Hauora, Safe Partying & Harm Reduction

At Checkthegarden, your wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re dancing all night or training hard, staying safe and looking after your mental, physical, and spiritual health is key to fully enjoying the vibe.

Safe Partying Tips:

• Stay hydrated
• Test your substances with trusted clinics
• Carry condoms & lube
• Party with people you trust
• Respect boundaries
• Rest, refuel, and know your limits

Our Commitment to Safe Partying

We promote a culture of respect, care, and informed choices to help everyone have a great time while protecting themselves and others. Safe partying means:

• Staying hydrated
• Testing substances through trusted clinics
• Using protection and practising safe sex
• Partying with people you trust
• Respecting personal boundaries
• Listening to your body and knowing your limits

Trusted Harm Reduction Resources in NZ

We work alongside organisations dedicated to keeping our communities safe, providing access to essential services and information:

• KnowYourStuffNZ
  Free, anonymous drug checking and education
  🌐 knowyourstuff.nz
• The Level (NZ Drug Foundation)
  Substance information and support
  🌐 thelevel.org.nz
• Family Planning NZ
  Sexual health clinics and education
  🌐 familyplanning.org.nz
• HELP Auckland
  24/7 sexual harm support line
  📞 0800 623 1700
• 1737
  Free call or text mental health support, anytime
  📱 Text or call 1737