BreastScreen Aotearoa Locations

BreastScreen Aotearoa offers free mammograms every two years for women aged 45–74 (age limit increased in October 2025). It aims to detect breast cancer early, improving treatment outcomes. Services are provided through fixed clinics and mobile units across New Zealand. To book, call 0800 270 200, text MAMM to 4040, or visit timetoscreen.nz. Screenings take 20–30 minutes and are performed by female staff. If you notice symptoms like lumps or pain, contact your GP instead.

BreastScreen Aotearoa Quick Reference Guide: Eligibility, Locations & Contact Information

North Island Locations

The North Island is supported by five regional providers, offering a mix of fixed clinics and mobile units for breast screening services.

Auckland Region

Auckland has three main providers, each servicing different areas:

BreastScreen Waitematā Northland: Clinics are located at 2 Lake Pupuke Drive, Takapuna and Shop 62, NorthWest Shopping Centre, Maki Street, Westgate.
BreastScreen Auckland Central: Operates from the Greenlane clinic at Level 1, 308 Great South Road, offering free parking. Opening hours are 7:15 AM–6:00 PM on Mondays, 7:15 AM–4:00 PM Tuesday to Friday, and 8:15 AM–12:30 PM on Saturdays.
BreastScreen Counties Manukau: Based at Manukau Superclinic, 901 Great South Road, Manurewa.

To enrol, call 0800 270 200 and select your Auckland sub-region. For Auckland Central, you can also text "MAMM" to 4040 or email BSAC_Enrolments@waitematadhb.govt.nz. Enrolments for Waitematā and Counties Manukau can be arranged via enrolments@bswn.govt.nz or bscm@middlemore.co.nz, respectively.

Northland

Northland relies on mobile units to provide screening services across the region. These units visit communities such as Kaitaia, Kerikeri, Dargaville, Paihia, Kawakawa, and Kaikohe.

The Kaitaia unit at Te Hiku, 49 Reden Road will operate on the following dates in 2026: 9 March–2 April, 22 June–17 July, and 23 November–11 December.
In Kerikeri, screenings at 361 Kerikeri Road are scheduled for 4 May–29 May and 5 October–13 November.

For the latest mobile schedule or to book an appointment, call 0800 270 200 or email enrolments@bswn.govt.nz.

Wellington and Lower North Island

Further south, breast screening services are provided through a combination of fixed clinics and mobile units.

BreastScreen Central serves Wellington, Hutt Valley, Wairarapa, and Kapiti Coast.
BreastScreen Coast to Coast covers areas including Manawatū, Horowhenua, Whanganui, Taranaki, Hawke’s Bay, and Gisborne.

Fixed clinic locations include:

Pacific Radiology Lambton Quay: Level 1, 142 Lambton Quay, Wellington.
The Breast Centre at Hutt Hospital: Pilmuir Street, Lower Hutt.
Kenepuru Hospital Radiology: 16 Hospital Drive, Porirua.

Regional clinics also operate in Masterton, Palmerston North, Whanganui, New Plymouth, Hastings, Napier, and Gisborne.

Mobile units will visit various community locations throughout 2026. For example:

Kilbirnie Countdown: 2 March–26 June.
Te Whaea National Dance & Drama Centre in Newtown: 29 June–28 August.

For more information or to book, contact BreastScreen Central at Breast_Screen.Central@huttvalleydhb.govt.nz or BreastScreen Coast to Coast at breastscreen@midcentraldhb.govt.nz.

South Island Locations

The South Island, like its northern counterpart, provides extensive access to BreastScreen Aotearoa through a combination of fixed clinics and mobile units.

ScreenSouth Services

ScreenSouth Ltd, a non-profit organisation, manages BreastScreen Aotearoa services across the South Island under BreastScreen South and BreastScreen Otago Southland. With 11 fixed clinics located in key centres – from Nelson to Invercargill – and mobile units serving rural areas, their reach is extensive.

The fixed clinics can be found in Christchurch (including Canterbury Breastcare, Pacific Radiology Wigram, and Pacific Radiology Northwood), Nelson, Blenheim, Timaru, Greymouth, Dunedin, Invercargill (two locations), and Queenstown. This network ensures that residents across the South Island have access to screening services. To book an appointment or learn more, you can call 0800 270 200 or email admin@screensouth.nz. Mobile units further extend these services to communities in harder-to-reach areas.

Mobile Unit Schedules

Mobile units offer free mammograms to residents in rural and smaller towns. In 2026, the mobile units are scheduled to visit:

Westport: 24 March–1 May (West Coast Health carpark)
Clyde: 5 March–3 June (Dunstan Hospital)
Takaka: 18 May–10 June (Golden Bay Medical Centre)
Balclutha: 5 June–9 July (St John Carpark)
Ashburton Hospital: 8 July–5 November
Gore Multisports Complex: 31 August–6 October
Oamaru North End Medical Centre: 19 October–17 December

Urban areas also benefit from mobile services, including Christchurch, with units visiting Ngā Hau E Wha Marae from 1–7 July and Eastgate Mall in Linwood from 6 November–3 December. Smaller communities like Kaikoura, Culverden, Lumsden, and Te Anau are also visited throughout the year.

Schedules may change, so it’s best to confirm dates and book appointments by calling 0800 270 200.

How to Enrol and Access Services

Enrolment Options

Joining BreastScreen Aotearoa is straightforward, with several convenient options available. You can call the national freephone number 0800 270 200 to enrol and book your appointment in one easy step. Another quick option is texting MAMM to 4040, or you can reach out to your GP for assistance.

Since June 2025, the Te Puna online system has made enrolment even easier. This platform automatically identifies eligible women and sends a secure, personalised link via email, text, or letter. The programme now uses an opt-out system, ensuring all eligible women are invited to participate. Accessing Te Puna through your personalised link is free, with no mobile data charges.

Prefer email? You can contact your regional provider directly:

South Island: admin@screensouth.nz
Northland and West Auckland: enrolments@bswn.govt.nz
Auckland Central: BSAC_enrolments@waitematadhb.govt.nz

When enrolling, let the staff know if you are pregnant, have breast implants, use medical devices like a pacemaker or insulin pump, are on Hormone Replacement Therapy, or have mobility needs. This helps ensure you receive the right care.

Once you’re enrolled, you can begin accessing the programme’s free screening services.

Free Services and Accessibility

BreastScreen Aotearoa provides free mammograms for eligible women aged 45 to 74. There’s no cost for the screening, and many clinics offer free on-site parking for added convenience. You’ll receive your results within three weeks, sent directly to you and your doctor.

For your appointment, wear a two-piece outfit to make it easier to remove your top. Avoid using deodorant, antiperspirant, lotion, body powder, or perfume on your breasts or underarms, as these can interfere with the imaging by appearing as white spots. You’re welcome to bring a support person or whānau member for added comfort, though they usually won’t be able to enter the scan room.

Conclusion

BreastScreen Aotearoa plays an essential role in improving women’s health by reducing breast cancer deaths by 30% through early detection. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer affecting women in New Zealand, and identifying it early significantly improves treatment outcomes.

The programme offers a wide-reaching network of fixed clinics and mobile services, ensuring women across New Zealand – whether in urban centres or rural areas – have access to consistent, high-quality screening. This accessibility means that every eligible woman can take advantage of the service, no matter where she lives.

If you’re a woman aged 45 to 74 and haven’t yet enrolled, now is the time to do so. You can call 0800 270 200, text MAMM to 4040, or visit your GP. The screening process is quick, taking only 20–30 minutes.

Spread the word to the women in your life about the importance of enrolling for their breast screening. Early detection can save lives, and encouraging someone to take this step could make all the difference.

For more information about radiology services in New Zealand, visit Radiology Clinics NZ to locate clinics and services near you.

FAQs

What if I’m outside the 45–74 age range?

If you’re not within the 45–69 age bracket, you might not qualify for free breast screening through BreastScreen Aotearoa. However, from late 2024, women aged 70–74 will also be eligible for this service. For those outside these age groups, you’ll need to organise screening through private radiology clinics, which will come with a cost.

Can I still get screened if I have breast implants or a pacemaker?

Yes, you can still have a mammogram if you have breast implants or a pacemaker. It’s important to let the radiographer know about your pacemaker beforehand. This allows them to position you properly during the procedure, ensuring both your safety and the accuracy of the screening.

How do I find when the mobile unit will be in my town?

To find out when the mobile unit will be in your town, you can check the schedule on the BreastScreen Aotearoa website or give them a call at 0800 270 200. For mobile clinics operated by providers like Pacific Radiology, you might need to contact their offices directly to get details about specific locations and dates.