Further information on other websites
A range of other organisations and websites offer important information for everybody. There are also specific websites targeting young people and women.
Sites for Young People
The Word
A youth-focussed website designed for – and by – New Zealand teenagers, with information and resources about sexuality and relationships.
Urge
Information by youth by youth on health and wellbeing. Young people can chat on the forums, find services and events in their area.
Youthline
Youth helpline, counselling, support and youth development services. Call 0800 376633 or free text 234 for support.
Trippin
A Taranaki-based website offering information about problems young people may deal with such as depression, worries, fears, alcohol, drugs, stress, sex and ways to look after theirselves.
Rainbow Youth
An Auckland-based organisation provides support and information for queer young people and their families.
Sites for Women
Natural Fertility NZ
Education on fertility awareness and natural fertility management from prevention to conception.
National Screening Unit
Provides information about the five health screening programmes, for women and babies, in New Zealand.
Sites for Everyone
Alcohol Advisory Council New Zealand (ALAC)
Information about how drinking alcohol affects you, how you can be safe and the law around alcohol.
New Zealand Aids Foundation
Provides free counselling and support, HIV tests, prevention and research.
Everybody
Health information website for New Zealanders featuring medical and health promotion articles and factsheets.
Health & Disability Commissioner
Information about your rights when receiving a health or disability service.
HealthEd
A catalogue of free health resources from the Ministry of Health Manatū Hauora to help you to make informed decisions.
Auckland Sexual Health Service
A specialist service offering free and confidential sexual health care in Auckland.
Kiwi Families
Free information about raising children in New Zealand, providing expert parenting information, advice, help and support.
Mental Health Foundation
Free information, training and advocacy for policies and services to support people and their families/whanau and friends with a mental illness.