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

December 2024

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
  • Ahipara Market
  • Pick Your Own Blueberries @ Waimarama Orchard
  • Kaitāia Roller Skating Fun
2
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
3
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Celebrate Together - Kaitaia
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Koni Dance Classes
4
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Cooking on a Budget for Christmas with Mags
  • Kōkōwai Workshop for ECE kaiako & teachers
  • Māreikura Wāhine Programme
  • Grey Power Meeting
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
5
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Aqua Rhythmic Movement Class
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
  • Waipapakauri Hotel 8Ball Pub Comp
6
  • Members Only Snapper Comp - Houhoura Big Game & Sports Fishing Club
  • Tāne & Wāhine Rākau Ora Wānanga
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
7
  • Members Only Snapper Comp - Houhoura Big Game & Sports Fishing Club
  • Tāne & Wāhine Rākau Ora Wānanga
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Friendly Chess Games
  • Victoria Valley Christmas Party
8
  • Tāne & Wāhine Rākau Ora Wānanga
9
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
10
  • Community Gardening with Kathy & Lynn
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • Koni Dance Classes
  • Peekaboo Quiz Nights
11
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
12
  • Community Gardening with Kathy & Lynn
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Aqua Rhythmic Movement Class
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
  • Waipapakauri Hotel 8Ball Pub Comp
13
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
14
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Donna Doolittle Animal Rescue Family Fundraiser
  • Mangonui Craft Market
15
  • Ahipara Market
  • Jingles in the Jungle
16
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
17
  • Community Gardening with Kathy & Lynn
  • FREE ONLINE EVENT: From Buddy Sour to Sweet - Help Your Horse Transform
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • BPW MEETING
  • Koni Dance Classes
18
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Hākari Kirihimete Christmas Feast
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
19
  • Community Gardening with Kathy & Lynn
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • Monthly Age Concern Meeting
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Aqua Rhythmic Movement Class
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
  • Waipapakauri Hotel 8Ball Pub Comp
20
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
21
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Friendly Chess Games
22
23
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
24
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • Houhora Christmas Parade
  • Koni Dance Classes
25
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
26
  • 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
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
  • Waipapakauri Hotel 8Ball Pub Comp
27
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
28
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
29
30
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
31
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Foraging Hīkoi in Kaitaia
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • Koni Dance Classes