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Ropata Health Holiday Hours & Helpful Info

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 […]

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Saying Goodbye

In the upcoming months, Ropata will undergo some changes as two doctors will be leaving: Dr Jake Aitken and Dr Emily Eason, who are pursuing new opportunities. Additionally, Dr Patrick Holla will transition away from general practice to focus on skin cancer work within Ropata. Jake’s final day at Ropata will be January 9, 2026, […]

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Practice Closing Early

Due to illness, the evening acute clinic will be closed today, October 3, 2025. The practice will close at 5:30 PM. If you are feeling unwell and need care, please visit the Lower Hutt After-Hours Centre. Opening hours are 5.30 PM to 10 PM Verve on Connolly, located at 1/2 Connolly Street, Hutt Central Lower […]

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Have You Had Two Doses of the Measles Vaccine?

With recent measles cases confirmed in Northland and Queenstown, it’s a timely reminder about the importance of protecting yourself and your whānau from this highly contagious illness. The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is fully funded in New Zealand for anyone who has not had two doses. If you’re unsure of your vaccination status, it’s […]

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September is Cervical Screening Awareness Month

Free Cervical Screening Clinic To mark the month, a free cervical screening clinic is being held: Thursday 18th September 20257.30am – 6.00pmHutt Hospital (The Breast Centre), Pilmuir Street, Lower Hutt Bookings are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Why cervical screening matters Cervical screening is one of the best ways to protect yourself against cervical cancer. […]

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Audio and Video Recordings

To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, we would like to inform you of our policy regarding audio and video recordings within our practice. We strive to prevent any unwanted or unsolicited recordings made by patients, staff members, contractors, or visitors during visits. Our goal is to protect both patients and staff from […]