Illness and injuries rarely wait for a weekday, and taking time off work or school just to see a doctor is not always possible. Harpley Doctors is a GP in Werribee open on weekends as well as into the evening on weekdays, so care fits around the rest of your week. This post sets out exactly when the clinic is open, what a weekend or evening visit is suited to, and who to call when the clinic is closed. If you are deciding where to take a sick child on a Saturday, start here.
Key Takeaways
- Harpley Doctors is open Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm and Saturday and Sunday 9 am to 5 pm.
- On public holidays the clinic is open 10 am to 3 pm.
- All consultations are bulk billed, on weekends too.
- When the clinic is closed, call 13 SICK (13 7425) for an after-hours doctor.
- For a serious injury or illness, call 000 at any time.
Opening hours at a glance
The clinic at T20, 1 Hindson Street, Werribee, in the Harpley Town Centre, keeps the same hours every week:
- Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 9 am to 5 pm
- Public holidays: 10 am to 3 pm
That means a doctor is available seven days a week, with weekday evening sessions until 8 pm for anyone who works or studies during the day. The pathology collection centre run by Australian Clinical Labs on site keeps shorter hours: Monday to Friday 8 am to 12 pm and Saturday 9 am to 1 pm, closed on Sunday. If your GP orders a blood test on a Sunday, you can have it collected on a weekday morning or Saturday.
Why a GP in Werribee open on weekends matters
Healthdirect’s checklist for choosing a practice asks a simple question: does the practice have opening hours that suit you? Healthdirect’s guide to the role of a GP also points out that GPs get to know you and your family over time. Weekend and evening hours make that easier, because you can keep seeing your own GP for follow-ups instead of whoever happens to be free.
A weekend visit is just a regular GP appointment held on a Saturday or Sunday. Common reasons people come in include:
- sudden illnesses such as a sore throat, earache or a cough that is getting worse
- a child who is unwell; our post on fever in kids explains which signs need a doctor
- sprains and strains from weekend sport, which our GPs manage as part of sports medicine
- medical certificates for work or study
- check-ups and reviews of an ongoing condition that are hard to fit into a working week
Need a doctor this weekend? Call Harpley Doctors to book a time, or walk in between 9 am and 5 pm on Saturday or Sunday.
Booking and walk-ins
The clinic is appointment based, so booking ahead is the most reliable way to be seen at a time that suits you. You can book online through HealthEngine or call (03) 8731 1330. Walk-ins are welcome and are always accommodated, on weekends as well as weekdays.
A standard consultation runs for up to 15 minutes. If you have more than one thing to discuss, write down your reasons for the visit and any questions before you come, as the Royal Children’s Hospital recommends, so the most important concern is covered first.
Phone consultations are available for problems that do not need an examination. They are not held at a set time; the doctor calls you back on the day. To stay eligible, you need at least one face-to-face consultation a year. First time at the clinic? New patients are seen on weekends too: fill in the registration form online or arrive five minutes early, and bring photo ID and your valid Medicare card. Our post on doctors accepting new patients explains how to join.
What weekend and evening visits cost
All consultations are bulk billed, whether you come on a Tuesday evening or a Sunday afternoon, so there is no out-of-pocket cost. See the Patient Info and Fees page for fees and practice policies.
For clinic patients who are too unwell to come in, home visits are available.
When the clinic is closed
Outside opening hours you still have options:
- After-hours doctor: call 13 SICK (13 7425).
- Health advice by phone: the healthdirect helpline on 1800 022 222 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Mental health crisis: call Lifeline on 13 11 14, available 24 hours a day.
Weekend hours do not replace emergency care. If you have a serious injury or illness, call 000 and ask for an ambulance or go to your nearest hospital emergency department. Our post on GP or emergency care explains how to tell the difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harpley Doctors open on Saturday and Sunday?
Yes. The clinic is open from 9 am to 5 pm on both Saturday and Sunday, and from 8 am to 8 pm Monday to Friday.
Are weekend appointments bulk billed?
Yes. All consultations and procedures are bulk billed on any day the clinic is open.
Is the clinic open on public holidays?
Yes, from 10 am to 3 pm. Outside those hours, call 13 SICK (13 7425) for an after-hours doctor.
Can I walk in on a weekend without an appointment?
Yes. Walk-ins are always welcomed and accommodated. Booking ahead online or by phone lets you choose a time that suits you.
Open seven days in the Harpley Town Centre, Werribee. Call Harpley Doctors to book a weekday evening or weekend appointment.