Ashley Bloomfield
Sir Ashley Bloomfield is a former Director-General of Health in New Zealand, well-known for his leadership during the Covid-19 pandemic. He has been influential in shaping health policy and responses to public health crises, emphasizing the need for ongoing preparedness against future pandemics.
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Recent news mentions
Ashley Bloomfield was mentioned as a former director-general of health who gave daily Covid-19 briefings.
Rotorua student Casey Paul’s 13 years of perfect school attendance honoured
New Zealand· 2025-12-10
The inquiry would be incomplete without hearing from Ardern, former health supremo Sir Ashley Bloomfield.
Covid inquiry: Time to cut Dame Jacinda Ardern a break – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-07-12
Former health ministry chief Sir Ashley Bloomfield was featured in the campaign.
New Zealand ad wins top prize
United Kingdom· 2025-06-24
Bloomfield recommended prioritizing Māori and Pasifika for vaccinations during the pandemic.
Shaun Hendy’s warning: The Covid lessons we’re still to learn - Simon WilsonNew Zealand· 2025-05-13
Sir Ashley Bloomfield described a sense of 'collective global amnesia' regarding pandemic preparedness.
Covid-19 in NZ: Five years, five big unanswered questionsNew Zealand· 2025-02-27
