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

March 2025

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
  • Te Matatini National Kapa Haka Festival
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Annual Flower and Vegetable Show
  • Friendly Chess Games
  • Spoken Word Open Mic
2
  • Kaitāia Roller Skating Fun
3
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
4
  • Community Gardening with Kathy and Lynn
  • 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
5
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • FREE Nutrition Programme for Older Adults
  • Cancer and lifestyle
  • Grey Power Meeting
  • Game Changers - Ahipara
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
6
  • Community Gardening with Kathy and 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
  • The sewing studio with Joanne Bently
  • Pool Night at Waipapakauri Hotel
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
7
  • By Deasign Womens Conference
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
8
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • International Womens Day - Guest Speaker : Nina Griffiths
  • Preserving workshop series with Joanne Bently
  • Tukutuku Weaving Workshop
9
10
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
11
  • Community Gardening with Kathy and Lynn
  • Would you like to improve end of life care for Maori Whanau?
  • 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
12
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • FREE Nutrition Programme for Older Adults
  • Stress and sleep
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
13
  • Community Gardening with Kathy and 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
  • The sewing studio with Joanne Bently
  • Darts Night at Waipapakauri Hotel
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
14
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
15
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Tane Wananga
  • Friendly Chess Games
  • ELEV8 Band
16
  • St John Market Day
17
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
18
  • Community Gardening with Kathy and Lynn
  • 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
19
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • FREE Nutrition Programme for Older Adults
  • Te Oranga Pūmau - Medications and their use
  • Wa Patai
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
20
  • Community Gardening with Kathy and Lynn
  • Yoga/Stretch Class - Te Hiku Sports Hub
  • Brain Injury Support Group
  • Monthly Age Concern Meeting
  • Monthly Age Concern Meeting: Guest Speaker from Brain Injury Association
  • 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
21
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Do you want to share your whakaaro on Te Hiku Hauora services?
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Minecraft Fridays @ Kaitāia Library
  • Breathwork, Meditation & Movement with Meditate with Matt
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
22
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Autumn/Winter Garden Planning Workshop
  • Empowered Parents First Aid Course
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Preserving Workshop Series with Joanne Bently
  • Houhora Sandbar And Resturant 1st Birthday
23
24
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session
  • Kids 6 wk Boxing class at Mauri Social Services!
25
  • Community Gardening with Kathy and Lynn
  • Te Reo me ona Tikanga
  • Age Concern Ronnie Gardiner Method Exercise Class
  • Feed My Lambs - Supportive Mothers Group
  • Foraging Hīkoi in Kaitaia
  • Kaitaia Play Gym for 0-5yrs
  • Anō Anō Mend and Make Drop-in Session
  • Peekaboo Quiz Night
  • Koni Dance Classes
26
  • Gold Coin Waka Ama
  • Playgroup & Mainly Music
  • FREE Nutrition Programme for Older Adults
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • Guided Meditation & Breathwork Group
  • Te Kapa Haka o Te Rarawa - all welcome!
27
  • Community Gardening with Kathy and Lynn
  • 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
  • Dance Class ( Bachata )
  • Darts Night at Waipapakauri Hotel
  • Takahue Hall Badminton
28
  • Waipapakauri Hotels End of Summer Boat And Shore Fishing Comp
  • Far North Zumba Class
  • 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
29
  • Kaitaia Markets
  • Mangonui Craft Market
  • Arts and Crafts Talanda Day
  • Paparore school gala
  • Repair Cafe at MenzShed
  • Breathing For Performance and Ice Bath Recovery Workshop
  • Friendly Chess Games
30
31
  • Mainly Music for Preschoolers
  • The Upcycle Space Drop-In Session