
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.
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Southern Cross Health Society membership reaches 30 year high
Tuesday , 13 December 2022
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.
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Southern Cross Pet Insurance reveals most unusual pet insurance claims of 2022
Friday , 2 December 2022
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.
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Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital welcomes new General Manager
Monday , 28 November 2022
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.
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Watch out warning for pet owners as warm water brings pufferfish and jellyfish to the shore
Wednesday , 26 October 2022
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.
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It really does matter who is ‘with you’ when it comes to your health
Friday , 21 October 2022
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.
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We all need to talk about men's health
Thursday , 13 October 2022
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.
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Reasons to smile: Free dental treatment for hundreds of New Zealanders who need it most
Thursday , 13 October 2022
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.
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Pause Breathe Smile – creating positive change for tamariki
Thursday , 6 October 2022
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.
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Southern Cross Pet Insurance launches VIS – The Road Safety Collection, designed for furry fashionistas
Wednesday , 1 June 2022
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.
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West Auckland to benefit from reduced wait times for endoscopies
Wednesday , 21 September 2022
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.
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With the return of international students, Southern Cross Travel Insurance sees policy sales starting to ramp up
Wednesday , 21 September 2022
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.
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Southern Cross Health Society membership at 30 year high
Thursday , 15 September 2022
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.
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Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital scoops top architecture award
Thursday , 18 August 2022
Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital has been recognised at the Southern Architecture Awards for its exceptional design and attention to detail.
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Cost of living takes toll on New Zealanders' wellbeing
Thursday , 11 August 2022
The current economic uncertainty is affecting more than New Zealanders’ pockets with the cost of living crisis directly impacting both physical and mental wellbeing.
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With younger New Zealanders taking flight again, Southern Cross issues a timely reminder to make sure of a soft landing if things go wrong
Friday , 8 July 2022
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.
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Southern Cross Travel Insurance says 32 per cent of claims since February, when Omicron hit our shores, have been for Covid-19
Monday , 4 July 2022
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.
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New Zealanders are more than ready to take flight
Friday , 27 May 2022
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.
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Southern Cross scoops NZ HR Award for business transformation initiative
Monday , 23 May 2022
Southern Cross Health Insurance (Southern Cross) has been recognised for the smooth delivery of an agility model across its business.
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Southern Cross Healthcare appoints new COO
Thursday , 12 May 2022
Southern Cross Healthcare has appointed Mark Stewart as Chief Operating Officer, completing the business’ programme to strengthen its executive leadership team.
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