Kia ora koutou Earlier today there was a serious incident involving a car and pedestrians on Symonds Street outside the Engineering Building and Hiwa Recreation Centre. The University is working closely with Auckland emergency services. Symonds Street is closed between Wellesley Street and Grafton Road. Please follow police instructions in the area. We know that incidents like this can be upsetting, especially for those who were witnesses, and want to make sure all staff feel supported. A reminder that Te Papa Manaaki | Campus Care<https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/student-support/personal-support/te-papa-manaaki-campus-care.html> and the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)<https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/about-us/about-the-university/policy-hub/people-culture/employer-employee-responsibilities/employee-assistance-programme-eap-guidelines.html> are there to provide confidential, professional services to support and guide you. Or you can get external support from these organisations:
- Mental Health Crisis Line: 0800 373 7550
- Need to Talk https://1737.org.nz/: Call or text 1737 or 0800 1737 1737
- Lifeline: 0800 543 354 Free text 4357 (HELP)
- Youthline: 0800 376 633 Free text 234
We will continue to keep our community updated as we know more information. Noho oro mai | Stay well Waipapa Taumata Rau, The University of Auckland