Wellington Anniversary Day is observed on Monday 19 January 2026. The following court locations will be closed (including National Office): Dannevirke, Levin, Marton, Masterton, Hutt Valley, Palmerston North, Porirua, Taihape, Wellington and Whanganui.
Normal operating hours resume on Tuesday 20 January 2026.
We sometimes send text message reminders to people who owe fines.
Some texts include a link to our secure payment page so you can pay online, by credit or debit card. Do not click any links if you're not sure the text is from us.
Find out how you can check texts you receive are genuine. Read more at About fines.