Find an open pharmacy near you in NT
The Healthdirect Service Finder lets you search for the nearest open pharmacy in Northern Territory by suburb or postcode, and is the federal directory of current opening hours.
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About after-hours pharmacy access in Northern Territory
Pharmacy opening hours in NT are set by each pharmacy operator. A small number of Northern Territory pharmacies are open 24 hours a day, while a larger group operate extended hours, typically until 10pm, 11pm, or midnight, including weekends and public holidays.
Hours, addresses, and services vary by pharmacy. The Healthdirect Service Finder is the federal directory and should be checked for current opening hours before travelling.
Need a script first? Telehealth fits between you and the pharmacy
Many people searching for an after-hours pharmacy in NT actually need a script to be issued first. A NewDoc telehealth consult is bulk billed for eligible Medicare patients and any prescription is sent to your phone as an eScript, usually within minutes of the call ending. You can take that eScript to any open pharmacy in Northern Territory, including any of the after-hours options listed above.
- Repeat prescriptions that have run out
- A new script for a urinary tract infection or other common acute issue
- Renewal of contraception, asthma inhaler, blood pressure, or cholesterol medication
- A medical certificate to cover the time off work or school
All NewDoc consultations are conducted by FRACGP-qualified General Practitioners, at no out-of-pocket cost for eligible Medicare patients. See the Northern Territory bulk billed telehealth page for details.
Need a script first? See a GP from home.
Bulk billed telehealth with a FRACGP-qualified GP. Your eScript is sent to your phone, ready for any Australian pharmacy to dispense.
Or call 0481 615 998
Frequently asked questions
How many 24-hour pharmacies are in Northern Territory?
No fully 24-hour pharmacies are currently listed for Northern Territory on this directory. NT residents can use the Healthdirect Service Finder to locate the nearest pharmacy with current opening hours, and a NewDoc telehealth GP can issue an eScript that any open pharmacy can dispense.
Are after-hours pharmacies more expensive in NT?
Pharmacies are private businesses and pricing is set by each operator. After-hours pharmacies are generally not more expensive for PBS-listed prescription medications, where the maximum patient co-payment is set by the federal Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Some over-the-counter or non-PBS items may have different pricing.
Can a NewDoc telehealth eScript be dispensed at any NT pharmacy?
Yes. eScripts are SMS or email tokens containing a QR code. Any pharmacy in Australia, including any after-hours or 24-hour pharmacy in Northern Territory, can scan the token and dispense your medication. There is no need to nominate a specific pharmacy when your GP issues the script.
When should I go to a NT emergency department instead of a pharmacy?
Call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department for anything that could be life-threatening, including chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, severe burns, loss of consciousness, signs of stroke, suspected poisoning, or a serious head injury. Pharmacies and pharmacists are not equipped for emergencies.
Where can I find an up-to-date list of NT pharmacy hours?
Healthdirect Australia runs a national service finder that lists pharmacies and current hours by suburb or postcode for the whole of Australia, including Northern Territory. It is the most comprehensive single-source directory.
Pharmacy listings sourced from operator store locators, state government programs, and the Healthdirect Service Finder. Hours change, always verify before travelling at healthdirect.gov.au. For medical emergencies call 000.