From September 2025, the contact number for GP Access After Hours will change from 1300 130 147 to a new local number: 02 4926 0500

The new number is already active and ready to use.

To support a smooth transition, calls to the 1300 number will be diverted to the new number for a short time, with a recorded message informing callers of the change. After September, the 1300 number will be deactivated.

What’s changing — and what’s not

Only the phone number is changing. The GP Access After Hours service itself remains exactly the same. We will continue to provide:

  • Free, high-quality after-hours medical care
  • Support from local GPs and nurses
  • Services across five locations in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter region.

Whether it's a weeknight, weekend or public holiday, GP Access After Hours is here when your regular GP is closed.

How you can help

If you’re a health provider, community organisation or service partner, we’d appreciate your help in:

  • Updating any listings of the old 1300 number (directories, websites, phone menus)
  • Sharing the new number with your team, patients and networks
  • Displaying updated posters and flyers (which we will provide).

For more details about the service and operating hours, click here.

Thank you for your continued support in helping our community access timely, trusted after-hours care.