Richie Hardcore is a board member at White Ribbon New Zealand, Ministry of Social Development 'It's Not Ok’ Champion , and a co-facilitator at Shine,  working to end men's violence against women.  

He is an educator and public speaker,  and has spoken both for Creative Mornings and Ted-X.  His key focus is on exploring masculinity and ending rape culture, sexual and family violence. 

He also speaks passionately about mental health and wellness, and as a former alcohol and drug harm reduction community worker, on how we can address AOD issues in our society. 

He was a radio host for 15 years, conducting interviews with politicians, personalities and musicians alike, as well as DJing music, as well as being a rotating host of NewsTalk ZB's national mental health talk back radio show ‘The Nutters Club', and today is a regular feature on shows such as TVNZ breakfast as a social commentator.  

He is a retired former Muay Thai Champion, having fought nationally and internationally, with 5 new Zealand titles, a New Zealand Four man Title and a South Pacific title collected over his Thaiboxing career. With over 25 years in martial arts, Richie is now a trainer, having helped some of New Zealand's most accomplished fighters achieve their goals.

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WHERE TO GET HELP:

1737, Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor

Lifeline – 0800 543 354 or (09) 5222 999 within Auckland

Youthline – 0800 376 633, free text 234 or email [email protected] or online chat

Samaritans – 0800 726 666

Suicide Crisis Helpline – 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)

What's Up – 0800 942 8787 (for 5–18 year olds). Phone counselling is available Monday to Friday, midday–11pm and weekends, 3pm–11pm. Online chat is available 7pm–10pm daily.

Kidsline – 0800 54 37 54 (0800 kidsline) for young people up to 18 years of age. Open 24/7.

thelowdown.co.nz – or email [email protected] or free text 5626

Anxiety New Zealand - 0800 ANXIETY (0800 269 4389)

Supporting Families in Mental Illness - 0800 732 825