Helplines & support

Safe To Talk – 0800 044 334 or text 4334
Sexual harm helpline. 24/7

24/7 HELPline – 0800 623 1700 or txt 8236
Support for sexual abuse survivors. 24/7

Alcohol and Drug Helpline – 0800 787 797 or online chat.
For people dealing with alcohol or other drug problems. Māori, Pasifika and youth lines available. 24/7

Gambling Helpline – 0800 654 655
For help if you are gambling or are concerned about someone else’s gambling. Māori, Pasifika and youth lines available. 24/7

Quit Line – 0800 778 778
Smoking cessation help, 24/7

Netsafe – 0508 638 723
Support for online safety, including harassment or bullying, scams and fraud, and harmful digital content, weekdays 8am – 8pm, weekends and public holidays 9am – 5pm

Just a thought – Free online therapy courses and resources to support with anxiety, depression, stress, sleep and other mental health challenges.

The Lowdown – A space for rangatahi / young people to find support for your hauora, identity, culture and mental health

Aunty Dee – A free tool for anyone who needs help working through problems.