http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz en-us Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:08:06 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/160484/newsletter--february-2026/ Check out our latest newsletter for updates, goings on, and services available at Te Whai Community House.To receive future newsletters directly to your inbox please sign up here. Click here to read our latest newsletter... Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:08:33 +1300 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post160484 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/155946/2025-christmas-aroha-baskets-drive/ Each year, with the help of our generous community, Te Whai Community Trust donates around 100 Christmas Aroha Baskets to families and individuals in Mangawhai who are needing a little support over the festive season.If you’re able to donate to this year's drive, please drop off non-perishable festive food items and new unwrapped gifts for children (newborn - 18yrs) to one of the collection points by Monday 15th December.Donation collection points for 2025: - Barfoot & Thompson -... Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:46:42 +1300 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post155946 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/151825/annual-report-2024-25/ Interested in learning more about our impact within the Mangawhai community?  What our small but mighty team has achieved over the past year? New services and groups we're offering? Our Annual Report shares all of this information and so much more... be sure to take a look. Click here to view or download a copy. ... Mon, 08 Sep 2025 16:41:49 +1200 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post151825 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/150778/te-whai-newsletter--august-2025/ Check out our latest newsletter for updates, goings on, and services available at Te Whai Community House.To receive future newsletters directly to your inbox please register here. Click here to read our latest newsletter... Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:35:11 +1200 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post150778 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/147724/matariki-ki-mangawhai/ A Celebration of Culture, Connection and Community Matariki ki Mangawhai, held at Te Whai Community House on Friday 20 June, was a vibrant celebration of the Māori New Year — bringing together locals and visitors for an afternoon rich in culture, connection, and creativity.The day began with a heartfelt karakia led by Matua Ben Hita, followed by a beautiful waiata tautoko from Aliyah Connelly-Richards. Performances throughout the day showcased local talent, including Maggie Burke Smith, ... Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:39:34 +1200 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post147724 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/143719/te-whai-newsletter--issue-1-2025/ Check out our latest newsletter for updates, goings on, and services available at Te Whai Community House. To receive future newsletters directly to your inbox please register here. Click here to read our latest newsletter ... Thu, 03 Apr 2025 13:03:27 +1300 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post143719 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/143276/te-awatea--wellbeing-and-resilience-course/ "This course has changed my life, it has brought my wife and I closer together, it has changed our family dynamic at home for the better. I feel every Kiwi should have access to support like this.” Te Awatea is a free ten-week programme for people facing challenges and wanting to make changes in their lives. Our next course will be held on Tuesday evenings from 5.30 - 7.30pm at Te Whai Community House, starting in early April. The programme applies current research into the neuroscience of str... Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:21:14 +1300 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post143276 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/143263/manaaki-transport-launched-may-2025/ Free, safe and reliable transportation for older people in the Mangawhai rural area. Providing independence, connection and access to your community.Manaaki Transport is a community-led initiative providing free transportation services for older people in the Mangawhai rural area. This initiative offers older people transport to community and social events, local medical appointments and essential services.Manaaki Transport operates Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9am to 12pm (*Excluding Sta... Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:50:32 +1300 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post143263 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/143258/big-changes-for-2025/ With our heartfelt appreciation, Te Whai say goodbye to three incredible team members, Social Worker Anne Casey, Paediatric Occupational Therapist Susi King, and Youth Worker Siobhan Henderson. Their dedication, compassion, and expertise have been invaluable to Te Whai and the wider Mangawhai community.Anne, with her understanding of complex needs, has provided a safe and supportive space for individuals and whānau navigating life’s challenges. Her ability to truly listen, build trust, and of... Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:18:20 +1300 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post143258 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/post/139041/manaaki-transport-press-release/ Connecting older people in rural Mangawhai Public transport options in rural Mangawhai have received a boost thanks tofunding from the 2024 Age friendly Fund.  Te Whai Community Trust was one of 12 organisations across Aotearoa to receive an Age friendly Fund grant, which aims to assist projects that promote Age friendly communities.  The Manaaki Transport Programme is a community-led initiative providing free transportation services for older people in the rural Mangawh... Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:18:26 +1300 http://www.tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz/blog/#post139041