Support Services

  • Lifeline

    We’re committed to providing a safe, effective and confidential service to support the emotional and mental well-being of our callers and communities.

    Our free helpline and text services provide 24/7, confidential support from highly trained staff and volunteers.

    Lifeline

    0800 543 354

  • Alcohol & Drug Helpline

    Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to speak to a trained counsellor. All calls are free and confidential.

    Alcohol and Drug Helpline

    0800 787 797

  • Citizens Advice Bureau (C.A.B.)

    We help people to know and understand their rights.

    • Consumer

    • Employment and Business

    • Family and Personal

    • Government and Law

    • Health and Wellbeing

    • Housing, Land and Environment

    • Money

    • Travel and Transport

      CAB

      0800 367 222

  • Gambling Helpline

    Gambling Helpline is a 24 hour, freephone helpline for those worried about gambling or the gambling of others.

    Gambling Helpline

    Call us FREE, day or night, on 0800 654 655 or text us on 8006

  • Samaritans Aotearoa NZ

    Confidential, non‑judgemental & non‑religious support if you are experiencing loneliness, depression, despair, distress or suicidal feelings.

    Samaritans operates a 24/7 crisis help line. Our phones are operated by volunteers from the community for the community.

    Samaritans

    0800 72 66 66

  • Share it.

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.