Menu Media releases 2017 Southern Cross welcomes media inquiries about any health related topics. Contact Jo Lawrence-King: 021 413 502; jo.lawrence-king@southerncross.co.nz or Campbell Gibson: 021 051 2667; campbell.gibson@southerncross.co.nz Customer and other inquiries should be directed to 0800 800 181 DEC 07 Society AGM officially welcomes CEO Thursday, 7 December 2017 by Campbell Gibson Southern Cross Medical Care Society held its AGM yesterday, where it affirmed its commitment to quality and affordability for its members read more... NOV 29 Society appoints Dr Stephen Child as CMO Wednesday, 29 November 2017 by Campbell Gibson Southern Cross Health Society has appointed Stephen Child to the newly-created role of Chief Medical Officer, as it looks to strengthen its medical expertise. read more... NOV 28 Southern Cross wins gold in Quality Service Awards Tuesday, 28 November 2017 by Jo Lawrence-King Southern Cross Healthcare Group has taken out a hat trick of golds at the Reader’s Digest annual Quality Service Awards this week. read more... NOV 15 Richie McPaw and Harrison Pawd among NZ's quirky pet names Wednesday, 15 November 2017 by Campbell Gibson Richie McPaw, The Taxman, Pickles and Compost. These are among some of the country’s quirkiest pet names revealed by Southern Cross Pet Insurance today. read more... SEP 20 Switch off for a better break these school holidays Wednesday, 20 September 2017 by Janine Kendall These days we rely on our smart phones to keep us connected to the world, but research from Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI) suggests the devices may be doing just the opposite. read more... SEP 15 Southern Cross delivers top value and growing membership Friday, 15 September 2017 by Janine Kendall Southern Cross Health Society has today released its annual financial results, showing solid growth in membership as it continues to deliver excellent value for money. read more... SEP 01 Beware the ordinary in extraordinary places Friday, 1 September 2017 by Janine Kendall Sometimes it’s the everyday things, not the extreme-action adventures, that cause travelers to come unstuck. read more... AUG 30 Free dental care for low income Kiwis Wednesday, 30 August 2017 by Janine Kendall A healthy smile is important when it comes to first impressions so Southern Cross Health Trust and the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA) have teamed up to offer low income adults free dental care. read more... AUG 21 Pet owners opting for oodles of Spoodles and Cavoodles Monday, 21 August 2017 by Janine Kendall Southern Cross Pet Insurance data shows the number of designer dogs insured has increased 22 times over the past decade, with Cavoodles and Spoodles the most popular in 2016. read more... AUG 01 Kiwi workers still soldiering on when sick Tuesday, 1 August 2017 by Janine Kendall More than 40 per cent of kiwis are still turning up to work sick, despite a continuing improvement in business culture that encourages unwell staff to stay home. read more... AUG 01 Workload the leading stressor for NZ businesses big and small Tuesday, 1 August 2017 by Janine Kendall Workplace stress continues to rise across New Zealand businesses, with general workload now being the leading cause of anxiety not just for larger enterprises, but smaller ones too. read more... AUG 01 Kiwi businesses still need to gear up for third age Tuesday, 1 August 2017 by Janine Kendall Three in four New Zealand businesses still don’t have policies or arrangements in place for older workers despite the country’s ageing workforce. read more... AUG 01 New survey reveals health of Kiwi workers and workplaces Tuesday, 1 August 2017 by Janine Kendall The latest Wellness in the Workplace Survey results released by Southern Cross Health Society and BusinessNZ have revealed a current picture of workplace health and wellness for Kiwi workers. read more... JUN 26 Man’s best friend costing a fortune Monday, 26 June 2017 by Janine Kendall Southern Cross Pet Insurance has released a list of the top five unusual claims from the past year to highlight the odd situations pets can get themselves into, and the financial headaches they create for the unprepared. read more... JUN 19 Kiwis urged not to rely on fundraising in lieu of travel insurance Monday, 19 June 2017 by Janine Kendall One in six New Zealanders is putting themselves at risk by travelling overseas without insurance, instead relying on public appeals for money to pay medical bills should something go wrong. read more... JUN 12 A winter walk could be just what the doctor ordered Monday, 12 June 2017 by Janine Kendall Winter is here and as the temperature drops it can be tempting to go into hibernation. But while the chilly days offer little motivation to get off the couch, keeping active is key to taking care of your health. read more... MAY 25 New and enhanced benefits for Society members Thursday, 25 May 2017 by Janine Kendall From July 17 Southern Cross Health Society will be introducing or enhancing a number of member benefits as well as expanding its Affiliated Provider programme, now in its twentieth year. read more... MAY 16 New Head of Distribution for Southern Cross Health Society Tuesday, 16 May 2017 by Janine Kendall Kerry Boielle has joined Southern Cross Health Society as Head of Distribution, overseeing direct and intermediated sales. read more... MAY 16 Southern Cross appoints new Travel Insurance CEO Tuesday, 16 May 2017 by Janine Kendall Southern Cross has appointed Chris White to lead its Travel Insurance business, taking up the role earlier this month. read more... MAY 08 New Cancer Assist gives Kiwis money and options Monday, 8 May 2017 by Janine Kendall New Cancer Assist product add-on provides extra financial support at a time when emotional, physical and financial pressures can mount. read more... MAR 17 New Zealand’s first charity mobile dental clinic clocks up 400 smiles Friday, 17 March 2017 by Janine Kendall Just four months into its journey, New Zealand’s first charity mobile dental clinic has already given more than 400 disadvantaged patients new reasons to smile, with free dental procedures. read more... MAR 01 Additional medical expertise for Southern Cross Health Trust and Hospitals Boards Wednesday, 1 March 2017 by Janine Kendall Doctors Martin Misur and Arthur Morris have been appointed as Trustees of the Southern Cross Health Trust and Directors of Southern Cross Hospitals Limited. read more... FEB 02 Southern Cross Pet Insurance release top claims Thursday, 2 February 2017 by Alistair Gray Any pet owner will attest to the fact that dogs will eat almost anything and cats make full use of their nine lives. read more... Southern Cross websites © Southern Cross Terms of use Sitemap