Akaroa Health

08/01/2026

Heat Warning – Important Health Advice from Akaroa Health

With high temperatures forecast across Akaroa and the Bays, Akaroa Health is urging everyone to take extra care to prevent heat-related illness. We are already seeing a number of patients with heat and/or dehydration related symptoms.

Please follow this advice:

* Drink water regularly throughout the day. Do not wait until you feel thirsty.
* Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day, particularly between 11am and 4pm.
* Stay in cool, shaded, or air-conditioned environments where possible.
* Wear light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing and a hat when outdoors.
* Eat light meals and increase fluid intake.
* Take cool showers or use a damp cloth on the neck and wrists to help lower body temperature.

People at higher risk include: older adults, young children, pregnant people, those with chronic medical conditions, and anyone working or exercising outdoors.

Seek medical advice if you or someone else develops symptoms such as dizziness, confusion, nausea, headache, excessive fatigue, or fainting.

Please also check on neighbours, family, and friends during this period of extreme heat.

05/01/2026

28/12/2025

This is the reality, and the success story, of rural health. 💚
A true team effort, working together to keep our community and visitors safe.

It’s showing up through holidays, in all weather, and in hard-to-reach places. It’s collaboration, commitment, and care on the ground where it matters most, all focused on driving the best possible patient outcomes.

Huge thanks to Akaroa Volunteer Fire Brigade and St John Banks Peninsula for standing alongside the Akaroa Health team. Rural health works because of partnerships like these. Strong, trusted, and always there when it counts. 🚑🚒

Waitaha Primary Health

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from our family to yours.
Relax, Recharge and sdtay safe these holidays.
Should you need non urgent help we have 24/7 staff on hand via 03 304 7004.
Thank you for your ongoing support!

23/12/2025

We are once again feeling incredibly blessed by our amazing community after a very last-minute man-in-red substitution was needed due to illness. Thanks to their kindness and willingness to step in, the outcome was wonderful and the Christmas joy flowed freely for our residents in their early celebration. Songs were sung, gifts were given and laughs were had - it really doesn't get any better!

23/12/2025

A shout out to our incredible team who make sure the joy of Christmas is spread far and wide, ensuring our residents feel cared for, connected and celebrated. From the thoughtful little details to the big moments that light up a room, you go above and beyond to create warmth, laughter and a true sense of home. Your kindness, patience and generosity of spirit mean everything, especially at this time of year. Thank you for the love you pour into what you do, every single day.

23/12/2025

A reminder that we are only taking on the day bookings over Christmas and New Year. If you are feeling unwell please call 03 304 7004.

16/12/2025

This is your reminder to check your medications and make sure you have enough to get through Christmas and New Year. The lovely Rachel Vogan has spare appointments tomorrow 18 dec and Friday 19 Dec and can help sort this for you. She can also help with general unwellness and management of long-term illness like Diabetes. Book via reception 03 304 7004.

15/12/2025

Our Christmas / New Year Hours
22nd Dec. Open 9am-5pm. On the day bookings only
23rd Dec. Open 9am-5pm. On the day bookings only
24th Dec. Open 9am-5pm.On the day bookings only
25th Dec. CLOSED - PRIME available.
26th Dec. CLOSED - PRIME available.
29th Dec. Open 9am-5pm. On the day bookings only
30th Dec. Open 9am-5pm. On the day bookings only
31st Dec. Open 9am-5pm. On the day bookings only
1st Jan. CLOSED - PRIME Available.
2nd Jan. Open 10am - 2pm. On the day bookings only

Have a wonderful and safe Christmas

12/12/2025

🎂 A sweet shout-out to The Cake Room!

At Akaroa Health, we treasure our small-but-mighty local businesses, and we make a point of supporting them whenever we can. This week our gratitude is for Katey and The Cake Room, who catered our end-of-year event with the kind of talent that turns a table into a celebration.

Every bite felt like it carried a little piece of Banks Peninsula. Thoughtful, generous, and absolutely delicious.

Huge thanks, Katey - you helped us wrap up the year in the most beautiful way. 💛

enquire about catering your next event via hellothecakeroom@gmail.com

10/12/2025

Guest Chef today for our Residents and Meals on Wheels.
Thanks Jason for the last minute cover! The chicken pie and seasoned vegetables were fab!