PHC MECA Signed

The Primary Health Care Multi-Employer Collective Agreement (PHC MECA) covers around 3,500 NZNO members, including registered nurses, practice nurses, midwives, enrolled nurses, health care assistants, medical receptionists and administrators.

Members and employers have now ratified the PHC MECA, and the agreement has been formally signed.

The agreement takes effect on 19 October 2026, with new pay rates applying from that date. Lump sum payments must be processed within six weeks of the agreement being signed.

While this agreement delivers important gains for members, pay parity remains our priority. Primary health care nurses, health care assistants, administrators and medical receptionists deserve fair recognition for the skilled and essential work they do every day. Together, we will continue our campaign for fair recognition and pay parity as we prepare for the next round of bargaining.

PHC MECA 2026-2027 (Final Agreement)

The Next Round Starts Now

The strength of this agreement came from members standing together. Whether you completed surveys, contributed to claims, attended meetings, spoke with colleagues or took part in campaign activities, your involvement made a difference.

The next round of bargaining starts now. The more members we have organised in our workplaces, the stronger our voice will be at the bargaining table.

Talk with your colleagues and encourage every eligible nurse, health worker and administrator in your workplace to join NZNO.

If you'd like to play a more active role in future bargaining, campaigns and organising, complete your Expression of Interest Form.

If your practice is interested in joining the PHC MECA, contact your organiser or the NZNO Member Support Centre on 0800 283 848 to discuss the subsequent party process.

Maranga Mai! - Every Nurse, Everywhere.