NZ Couriers – Central Otago

NZ Couriers has advised us that due to staff shortages their Central Otago region is under a lot of pressure. Our parcels are generally regarded as ‘medical’ and are treated with priority, however, please be aware of potential delays if you are in this area. Courier Post is another option available for sending samples to […]

Courier networks under immense pressure

With Omicron having an increasing impact around the country, including increased numbers of people now self isolating, courier services are being severely impacted. What does this mean for you? > Delivery times for your samples to get our laboratories could be longer, so testing and receipt of results will consequently be delayed. > Delivery time […]

Hamilton couriers under pressure

We have been advised by NZ Couriers that their Hamilton branch is currently operating under high pressure. There is a possibility they will be forced to move to critical as they don’t have the resources to cover further absenteeism.The following rules will apply under critical:Collections > Last collection times will be brought forward. > Volume and regional […]

Necropsy in Alert Level 3 & 4

No post-mortem examinations are available until our laboratories are in Level 2, unless you have discussed the case with one of our pathologists prior. Our pathologists are working from home (as much as possible per lock-down regulations), so please give us a call before sending in cadavers. Thank you for your consideration, and stay safe.

FREE one-day virtual event!

Following our recent, well supported, weekly series of on-line web events presented in conjunction with Lincoln Institute we are excited to invite you to a day of leadership training designed to specifically support you through this post-COVID recovery time. This event is specifically for Practice Owners, Managers and team leaders – lead vets, head nurses, […]