Q:        Does Zeal serve alcohol?

A:        No. Zeal is a 100% drug and alcohol free youth venue.

Q         Is ZEAL a safe venue?

A         We take the safety of the people who come to ZEAL seriously. At all events we have an excellent security team. It is a Drug/Alcohol Free venue, and each person is checked at the door.

We monitor the inside/and directly outside the venue. If people chose to wander further than this, it is their decision, and we cannot ensure their safety. We advise parents to inform their young people of this risk.

After the event we are on-site for approx 1 hour, to ensure all people have been picked up safely.

We have a very strong relationship with the local police also. If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us, or come down and check the venue out.

Q:        What age do you have to be to go to Zeal?

A:        ZEAL works with the governments youth age of 13 – 24yrs. Our after school café time is 13 – 20yrs. We have well trained youth workers and security at events to monitor and refuse entry to older people. Parents/families and caregivers are welcome to come and watch their young people at events. If you are older than our age range don't be offended if we ask why you're here, we want to keep Zeal a safe place.

Q:        Does it Cost?

A:        Our café time is free, events are sometimes free, or usually $5 - $10 depending on the type of event.  We have a lot of workshops or programs that are free or a small cost. Please enquiry to find out specific costs.

Q:        Where is Zeal?

A:        ZEAL is located at 20 Alderman Drive, Henderson. Check Location page for more details.

Q:        When are we open?

A:        Check out the Open Hours Page.  If you would like to make a booking or plan and event please contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Q:        How do I get a gig at Zeal?

A:        Contact Amy ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) and we will organise a time to chat  and work out a show. Or if you just want to hire ZEAL for a gig you can email in the Venue Request Form found under Venue Info.

Q         How do I book a Rehearsal Room?

Contact us at ZEAL or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Let us know what day/time you want to book, then turn up :)

Rooms are available from 4pm - 10pm (mon - thurs).

Rooms to be paid for on the night of rehearsal

A:        Why is Global Cafe not open during the day before 3pm?

Q:        We do not open to the general public during the day due to truancy. However from 9am - 3pm everyday we are available for community groups, schools, alternative education, bands etc to book the venue. This happens frequently. We also work with a lot of young people during the day hours who are not enrolled at school or course, or who are unemployed. This is also time we use for planning and administration. To ask about booking the venue from 9am - 3pm please contact; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Q:        How is Zeal funded?

A:        Zeal West is primarily supported by Auckland City Council and then a combination of, community trusts and local government funding agencies.  We also have opportunity for private sponsors, if you are interested in helping support the work of ZEAL please contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Q:        Are we open over School Holidays?

A:        Yes, we extend our hours to 1pm – 6pm, and have more events, check the gig guide for details

Q:        Is Zeal a Faith-based organisation?

A:        Yes. ZEAL was originally founded out of The Rock Church in Wellington, although it has developed much from its origins, it still retains some of its faith based values in its approach to Youth Development.  ZEAL is not a platform to preach for anyone, and because of this ZEAL Employees will not preach or share their belief unless asked.  ZEAL strives to be an inclusive community where all young people are welcome, regardless of their beliefs and lifestyles.

We follow the Te Whare Tapa Wha model of Maori health development, which focuses on growth in Te Taha Tinana (physical health), Te Taha Hinengaro (Emotional health), Te Taha Whanau (family and community support) and Te Taha Wairua (Spiritual health) We believe it is important to nurture healthy development in not one but all of these areas.