Self Help

In this eight-part web comedy, Nikau (Conan Hayes) struggles with his first heartbreak, throwing everything at the wall to help feel better. With the support of his well-meaning but bumbling parents, and an eclectic group of friends, Nikau tries cross-fit, yoga, pottery and reiki — and has an ill-fated, drug-fuelled encounter with a sensory deprivation tank. The award-winning comedy features a large ensemble cast, while behind the camera a number of actors take on new roles. Grace Palmer (Good Grief) co-created and wrote the scripts with writer Kris Hermansson (Yap Trap), whilst actors Michelle Ang (My Wedding and Other Secrets) and Rawiri Jobe (Shortland Street) directed four episodes each. 

Warning: Episode 4 contains some flashing lights that may affect photosensitive viewers 

I'm about to wake you up, and I know you're not going to like it, but this is the start of your new life —  the life of an athlete. By the way, we need to talk about calorie counting...

– Nikau's fit friend Caleb (Samuel Austin), at the start of episode three

Key Cast & Crew

Conan Hayes

As: Nikau

Rawiri Jobe

Co-Director (Episodes 2, 3, 6 & 8)

Grace Palmer

Creator, Writer

Ella Gilbert

As: Lily

Kris Hermannson

Creator, Writer

Michelle Ang

Associate Producer, Director (Episodes 1, 4, 5 & 7)