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.
You can pay a fine over the phone using your credit or debit card.
Call 0800 4 FINES (0800 434 637, free from NZ mobile or landline)
From overseas: +64 4 915 8586
From Australia: 1800 144 239 (toll free)
We accept Visa, Visa Debit, MasterCard, and Prezzy Card.
Our hours are 8.00am - 7.00pm, Monday - Friday
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