Te Pou Oranga o te Whakatōhea

Te Pou Oranga o te Whakatōhea Whanau Ora, Hapu Ora, Ka Ora ai te Iwi
"When the whānau are well, the Iwi will thrive"

29/12/2025

🌿 Te Ara Tau - Pathway to Well-being 🌿

Te Ara Tau is here to support adults in regaining balance, building confidence, and creating a brighter future. Grounded in the principles of Te Whare Tapa Whā, our programme takes a holistic approach to well-being, tailored to the unique needs of each whānau.

What we offer:

Individual and whānau assessments

Goal setting, coaching & mentoring

Advocacy & connection to community services

Support with CV building, interview skills, and planning your pathway into work or study

This open-entry programme is designed to empower you to take control, make positive changes, and step forward with confidence.

📣 Remember: No matter how many mistakes we make or how slow we progress, we are still ahead of those who aren’t even trying.

➡️ Come in for a kōrero – your pathway to well-being starts here!

Contact us
📍 Join us at 122 St John Street, Ōpōtiki

📞 Ph: 07 315 8645 Ext 701
📞 0800 TOHEA TE AKO

📧 Em: education@whakatohea.co.nz

22/12/2025

🚀 Y2 – Youth to Education & Employment 🚀

✨ Your Future Starts Here ✨

Are you 16–24 and not sure about your next steps? That’s exactly what we’re here for! At Y2, we’ll help you shape your pathway - whether it’s gaining NCEA credits, stepping into further education, or chasing your dream career.

What you’ll find at Y2:

- Personalised learning plans tailored to your goals
- Supportive kaimahi walking alongside you every step
- More than learning – connect with friends, explore your passions, and be yourself in a relaxed, safe environment
- Whether you’re into sport, art, tech, or just finding your place, Y2 is where you can grow, thrive, and discover your future.

📍 Join us at the Y2 Youth Hub

📞 Call 0800 TOHEA TE AKO

📧 Or email us to take your first step: education@whakatohea.co.nz

Your journey, your way – your future starts here!

15/12/2025

🌿✨ Te Puna o Tarawa Early Childhood Centre ✨🌿

At Te Puna o Tarawa Early Childhood Centre, tamariki are welcomed into a safe and nurturing environment, where Te Ao Māori is at the heart of learning. Our teacher-led, iwi-based centre provides quality care and education for pēpi and tamariki up to five years, with most of our whānau connected to Whakatōhea whakapapa.

Guided by our values of Rangatiratanga, Kaitiakitanga, Matawhanui, and Kotahitanga, we support each child to grow, learn, and thrive at their own pace.

🌱 Kotahitanga is the foundation, our curriculum is inclusive and responsive to the unique needs of every tamaiti - helping them build confidence, social competence, and a strong sense of identity.

If you would like to know more or enrol your tamariki, contact us today - we’d love to welcome you into our whānau. 💚

Contact us

📍 26 Buchanan Street, Ōpōtiki

📞 Ph: 07 315 5967

📧 Email: earlychildhood@whakatohea.co.nz

08/12/2025

🌿 Te Pou Oranga o Whakatōhea – Supporting Your Healing Journey 🌿

At Te Pou Oranga o Te Whakatōhea Social & Health Services, we offer a holistic mental health and addiction services to empower individuals and whānau on their path to healing. Grounded in kaupapa Māori, our care is compassionate, safe, and tailored to your unique needs.

✨ Our Services:

Support – a safe space where you are heard and valued.
Assessment – personalised plans developed through a kaupapa Māori lens.
Counselling – individual & group sessions to guide recovery and growth.
Education – tools and knowledge to manage challenges and strengthen hauora.
Advocacy – standing beside you to ensure your rights and needs are met.
We know mental health and addiction often go hand in hand. That’s why we use an integrated approach, addressing both together to support lasting wellbeing.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to walking alongside whānau - helping you build a foundation for a healthier, more fulfilling life.

📞 If you or someone you know needs Support, please reach out. You are not alone.

Contact us
Opening Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm

Physical Address

📍7 Moody Place, Ōpōtiki

📞 Phone: 07 315 6042

📧 Email: socialhealthservices@whakatohea.co.nz

Pānui | Whakatōhea Health Centre will be closing early today.Friday 28th November.🕗 Open: 8am – 2pm🚪 Closed: From 2pm on...
27/11/2025

Pānui | Whakatōhea Health Centre will be closing early today.

Friday 28th November.

🕗 Open: 8am – 2pm
🚪 Closed: From 2pm onwards

If you need help after we close:
🚨 Emergency: Call 111
💬 Free Health Advice: Healthline 0800 611 116
🏥 Afterhours HUB: Open 5pm – 9pm

We appreciate your understanding and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Important Pānui – Temporary Closure Please be advised that the Whakatōhea Health Centre will be CLOSED onWednesday 19 No...
17/11/2025

Important Pānui – Temporary Closure Please be advised that the Whakatōhea Health Centre will be CLOSED on

Wednesday 19 November 2025 from 8:00am to 1:00pm.

Closure:
Wednesday 19 November 2025
8:00am – 1:00pm (Closed)

Reopening:
Wednesday 19 November 2025
1:00pm – 5:00pm (Open)

Our kaimahi will be completing compulsory Professional Development Training during this time to ensure we continue providing safe, high-quality care and support to our whānau. We appreciate your understanding and patience while our team invests in strengthening their capability and service. If you require urgent medical assistance during the closure period, please contact 111, or for after-hours support call Healthline: 0800 611 116.

Ngā manaakitanga,
Whakatōhea Health Centre

Looking after our whānau, even after hours 🌿If you or your whānau need urgent care when your GP clinic is closed, our Po...
11/11/2025

Looking after our whānau, even after hours 🌿

If you or your whānau need urgent care when your GP clinic is closed, our Pou Oranga Same day & Acute Care Clinic in Ōpōtiki is here to help.

This nurse-led, walk-in clinic provides same day and after hours care for our community.

We know the unexpected can happen - injuries, sudden illness, or our tamariki not feeling well. Our team is here to make sure you get the care you need.

If you're unsure what to do, call your doctor first or contact Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free advice. If the clinic is closed and it's an emergency, please go straight to Whakatāne Hospital Emergency Department or call 111.

Kia ora e te iwi 🌺We’re excited to share our November Calendar!💫 Mana TiakiA safe space for tangata whaiora and their wh...
05/11/2025

Kia ora e te iwi 🌺

We’re excited to share our November Calendar!

💫 Mana Tiaki
A safe space for tangata whaiora and their whānau – grounded in aroha, manaakitanga, and whanaungatanga. Healing isn’t easy, but you don’t have to do it alone 💛
📌 An intake is required before accessing this service
📞 Shelly McLauchlan – 027 355 3296

👶💛 Mums & Bubs
Supporting mātua, nurturing pēpi, and growing strong whānau. Your journey, our tautoko.
📞 07 315 6042

🌿 Healing Whānau Violence – Tāne & Wāhine
Together we walk toward healing, rebuilding, and thriving. Creating safe spaces for growth and reconnection 🌼
📞 Moana & Buck Maui – 07 315 6042

🌸 Kōwhai Kaumātua
Celebrating and supporting our kaumātua through connection, laughter, and activities that uplift hauora.
📧 donna.kelly@whakatohea.co.nz
📞 07 315 6042

Ngā manaakitanga,
Te Pou Oranga o Te Whakatōhea

06/10/2025

🚀 Y2 – Youth to Education & Employment 🚀

✨ Your Future Starts Here ✨

Are you 16–24 and not sure about your next steps? That’s exactly what we’re here for! At Y2, we’ll help you shape your pathway - whether it’s gaining NCEA credits, stepping into further education, or chasing your dream career.

What you’ll find at Y2:

Personalised learning plans tailored to your goals
Supportive kaimahi walking alongside you every step
More than learning – connect with friends, explore your passions, and be yourself in a relaxed, safe environment
Whether you’re into sport, art, tech, or just finding your place, Y2 is where you can grow, thrive, and discover your future.

📍 Join us at the Y2 Youth Hub

📞 Call 0800 TOHEA TE AKO

📧 Or email us to take your first step: education@whakatohea.co.nz

Your journey, your way – your future starts here!

🌿✨ Free Whānau Well-being Fun Day! ✨🌿Bring the whole whānau along for a day of connection, fun, and wellness! 💚📅 Friday ...
01/10/2025

🌿✨ Free Whānau Well-being Fun Day! ✨🌿

Bring the whole whānau along for a day of connection, fun, and wellness! 💚

📅 Friday 17 October 2025
📍 Rawinia Rangi Reserve (Rose Gardens)
⏰ 10am – 2pm

Enjoy a free BBQ, soothing mirimiri, exciting prizes, a white elephant table, and so much more for all ages. 🎉
☀️ Weather permitting, this event may be held at 29A King Street (behind the Police Station). Please keep an eye on our socials for updates.

Nau mai, haere mai 💫

Kia ora e te iwi,Here is our October Calendar ✨✨ Mana TiakiStrengthening the mauri, mana, and oranga of tangata whaiora ...
01/10/2025

Kia ora e te iwi,
Here is our October Calendar ✨

✨ Mana Tiaki
Strengthening the mauri, mana, and oranga of tangata whaiora and their whānau. Healing isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone.
A safe space, free from judgement and stigma – grounded in aroha, manaakitanga, and whanaungatanga.
📌 An intake is required before accessing this service.
📞 Shelly McLauchlan – 027 355 3296

✨ Mums & Bubs
Supporting mātua, nurturing pēpi, and growing strong whānau – your journey, our tautoko 💛👶🤝✨
For more information, contact us:
📞 Te Pou Oranga o Te Whakatōhea – 07 315 6042

✨ Healing Whānau Violence – Tāne & Wāhine
We walk alongside our tāne and wāhine to create safe spaces for healing and growth. This journey empowers individuals to reconnect, rebuild, and thrive – together. ✨🌿
📞 Moana & Buck Maui – 07 315 6042

✨ Kōwhai Kaumātua
Honouring our kaumātua as treasured holders of wisdom and tradition.
We nurture their well-being through aroha, meaningful connection, and engaging activities that boost mobility, joy, and hauora 🌸🤝✨
📧 donna.kelly@whakatohea.co.nz
📞 07 315 6042

✨ Mental Health Day – Free Whānau Well-being Day
A day to celebrate and uplift the hauora of our whānau, filled with connection, fun, and support 💙🌿 Nau mai, haere mai whānau.
📅 Friday 17 October 2025
📍 Rawinia Rangi Reserve - Rose Gardens. Weather permitting
⏰ 10am – 2pm

Ngā manaakitanga,
Te Pou Oranga o Te Whakatōhea

🌿 Mahuru – the month of new beginnings and warmer seasons ahead 🌿 As Papatūānuku blossoms, so too does our kaupapa. 📅 Ou...
01/09/2025

🌿 Mahuru – the month of new beginnings and warmer seasons ahead 🌿
As Papatūānuku blossoms, so too does our kaupapa.
📅 Our September calendar is here – let’s step into this season together, grounded in aroha and unity.

✨ Blue September
💙 September is a time to back our tāne. Blue September raises awareness for prostate cancer and the importance of early detection. Together, we can make a difference.

✨ Mana Tiaki
Strengthening the mauri, mana, and oranga of tangata whaiora and their whānau. Healing isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone.
A safe space, free from judgement and stigma – grounded in aroha, manaakitanga, and whanaungatanga.
📌 An intake is required before accessing this service.
📞 Shelly McLauchlan – 027 355 3296

✨ Mums & Bubs
Supporting mātua, nurturing pēpi, and growing strong whānau – your journey, our tautoko 💛👶🤝✨
📧 Krystal Mokomoko – krystal.mokomoko@whakatohea.co.nz

✨ Healing Whānau Violence – Tāne & Wāhine
We walk alongside our tāne and wāhine to create safe spaces for healing and growth. This journey empowers individuals to reconnect, rebuild, and thrive – together. ✨🌿
📞 Moana & Buck Maui – 07 315 6042

✨ Kōwhai Kaumātua
Honouring our kaumātua as treasured holders of wisdom and tradition.
We nurture their well-being through aroha, meaningful connection, and engaging activities that boost mobility, joy, and hauora 🌸🤝✨.
📧 donna.kelly@whakatohea.co.nz
📞 07 315 6042

Ngā manaakitanga,
Te Pou Oranga o Te Whakatōhea

Address

7 Moody Place, Ōpōtiki
Opotiki
3122

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30am
Friday 8:30am - 4:30am

Telephone

+6473156150

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