Awanui Veterinary
New Zealand’s leading provider of veterinary diagnostic testing and pathology services. Our four laboratories are all IANZ-accredited and are situated in major centres in the North and South Islands.
Local labs, supporting local vets, nationwide.
We are committed to providing innovative laboratory services and delivering service excellence to animal health professionals, and in doing so supporting the health and well-being of animals throughout the country.
Now Partnering with Antech
Expanding in-clinic diagnostics for New Zealand veterinary practices with globally proven, locally supported point-of-care testing.
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NewsAutumn is here, and it’s time to check trace elements!For production animal veterinarians, autumn is the time to remind farmers about the importance of trace element testing leading up to winter. Tissue and serum sampling in the autumn or at drying off, provides an opportunity to ensure trace elements and magnesium concentrations are appropriate heading into winter, and to assess any effects of sporidesmin […]Read More
News2026 Pricing update: effective 16 MarchTo continue investing in diagnostic capability, clinical expertise and service reliability for veterinary practices across the motu, we periodically review our pricing. As part of this review, updated pricing will take effect from 16 March 2026. This change reflects our ongoing investment in services and capabilities that support your practice, alongside rising costs across the […]Read More
NewsWaitangi dayAll of our laboratories will be closed on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 February, for the Waitangi day public holiday / weekend. > Please avoid sending samples via overnight courier on Thursday 5 February as they won’t be delivered until Monday and will likely be unsuitable for testing on receipt. Normal business hours resume on […]Read More
NewsAntech point-of-care diagnostics – exclusive distributorAwanui Veterinary is proud to announce a new partnership with Antech, becoming the exclusive distributor of Antech’s point-of-care (POC) diagnostic testing solutions in New Zealand. This collaboration brings together two organisations united by a shared commitment to diagnostic excellence and animal-first healthcare. By combining Antech’s globally established diagnostic technology with Awanui Veterinary’s nationwide reach, deep local knowledge, and New Zealand-based pathology support, giving […]Read More
