Join our welcoming, judgement-free groups to kōrero, connect and learn about harm reduction, relapse prevention, and wellbeing around alcohol and other drugs.
- Free to join from anywhere via Zoom.
- Join any week - no registration needed.
- It's your choice to take part or just be there. You are welcome to stay anonymous.
How to attend: Click the links below to join the Zoom meetings at the scheduled time.
For video instructions on how to join the Zoom meetings, click here.
Walking with Ngā Atua
Mondays 1.00pm - 2.00pm
Next six-week series dates in early 2027.
This is a supportive online space for people navigating addiction challenges, guided by the depth of te ao Māori. Through pū rākau and the qualities of our atua - their resilience, balance, courage compassion, and connection - we explore new ways of understanding ourselves and our healing journeys. It's a place to reflect, realign, and walk forward with the strength of story, culture, and community beside you.
Everyone is welcome - join any week of the six-week series.
Dates: Runs for six weeks
Facilitated by Malcolm Mckenna.
Gentle Fridays - Te Ara Wāhine
Fridays 10.00am - 11.00am
Next six-week series start Friday 17 July 2026.
A gentle, supportive space for people who identify as women wanting to reduce harm associated with alcohol and other drug use. Through connection, shared kōrero, and practical education, we build trust, strengthen wellbeing, and empower women to make informed choices at their own pace, without judgment.
All wāhine/women welcome - join any week of the six-week series.
Dates: Runs for six weeks - 17 July, 24 July, 31 July, 7 August, 14 August, 21 August.
Facilitated by Claire Flavell.
Group Resources/Links
The Friday Connect
Every Friday 12.00pm - 1.00pm
Join our informal weekly group where we connect, share experiences, and discuss strategies for staying safe around alcohol and other drugs. Take part in the chat or just be there - everyone is welcome.
Facilitated by Sharon Bennett.
Kōrero Whakaora (Recovery Talk)
Saturdays 11:00am - 12:00pm
Next six week series starts Saturday 5 September 2026.
A supportive online space for anyone exploring their relationship with alcohol or other drugs in a shame-free environment. Together we look at what's happening in our lives, learn about addiction compassionately, and share practical strategies to reduce harm and strengthen wellbeing. Through kōrero and connection, we explore identity, cravings, and embracing change as we choose the life we want to move toward. This is a place to be heard and to start at your own pace with others who understand.
Dates: Runs for six weeks - 5 September, 12 September, 19 September, 26 September, 3 October, 10 October.
Facilitated by Dave Millar | MHAPS/Comcare.
Wednesdays 1.00pm - 2.00pm This is an opportunity for the developing and existing addictions consumer, peer support and lived experience (CPSLE) workforce to connect and to share the challenges and learnings that we come across in our work and will offer opportunities for personal and professional growth. Together we can develop our knowledge and skills through shared understanding and collective identity. Join us for CHIME: Connection, Hope, Identity, Meaning and Empowerment. Facilitated by Addiction Consumer Leadership Group
Addiction Workforce Sharing Space 
Please note:
- This is not a clinical or peer-support service.
- Groups do not run on public holidays.
See our Talk Time Online page for more online groups here.