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Local Health Resource — North Shore Auckland

North Shore Auckland Health & Wellness Guide

Your complete resource for health services on Auckland's North Shore — hospitals, ACC, pharmacies, integrated wellness clinics, emergency contacts, and suburb-by-suburb access information. Updated 2026.

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15+ Suburbs covered
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Updated April 2026
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Emergency & Urgent Services

Emergency Contacts — North Shore Auckland

Keep these contacts accessible. If in doubt, call 111.

Emergency & Urgent Contact Numbers

Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance) 111 24/7 — life-threatening emergencies
Healthline NZ 0800 611 116 Free 24/7 nurse advice line
North Shore Hospital ED 09 486 8900 124 Shakespeare Rd, Takapuna
Mental Health Crisis 0800 800 717 Auckland-wide mental health support
Lifeline NZ 0800 543 354 Crisis support 24/7
Poisons Centre 0800 764 766 24/7 poisoning advice
Health Services Directory

Key Health Services on the North Shore

A directory of major public and private health facilities serving the North Shore community.

Public Hospital

North Shore Hospital

  • Address124 Shakespeare Road, Takapuna 0620
  • Phone09 486 8900
  • ED24/7 Emergency Department
  • ServicesEmergency, surgery, specialist outpatient clinics, maternity
Waitemata DHB website
Urgent Care

North Shore Urgent Care

  • NoteMultiple urgent care clinics operate on the North Shore — Albany, Takapuna, and Glenfield
  • ForNon-emergency injuries, cuts, illness not requiring ED
  • ACCMost urgent care clinics are ACC registered
Government

ACC North Shore Service Centre

  • Address2/148 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley 0627
  • Phone0800 101 996
  • NoteFor most chiropractic and physio claims, your provider lodges the claim — no visit needed
ACC official website
Pharmacy

Pharmacies — North Shore

  • AlbanyMultiple pharmacies at Albany Mega Centre and surrounding areas
  • RosedalePharmacies accessible near William Pickering Drive
  • TakapunaMultiple pharmacies in Takapuna town centre
  • NoteMany pharmacies offer after-hours dispensing
Mental Health

Mental Health Services

  • Crisis0800 800 717 — Auckland mental health crisis line
  • Lifeline0800 543 354 — 24/7 crisis support
  • Youthline0800 376 633 — under 25 support
  • ServicesReferred through GP or self-referral to private psychologists
Integrated Wellness — AWC

Auckland Wellness Centre

  • AddressE2/27 William Pickering Drive, Rosedale
  • Phone09 600 1939
  • HoursOpen 7 days incl. weekends from 9am
  • ServicesChiropractic, acupuncture, spinal decompression, massage
  • ACCRegistered — $40 chiropractic, $30 decompression
  • LanguagesEnglish, Korean, Mandarin
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Integrated Wellness Clinic — Rosedale

Auckland Wellness Centre: North Shore's Integrated Clinic

Auckland Wellness Centre (AWC) is a multi-disciplinary health clinic located at Rosedale, serving the North Shore since 2013. The clinic integrates chiropractic, acupuncture, spinal decompression therapy, and massage under one roof — with ACC registration across all primary disciplines. AWC's team includes chiropractors qualified to doctorate level, a TCM-accredited acupuncturist, and multilingual staff serving Auckland's Korean and Chinese communities.

AWC is positioned at the intersection of North Shore's major motorway corridors — 5 minutes from Albany, 7 minutes from Constellation Drive, and easily accessible from Unsworth Heights, Pinehill, Windsor Park, and surrounding suburbs via SH1.

Chiropractic Acupuncture Spinal Decompression Massage Therapy Sports Injury ACC Registered Korean Speaking Mandarin Speaking
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North Shore Area Coverage

Suburb-by-Suburb Health Access Guide

How far are North Shore suburbs from key health services? This guide focuses on proximity to Auckland Wellness Centre in Rosedale and North Shore Hospital in Takapuna.

Under 10 min to AWC
10–20 min to AWC
20+ min to AWC
5 min

Rosedale

AWC is located here. Free parking. Easy access from SH1 Constellation Drive exit.

→ AWC is here
5 min

Albany

Via SH1 or Greville Road. Albany Mega Centre nearby. GP clinics in the area.

→ ~5 min to AWC
7 min

Pinehill

Residential suburb, quick access via William Pickering Drive. Limited local clinics.

→ ~7 min to AWC
7 min

Windsor Park

North Shore residential. AWC is the closest integrated health clinic.

→ ~7 min to AWC
8 min

Unsworth Heights

Via Sunset Road or SH1. AWC is the primary wellness clinic serving this suburb.

→ ~8 min to AWC
8 min

Constellation Drive

Commercial/transport hub. Motorway access. AWC is 2 minutes from the Constellation Drive SH1 exit.

→ ~8 min to AWC
12 min

Glenfield

Via Glenfield Road or SH1. Glenfield Mall area. Pharmacies and GPs in the town centre.

→ ~12 min to AWC
12 min

Browns Bay

East Coast Bays. Local GP clinics and pharmacies. Beachside suburb with growing wellness options.

→ ~12 min to AWC
12 min

Mairangi Bay

East Coast Bays suburb. Limited specialist health services locally — AWC serves this community.

→ ~12 min to AWC
15 min

Birkenhead

Via SH1 or Onewa Road. Local clinics available. North Shore Hospital is 15 min.

→ ~15 min to AWC
15 min

Northcote

Via SH1 or Northcote Road. Local GP options available.

→ ~15 min to AWC
18 min

Takapuna

North Shore's main town centre. North Shore Hospital is located here. Multiple specialist clinics and health services.

→ ~18 min to AWC
18 min

Milford

Beachside suburb. Local clinics in the Milford Village area.

→ ~18 min to AWC
25 min

Devonport

Peninsula suburb. Ferry access to CBD. Limited specialist health locally — North Shore Hospital 20 min.

→ ~25 min to AWC
25 min

Whangaparaoa

Peninsula suburb north of Orewa. GP clinics local but specialist care requires travel into North Shore proper.

→ ~25 min to AWC
Related Local Resources

North Shore Health & Community Links

Key organisations and services relevant to North Shore residents seeking health information and support.

Government

ACC — Accident Compensation Corporation

New Zealand's accident insurance scheme. Funds treatment for injuries from accidents — including chiropractic, physio, and surgery.

📞 0800 101 996 🌐 acc.co.nz 📍 2/148 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley
Public Hospital

Waitemata District Health Board

The DHB responsible for hospital and community health services across the North Shore and Waitakere areas.

📞 09 486 8900 🌐 waitematadhb.govt.nz 📍 North Shore Hospital, Takapuna
Health Line

Healthline New Zealand

Free 24/7 telephone health advice service staffed by registered nurses. For when you are unsure whether to seek medical care.

📞 0800 611 116 🕐 24/7 — free to call
Chiropractic Association

Chiropractic Association of NZ (CANZ)

The professional body for chiropractors in New Zealand. Find ACC-registered chiropractors and verify registrations through CANZ.

🌐 chiropractic.org.nz
Council

Auckland Council — Active Recreation

Auckland Council's parks, recreation, and community health initiatives serving the North Shore — including trails, pools, and community centres.

🌐 aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Mental Health

Mental Health Foundation of NZ

Resources, tools, and support for mental wellbeing in New Zealand. Connects people with local mental health services and crisis support.

🌐 mentalhealth.org.nz 📞 09 623 4810
Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About North Shore Health Services

What hospital serves North Shore Auckland?
North Shore Hospital in Takapuna is the main public hospital serving the North Shore. It provides 24/7 emergency care, specialist clinics, and surgical services. Address: 124 Shakespeare Road, Takapuna. Phone: 09 486 8900.
Where is the ACC office on the North Shore?
ACC's North Shore service centre is at 2/148 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley. Phone: 0800 101 996. For most chiropractic claims, your healthcare provider lodges the claim directly — you don't need to visit the ACC office. Auckland Wellness Centre handles all ACC claim paperwork on your behalf.
What integrated health services are available on the North Shore?
North Shore has a wide range of health services — from North Shore Hospital's specialist services to integrated wellness clinics like Auckland Wellness Centre in Rosedale, which offers chiropractic, acupuncture, spinal decompression, and massage under one roof, all ACC registered.
Is there an ACC-registered chiropractor on the North Shore?
Yes. Auckland Wellness Centre at E2/27 William Pickering Drive, Rosedale is an ACC-registered chiropractic clinic open 7 days. ACC visits are $40. No GP referral is needed — chiropractors are first-contact practitioners.
Where can Korean and Chinese speakers find healthcare on the North Shore?
Auckland Wellness Centre in Rosedale has Korean-speaking chiropractors (Dr. Jun Chung and Dr. Brian) and Mandarin-speaking staff (Elaine Yang and Ada Zhong). The clinic serves Auckland's Korean and Chinese communities and offers multilingual consultations.
Which North Shore suburb is closest to Auckland Wellness Centre?
AWC is located in Rosedale, just 2 minutes from the Constellation Drive SH1 exit. The closest suburbs are Rosedale itself, Albany (5 min), Pinehill (7 min), Windsor Park (7 min), and Unsworth Heights (8 min). Free parking is available on site.

AWC — Integrated Wellness for the North Shore

Chiropractic, acupuncture, spinal decompression, and massage at Rosedale. ACC registered, open 7 days, multilingual team. Book in under 2 minutes.

Book Online — Open 7 Days Call 09 600 1939

E2/27 William Pickering Drive, Rosedale, Auckland 0632  |  ACC Registered  |  English · Korean · Mandarin