National telehealth service clinicians and advisors have just walked off the job for 24 hours , in search of better pay

Whakarongorau Aotearoa, which runs the services, say there will be significant delays, and staff will be prioritised for services for people in immediate danger.

Ten services will be totally unavailable - including the Depression and Gambling helplines, and family violence services.

All text, webchat, email and call-back options will also be offline.