Help and support
There’s absolutely no shame in asking for help. In fact, it shows strength and determination to take control.
Face to face
Kānohi ki te kānohi/face to face gambling support is available for those who find it helpful to talk about gambling with someone outside their situation. Learn more about what to expect.
It can often be a huge relief to chat to someone who’s outside of your situation, and doing it face to face is a great way to get more personal support.
Services near you
Free and confidential support is available throughout the country. View the list or use our interactive map to find your local gambling support service.
Wherever you are in the country, free and confidential support for your gambling is never far away. Getting some help is just a text, phone call, or Zoom away...
Face to face
Kānohi ki te kānohi/face to face gambling support is available for those who find it helpful to talk about gambling with someone outside their situation. Learn more about what to expect.
It can often be a huge relief to chat to someone who’s outside of your situation, and doing it face to face is a great way to get more personal support.
Services near you
Free and confidential support is available throughout the country. View the list or use our interactive map to find your local gambling support service.
Wherever you are in the country, free and confidential support for your gambling is never far away. Getting some help is just a text, phone call, or Zoom away...
How much is too much to spend on gambling?
The amount you can safely spend on gambling comes down to your circumstances and what amount you’re able to lose, without it affecting your ability to pay for other things. For some people, even a few dollars may mean they (or others) have to go without weekly essentials. Ask yourself – is your gambling just for fun?
PMGH Sector Support
Te Hiringa Hauora is proud to announce the new brand, Safer Gambling Aotearoa. Read on to see how you can help support this important kaupapa.
July 2022 marked the launch of the new Minimising Gambling Harm (MGH) campaign, Nan’s Song, a Māori and Pasifika lead approach to protect our communities from gambling harm. Working alongside our audience and MGH providers over the last year, together we’ve been on the journey of developing and refining this campaign.
Read on to see how you can help support this important kaupapa.
How much is too much to spend on gambling?
The amount you can safely spend on gambling comes down to your circumstances and what amount you’re able to lose, without it affecting your ability to pay for other things. For some people, even a few dollars may mean they (or others) have to go without weekly essentials. Ask yourself – is your gambling just for fun?
PMGH Sector Support
Te Hiringa Hauora is proud to announce the new brand, Safer Gambling Aotearoa. Read on to see how you can help support this important kaupapa.
July 2022 marked the launch of the new Minimising Gambling Harm (MGH) campaign, Nan’s Song, a Māori and Pasifika lead approach to protect our communities from gambling harm. Working alongside our audience and MGH providers over the last year, together we’ve been on the journey of developing and refining this campaign.
Read on to see how you can help support this important kaupapa.