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What happens to a patient who arrives in person at Dargaville Hospital after 8.30pm and can such a patient be admitted overnight?

Answered Question 32922 (2026)
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Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What happens to a patient who arrives in person at Dargaville Hospital after 8.30pm and can such a patient be admitted overnight?

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Hon Simeon Brown

Member for Pakuranga · National Party · Minister of Health

Answer

I am advised that no admissions or transfers into Dargaville Hospital will occur after 8.30pm. Patients who are acutely unwell and present after that time will be transported to Whangārei Hospital by ambulance or helicopter where clinically appropriate.