Community pharmacy We are a busy community pharmacy in Waitara, about 15 minutes north of New Plymouth city.
We pride ourselves on providing an outstanding professional medicine service. Some of our extra services include INR warfarin testing, Covid and flu vaccinations, ear piercing and passport photos. We stock a large range of natural health supplements and over-the-counter medicines. Our beauty ranges include Natio, Designer Brands and Thin Lizzy. A gift shop is within the pharmacy and stocks a huge selection of gifts for all occasion - from kiwiana to post overseas, stunning jewellery, handbags and houseware.
19/02/2026
Whenever symptoms strike, It’s Clara-time!
No one covers more allergens*
The Claratyne® family of antihistamine products offers powerful, non-drowsy allergy relief of runny, itchy nose, sneezing, itchy, watery eyes and itchy rash (hives). And relief for your little ones with Children’s Claratyne® for children from 12 months and over.
*Compared to oral antihistamines for allergic rhinitis. Data on file.
Claratyne contains Loratadine 10mg.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Bayer New Zealand Limited, Auckland.
17/02/2026
How can I get water out of my ear after swimming?
While water usually drains naturally, a few tips can help speed things up and prevent swimmer's ear.
13/02/2026
13/02/2026
The winner of our Valentine’s Day giveaway 🧸 is dear Kim! 🧡 Congrats and thank you to everyone for participating in the draw.
Have a wonderful weekend with your loved ones 💖
11/02/2026
Auckland scientists hope to develop melanoma treatments with million-dollar boost
With a $1 million grant, University of Auckland scientists hope to change the lives of hundreds of Kiwis who lose their lives to melanoma cancer each year.
09/02/2026
Learn more about threadworms and how to treat them successfully with Healthify - https://bit.ly/3Zn7ktD
02/02/2026
February is Heart Health Awareness Month. Support the Heart Foundation NZ's annual Big Heart Appeal but holding a Big Heart Day -
Support the Heart Foundation NZs annual Big Heart Appeal by holding a Big Heart Day at your early learning centre. All proceeds go towards funding life-saving heart research.
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Welcome to Waitara Pharmacy! Independently owned by Margaret and Shane Helms since 2010. You’ll find us on the main street of Waitara, about 15 minutes north of New Plymouth city. We pride ourselves on providing an outstanding professional medicine service.
Our staff of 4 full-time pharmacists and dedicated team of dispensary technicians and pharmacy assistants mean that there is always a professional available to help you. We have embraced modern technology with two robotic dispensing machines, to help speed up our service to you. We offer extra services such as blisterpacking of medication and INR warfarin blood testing. Our pharmacists are accredited to sell Sildenafil, Trimethoprim and the Emergency Contraceptive Pill. We can refer you to our local Tui Ora smoking cessation provider, and supply free ni****ne replacement therapy. We work closely with our local medical centre, and you can arrange for your prescription to be sent directly to us. We dont charge any extra fee’s to process your faxed prescription. Ask about our free text reminder service for repeat prescriptions. If you are unable to leave the house, or are too unwell to collect your medicine then just ask us about our free local delivery service.
We stock a large range of natural health supplements and over-the-counter medicines. Our Everyday Prices on selected products offer excellent value on the supplements and medicines we like to recommend. Our beauty ranges include Natio, Maybelline, L'Oreal, Shiseido Moisture Mist and Designer Brands. We also have photo kiosks available to print photos, and take passport photos that can be printed or emailed to you. A gift shop is attached to the pharmacy and stocks a huge selection of gifts for all occasion - from kiwiana to post overseas, stunning hand-made jewellery, handbags and houseware.
Our popular Rewards Card means that when you have spent $150 on retail purchases we give you a $10 Margaret’s Money voucher to spend on anything in store.
