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

September 2024

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
  • Kaitāia Roller Skate Disco
2
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
3
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Daffodil Day Quiz Night Fundraiser
  • Koni Dance Classes
  • Peekaboo Quiz Nights
  • Indoor Bowls
4
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Māmā Fitness + Wellbeing Classes
  • Te Pito o Te Ao
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Grey Power Meeting
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
5
  • Te Pito o Te Ao
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Storytime at Te Ahu Library
  • Whittling Well with The Upcycle Space
  • Freedom Market
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
  • Waipapakauri Hotel 8Ball Pub Comp
6
  • Kaitāia Artisan Fair
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Kaitāia Artisan Affair
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
7
  • Kaitāia Artisan Fair
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Kaitāia Artisan Affair
  • Mangonui Craft Market
8
9
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
10
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Koni Dance Classes
  • Peekaboo Bingo Night
  • Indoor Bowls
11
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Māmā Fitness + Wellbeing Classes
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Vegetarian Cooking on a Budget
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
12
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • 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
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Friendly Chess Games
15
16
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
17
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • BPW MEETING
  • Koni Dance Classes
  • Peekaboo Quiz Nights
  • Indoor Bowls
18
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Māmā Fitness + Wellbeing Classes
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
19
  • Monthly Age Concern Meeting
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • 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
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
  • Foraging Hīkoi in Kaitaia
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • Koni Dance Classes
  • Peekaboo Bingo Night
  • Indoor Bowls
25
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • Vegetarian Cooking on a Budget
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
26
  • Autism Support Group Hui
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-in Session
  • 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
  • Repair Cafe at MenzShed
  • Friendly Chess Games
29
30
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session