Test centres

Glenfield / Northcote Test Centre — VTNZ

44b Northcote Road (Takapuna Rugby Club), Northcote 0627

VTNZ

Centre has relocated

This centre relocated from 120 Sunnybrae Road, Glenfield. Access the car park via Akoranga Road.

About this test area

The Glenfield/Northcote test area covers busy suburban roads, school zones, and motorway access. The centre relocated from Sunnybrae Road to 44b Northcote Road — allow extra time to find the Akoranga Road entrance.

Opening hours

Practical tests

  • Monday–Friday: 8:00am–4:00pm
  • Saturday: By enquiry

Theory tests

  • Monday–Friday: 8:00am–4:00pm
  • Saturday: 9:00am–3:00pm
  • Sunday: 9:30am–2:00pm

Speed zones you'll encounter

30 km/h40 km/h (school zones)50 km/h100 km/h

Roads covered in this test area

Examiners select routes from this area. Lessons with Shore Drive cover these roads specifically in the lead-up to your test.

Sunnybrae Road and Archers Road
Glenfield Road
Coronation Road
Wairau Road
Tristram Avenue
Northcote Road
Esmonde Road
Barry's Point Road
Northern Motorway on/off-ramps

What to watch out for

Multiple STOP signs on and off Coronation Road — must come to a complete stop

School zones on Coronation Road with 40 km/h restrictions during peak hours

Parked school buses — know the 20 km/h passing rule

Merging onto and off the Northern Motorway

Busy pedestrian activity near Glenfield Mall

Before you arrive

Arrive at least 15 minutes early
Bring your current learner or restricted licence card — no digital copies
Ensure your vehicle has a current Warrant of Fitness and registration
Check all lights and indicators are working
Your support person sits in the back seat and must not speak during the test

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