The festive season is nearly here, and we know it’s a busy time for everyone, including your health! To make things easy, here’s a quick guide to Ropata Health’s December and Christmas/New Year hours, plus where to go if you need care while we’re closed.
December Modified Hours
Please note the following changes in early December:
Saturday 6 December
Phones unavailable from 3.30pm.
All services resume Sunday 7 December.
Saturday 13 December
Clinic closes at 2pm.
Normal hours resume Sunday 14 December.
Wednesday 17 December
Clinic closes at 12pm, reopens at 2pm the same day.
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Christmas & New Year Holiday Hours
Here’s what to expect around the festive period:
| Date | Status |
|---|---|
| Wed 17 Dec | Closed 12pm–2pm |
| Mon 22 & Tue 23 Dec | Normal hours |
| Wed 24 Dec | Early close |
| Thu 25 – Sun 28 Dec | Closed |
| Mon 29 & Tue 30 Dec | Normal hours |
| Wed 31 Dec | Early close |
| Thu 1 Jan – Sun 4 Jan | Closed |
| Mon 5 Jan | Normal hours resume |
Need Help While We’re Closed?
If you need medical advice or care during our closed hours:
- Call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free health advice.
- Visit Lower Hutt After Hours on Connolly Street, open every day.
A Message From the Ropata Team
From all of us here at Ropata Health, we wish you a happy, safe, and relaxing Kirihimete. Thank you for trusting us with your care this year, we look forward to supporting your health and wellbeing in 2026 and beyond.