News

Matariki opening hours

Most of our collection centres will be closed on Friday 10 July for the Matariki public holiday. Opening hours for centres operating can be found here.

School holiday hours

As we approach the upcoming school holiday period, we would like to inform you of some adjustments to our collection services across Auckland from 4 to 19 July. We anticipate reduced patient demand and therefore have chosen a small number of collection centres that will not operate during this time. This will affect the following […]

The Scope: May 2026

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Updated HbA1c Diagnostic Thresholds

The Diabetes National Clinical Network has issued updated HbA1c diagnostic thresholds to align HbA1c reporting in New Zealand with international best practice guidelines (WHO, ADA). These changes aim to support earlier detection and intervention, reduce inequities, and improve patient outcomes, particularly in younger patients and high-risk population groups. Awanui Labs will implement these changes on […]

King’s birthday weekend

Please find attached a list of collection centres open on the King’s birthday, Monday 1 June. All other collection centres will be closed for the public holiday.

Discontinuation of Rabies IgG Serology

For the past decade, Awanui has offered commercial Rabies IgG serology testing for travellers and workers to that required confirmation of the immune status. As you will have noticed, the Rabies IgG serology test has undergone some changes in the last few years. With dwindling numbers, the cost per test to cover the overheads of […]

ANZAC day closures

Most of our collection centres will be closed on ANZAC day (Monday April 27), but a list of those open can be found here. Note: Collection centres normally open on Saturday will be open on Saturday April 25.

Easter weekend opening hours

Most of our collection centres are closed on the Easter public holidays but a list of open centres can be found here.

MyTests has completed the transition to BODYiQ

MyTests has transitioned to BODYiQ, Awanui Labs’ dedicated self-requested health testing platform, bringing all self-requested testing services together under one trusted brand. Customers can continue to access more than 80 tests to support their proactive health journey. All testing continues to be processed by Awanui Labs, backed by high clinical standards and a network of more […]

Sexual Health 101 is now available on BODYiQ

Sexual Health 101, a confidential service for New Zealanders wanting to access sexual health testing services, is now available through BODYiQ. BODYiQ delivers a streamlined digital and user-friendly experience for self-requested testing. Sexual Health 101 now has a fresh new look, and customers can continue to order the same trusted and confidential STI Test Kit […]