Distance: 23.1 km, approximately 28 minutes from Christchurch

Oromairaki is a contemporary primary birthing facility that opened in 2022, located within the Selwyn Health Hub – Toka Hapāi. Partnering closely with the local community, the unit provides safe, supportive care for whānau choosing primary birth.

Situated on the first floor of the Selwyn Health Hub, Oromairaki is co-located with other primary health services, including Pacific Radiology, and is just 50 m from St John headquarters, ensuring prompt access to emergency support if required.

Facilities include:

• 10 postnatal beds with built-in beds and showers for support persons, plus shared en-suites

• 3 birthing rooms (2 with birthing pools)

• Large whānau room with kitchen

• 2 assessment rooms

• 3 shared consulting rooms for Lead Maternity Carer clinics

• Education room

• Free parking

Midwifery Support:

• There is always one ? two experienced, supportive core midwife available to assist at every birth and provide a second opinion if needed

• During the day, a hospital aide is on site to assist with clinical and practical needs

• A system is in place to call in additional experienced midwives whenever extra support is required