Stay supported
There are a range of support services available to students at the University and in the community.
If you need urgent help, you reach out via the services below:
- For mental health crisis support, phone: 0800 800 717
- To talk to a counsellor for free, you can text: 1737
- Shine (a domestic abuse helpline) can be reached on 0508 744 633
- Shakti (support for women, children and youth of Asian, African and Middle Eastern origin who have experienced sexual abuse, domestic violence and discrimination): 0800 742 584
- Women’s Refuge (help for women experiencing family violence): 0800 733 843
- Oranga Tamariki (if you believe a child is in danger): 0508 326 459
For help in other areas:
- If you're worried about your finances contact MoneyTalk or check out LiveSorted.
- If you are unwell, phone your GP or Healthline on 0800 611 116 (or 111 in an emergency)
- Police non-urgent phone line: 105