About Us | Whakapā Mai

Te Hiku Connect, formerly known as Kaitaia Community House, has been a central point of growth and connection for whānau for over 20 years. Our mission is deeply rooted in the heart of Te Hiku – to connect communities, provide essential information, offer advocacy services, and create a warm and welcoming space where everyone feels at home. Additionally, our in-house budgeting service is committed to empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate their finances successfully.

Located at 12 Puckey Ave, Kaitaia, our doors are open to serve you from Monday to Friday, between 9 am and 4 pm. For professional & personalised budgeting advice, Kaitaia Family Budgeting Services is at your disposal free of charge, accessible by appointment.

To support our mission of connecting our community, we also produce a monthly newsletter ‘Te Hiku Connect’, sharing local news, opportunities and events within Te Hiku to inform and empower whānau.

Finally, our online Community Events Calendar is a tool for fostering community involvement. Join us in creating a more connected and vibrant Te Hiku, where your participation makes all the difference.

Susana Filimalo

Financial Mentor

Tania Sneddon

Senior Financial Mentor

Taryn Booth

Heartlands Co-Ordinator

Raewyn Flay

General Manager

Suzie Clarke

Operations Manager

Events Calendar

May 2025

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Aqua Rhythmic Movement Class
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • FREE EXCEL Workshop for beginners
  • Māra kai mō te tāngata: Gardening for the people workshop
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • The sewing studio with Joanne Bently
  • Pool Night at Waipapakauri Hotel
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
2
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • FREE Xero Booster Sessions
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
3
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Fermented Food Workshop #1
  • Engagement Session for Proposed Changes to Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 (the Māori Land Act 1993).
  • Raranga Harakeke Wānanga – Weave, Learn, Connect
  • Hilarious Comedy Hipnosis Show in Kaitaia: Fun For All Ages!
  • Kaitaia Metal Fest 4
4
  • Fermented Food Workshop #2
  • Kaitāia Roller Skating Fun
5
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
6
  • Te Reo me ona Tikanga
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Kaitaia Play Gym for 0-5yrs
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • Peekaboo Quiz Night
  • Koni Dance Classes
  • Awaken the Soul: Mystic Nights
7
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Cooking on a Budget
  • Grey Power Meeting
  • Te Oranga Pūmau: Podiatry - All about feet & Whakapiri Ora introduction
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
8
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Aqua Rhythmic Movement Class
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • Horeke Hunting Club Annual Competition Kick Off
  • FREE EXCEL Workshop for beginners
  • Māra kai mō te tāngata: Gardening for the people workshop
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • The sewing studio with Joanne Bently
  • Darts Night at Waipapakauri Hotel
  • Kelvin Cruickshank LIVE - 'The Language of Spirit' Tour
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
9
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Ladies Night Out
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
10
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Friendly Chess Games
11
12
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
13
  • Te Reo me ona Tikanga
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Kaitaia Play Gym for 0-5yrs
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • Peekaboo Quiz Night
  • Koni Dance Classes
14
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Cooking on a Budget
  • Te Oranga Pūmau: Medications Workshop
  • Subject Progress Conference
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
15
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • Brain Injury Support Group
  • Monthly Age Concern Meeting
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Aqua Rhythmic Movement Class
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • FREE EXCEL Workshop for beginners
  • Māra kai mō te tāngata: Gardening for the people workshop
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • The sewing studio with Joanne Bently
  • Pool Night at Waipapakauri Hotel
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
16
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • FREE Xero Booster Sessions
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
17
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Financial Skills Workshop for Community Organisations
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Pruning Workshop At Anne West Kindergarten
  • Whanau vibes
18
  • Te Mauri O Te Ha Breathwork Journey Workshop
19
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
20
  • Te Reo me ona Tikanga
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Kaitaia Play Gym for 0-5yrs
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • BPW MEETING
  • Peekaboo Quiz Night
  • Koni Dance Classes
21
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Cooking on a Budget
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
22
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Aqua Rhythmic Movement Class
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • FREE EXCEL Workshop for beginners
  • Māra kai mō te tāngata: Gardening for the people workshop
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • Bombing Competition
  • The sewing studio with Joanne Bently
  • Darts Night at Waipapakauri Hotel
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
23
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Te Ara o Hiwa i te Rangi
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
24
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Friendly Chess Games
25
26
  • Floral Art Club - Kaitāia
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
27
  • Te Reo me ona Tikanga
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Kaitaia Play Gym for 0-5yrs
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • Peekaboo Quiz Night
  • Koni Dance Classes
28
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Cooking on a Budget
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
29
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • Autism Support Group Hui
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Aqua Rhythmic Movement Class
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • The sewing studio with Joanne Bently
  • Pool Night at Waipapakauri Hotel
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
30
  • 3 Day Insight Awareness Meditation Retreat
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • FREE Xero Booster Sessions
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Handicraft Hour at Kaitāia Library
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
31
  • 3 Day Insight Awareness Meditation Retreat
  • Taipa Speedway: Annual King's Birthday/Percy Poharama Memorial 2 Day Meet
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Repair Cafe at MenzShed