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South Canterbury

Information about hospitals and other health service providers in South Canterbury — including Timaru, Geraldine, and Lake Takapō.

Timaru Hospital

Timaru Hospital provides a range of medical services including surgical, medical, obstetric, and pediatric care, and has 131 inpatient beds. The hospital also offers mental health services, including acute and community-based care.

In addition to its inpatient services, Timaru Hospital also provides outpatient services, such as specialist clinics, diagnostic services, and rehabilitation services.

Photo courtesy of Brian High, 2023

Kensington Centre

The Kensington Centre is across the road from Timaru Hospital. It is a separate unit that provides mental health services. The Kensington Centre has a main entrance at the front and a separate rear entrance for users who are tamariki and rangatahi.

Enrol for health services in South Canterbury

Enrol your whānau with a general practice and for free or subsidised health services in South Canterbury.

Enrol with a general practice or health service (PDF 156KB)