Te Hau Ora O Ngāpuhi

13/04/2026

Join us at Opononi for Heartlands Outreach, supporting whānau with access to a range of services close to home. ❤️

We’ll be at Opononi Bowling Club, 146 Kokohuia Road, Opononi, connecting you with trusted support for your wellbeing and everyday needs.

Take the time to come in, have a kōrero, and explore what support is available for you and your whānau.

Services available include hearing checks with Kia Roha, support from Citizen’s Advice Bureau, heart health advice from the Heart Foundation, assistance from Heartlands and Mid North Budgeting Service, road safety education, Mate Wareware support, the Whānau Ora Team – Hauora Hokianga, bowel screening, hepatitis C testing, mental health support, and Whare Awhina referrals for Law & MLC.

10/04/2026

Your whānau is everything.

Severe weather is coming. Take five minutes today to make a plan together, check on your kaumātua, and make sure nobody is facing this alone.

Save this. Share it. Look after each other.

Kia haumaru koutou. 🌿

10/04/2026

E te whānau

Whilst we are all preparing to batten down the hatches, if you are needing support or shelter during the weekend ahead, our marae from across our takiwā have opened their doors to support whānau who may need support. It is wonderful to our marae and marae kōmiti demonstrate their aroha and manaaki in this way. Contact details are on the tiles below

09/04/2026

Cyclone Vaianu is on its way, with the worst expected this Sunday across Northland.

Here are some reminders to help keep your whānau safe.

Support is available close to home through Rae ki te Rāe | Manaaki Recovery Hubs, where you can access welfare support, wellbeing services, financial assistance, and accommodation help. Please connect with your nearest hub at the following locations and times:

📍 Whirinaki, Matai Aranui Marae — Thu 9 April, 9am–12pm
📍 Waimamaku, Community Hall — Thu 9 April, 1pm–4pm
📍 Panguru, Waipuna Marae — Fri 10 April, 9am–12pm
📍 Pawarenga, Morehu Marae — Fri 10 April, 1pm–4pm
📍 Kaitāia, Te Ahu — Sat 11 April, 9am–12pm
📍 Awanui, Waimanoni Marae — Sat 11 April, 1pm–4pm

FNDC Helpline: 0800 920 029

Stay safe, stay connected. Kia kaha, Ngāpuhi. 💙

07/04/2026

Tough times have a way of reminding us what actually matters.

Kai on the table. Power staying on. Someone checking in. These things don't happen by accident, they happen because whānau show up for each other.

Six ideas. Some will fit right now. Some are for later. All worth knowing.

06/04/2026

Tēnei mea te aroha, it doesn't disappear when our kaumātua can no longer place your face.

When a loved one stops recognising you, it can cut deep. But that moment of confusion is not a loss of love. It's the brain struggling to match memory with what it sees, a condition called agnosia, and it's more common than whānau realise.

You are still known in their wairua, even when their mind cannot find the words or the face.

Swipe to understand what your whānau member may be experiencing, and how to stay connected without pushing through.

💙 Share this with whānau who are walking this journey.

05/04/2026

March 20 marked the conclusion of the 4-week programme Wāhanga 1 – Rāhiri te Tūpuna. The Huru Kiwi rōpū went on a haerenga to affirm their learning and visit sites of significance, including maunga, wāhi, awa, and moana such as Pūtahi, Te Ahu Ahu, Pouērua, and Puketapu.

During the journey, participants explored the history of O-hae-a-wai, walked down Jacobs Ladder through a mana whenua protest, and visited Pakinga Pā, learning about Hongi Hika, the Pūriri Tree, and Rāhiri manu aute. They also connected with maunga Puhanga Tohora, Whakatere, Ahi Kawariki, and the taniwhā at Omanaia, Whirinaki, Ramaroa.

Special acknowledgment was given to kaikōrero Waitai Tau, Hinerangi Himiona, Hinewai Pomare, and uncle Tipi Nikora, the programme’s bus driver.

The rōpū also recognized the contributions of special guests Hinewai Pomare & Jacob Boyce, Louella’s whānau for the beautiful hangi, extra kai from Ruby & Jacob, and THOON kaimahi who supported the programme. Appreciation was also extended to the programme team, Ruby & Louella, for their dedicated mahi.

Wāhanga Tuarua will begin Friday 24 April, themed Te Tiriti & He Whakaputunga. Spaces are limited. To register, contact the Whaikaha Team (Doreen or Louella) on 0800 484 006.

04/04/2026

Strengthening our Pasifika frontline!

Charis Youth & Community brought services together to Talanoa, connect, and grow.

Creating a space for Pasifika workers and whānau to inspire, uplift, and support one another.

Together, we’re building a network where wellbeing, connection, and professional growth come first.

03/04/2026

Who says learning about your health can’t come with a free sausage?

Join us for BBQ Health Awareness Day every 3rd Monday of the month from 12–2 PM.

Enjoy a free sausage sizzle while discovering the health topic of the month and tips to keep you and your whānau well.

Bring your friends and whānau — everyone’s welcome!

03/04/2026

Our thoughts are with every whānau and community across the North who've been caught up in the flooding this past week.

We've been working with partners to get kai packs and essentials out to people who need them. A big mihi to FreshChoice Kaikohe for stepping up — that support means a lot.

We won't have services running over Easter, but help is still there if you need it:

* Emergency — call 111
* Health concerns — Healthline (0800 611 116)
* Recovery updates — Far North District Council (0800 920 029) & Civil Defence
* Weather updates — https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home
* Civil defence info — https://www.nrc.govt.nz/civildefence/
* Preparedness tips — https://getready.govt.nz/

Check in on your neighbours and whānau where you can. And if you need support, reach out, no one should have to manage this alone.

Wishing everyone a safe Easter weekend. Take care of each other.

01/04/2026

Your April heads up whānau! 💚

Heartlands is rolling out across the rohe this month with free services, real support, and familiar faces close to home.

Waima · Opononi · Poroti · Waimamaku

All sessions 10am–2pm

Drop in, bring a friend, bring your nan.
📞 027 349 9189

01/04/2026

Nau mai haere mai e te iwi.

🌿 Weaving with Harakeke 🌿

Join us this month as we learn to make baskets using harakeke and korari 🧺
Nau mai, haere mai whānau!

More details below 👇