Awanui Labs has advised that APEX union members will be taking industrial action on Wednesday 5 February and Friday 7 February 2025. This will affect access to lab testing from 5 to 10 February, as the strike period includes Waitangi Day (6 February) and the weekend.
As a result of the strike action:
For urgent queries, please refer to HealthPathways or visit Awanui Labs’ website for more information.
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