Labour Day Hours 2026

A reminder that several of our laboratories will be closed over the upcoming Labour Day holiday. The following labs will be closed on Monday 26th October: 

  • Auckland 
  • Hamilton*
  • Wellington 
  • Blenheim 
  • Christchurch

*Raw milk lab will operate as normal. 

If you are planning to send time or temperature-sensitive samples, please ensure these are scheduled to arrive either before or after the closure dates to avoid any potential delays. 

Thank you for your understanding and for planning ahead. If you have any questions, please get in touch – our team is happy to help.  


Email: Office@hill-labs.co.nz
Phone: 0508 44 555 22

20 Oct 2026

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