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Nearly $100,000 spent on catering at Health NZ finance conference sparks scrutiny

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Health NZ’s nearly $100,000 catering bill for a two-day finance conference has drawn criticism from Health Minister Shane Reti, who urged cost-effective alternatives amid financial pressures. Labour’s former Health Minister Ayesha Verrall, in office at the time, distanced herself from the decision, emphasising prior calls for spending restraint. Health NZ plans to reduce costs for future conferences, with proposals for online events and sponsor support.

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