Northland Healthcare
A comprehensive range of health services is available in the region. However, many of them are located in Whangarei, so if you live elsewhere in Northland you may need to travel to access them.
Looking for general healthcare information?
District Health Board
The District Health Board in Northland is the Northland DHB. They are responsible for providing, or funding the provision of, health and disability services for the people of Northland.
The district health board covers a large geographical area from Te Hana in the south to Cape Reinga in the north. They contract local health providers to make services available to the public.
Public hospitals
There are four hospitals in the Northland region:
- Whangarei hospital
- Bay of Island hospital
- Dargaville hospital
- Kaitaia
Hospitals in Northland | Northland DHB
Private Hospitals
There are three private hospitals in Northland
Private hospitals | Ministry of Health
Ambulance service
St Johns Ambulance provide the local ambulance service. They are located in Ruakaka in Northland.
Northland | St Johns Ambulance
Dentists
All dentists are registered with the Dental Council of New Zealand. Use their website to find a dentist near you.
Health Centres and doctors
Doctors (GPs) are fully trained medical doctors who can advise you on your health and refer you for further tests or specialist treatment if needed. GPs are registered with a Primary Health Organisation (PHO).
Search the District Health board site to find a PHO and GPs in the Northland region
Primary Health | Northland DHB
Mental health services
Mental healthcare services in Northland are provided by Northland dhb. Look on their website for details
Northland DHB mental health | Healthpoint
After hours and emergency services
After hours healthcare is available through White Cross Accident and Medical Clinic. (09) 470 1083
Kensington Pharmacy in Whangarei is open after hours.
If you are feeling unwell or need some urgent medical advice, Healthline offers a 24 hour health service over the phone. You can call them on 0800 611 116.
White Cross Accident and Medical
About Healthline | Ministry of Health
Having a baby
There are various options available for giving birth in the Northern region. Check on the Ministry of Health website to see what is available in your area.
Northland maternity facilities | Ministry of Health
Plunket
The Plunket Society (Plunket) offers information, support and developmental assessments of children at varying stages between birth and 5 years. They also organise car seat rental schemes, parenting education and parenting groups. See these links for services in your area.
Plunket also offers a free parent helpline and advice service available to all families and caregivers 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 0800 933 922 for parenting help.
Hospice
Hospice is specialist care given to those with life-limiting illness. They provide hospice care in the region free of charge and in the setting of their choice.