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1737 Need to talk? (New Zealand)

Free call or text to 1737 to reach a trained counsellor in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Whakarongorau Aotearoa3 min read

1737 is the New Zealand free national helpline run by Whakarongorau Aotearoa on behalf of the Ministry of Health. Trained counsellors are available 24/7 by call or text, and the website lists culturally specific services for Māori, Pacific, and rainbow communities.

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