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Ron Easthope’s

History of Wellington Hospital

Introduction

These pages focus on the history of Wellington’s public hospital — its buildings, services, and some of the many people who helped shape it over the decades.

This archive was compiled and written by the late Dr Ron Easthope, a former hospital cardiologist and honorary archivist. Ron dedicated many years to researching and preserving this history, and this collection reflects the depth of his knowledge and passion for the subject.

We’re proud to host his work here as a lasting record of Wellington Hospital’s past.

A history of the public hospital in Wellington

A visual and written history of Wellington’s public hospital buildings — plus key stories about medical staff, nursing, and children’s services.

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The Early Staff of Wellington Hospital

A visual and written history of Wellington’s public hospital buildings — plus key stories about medical staff, nursing, and children’s services.

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The Nursing Administration

A visual and written history of Wellington’s public hospital buildings — plus key stories about medical staff, nursing, and children’s services.

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