Te Ohu Auahi Mutunga, TOAM Smoking Cessation Service

08/03/2026

🚭 Thinking about quitting smoking or va**ng? You don’t have to do it alone.

We’d love to re-introduce our full TOAM TEAM - Mātanga Auahi Kore (Quit Coaches) who are here to support you every step of the way on your quit journey. Whether you’re just thinking about quitting, ready to make a plan, or have tried before and want to try again — our team is here to help with free support.

Our Quit Coaches can help you:
✨ Create a personalised quit plan
✨ Find strategies to manage cravings
✨ Stay motivated and on track
✨ Celebrate your milestones along the way

Quitting can feel tough, but with the right support and encouragement, it’s absolutely possible. Every step forward counts 💚

If you or someone you know is ready to start their quit journey, get in touch with our team today:

📞 Phone: 0800 405 011
📧 Email: toam@tewakahuia.org.nz

Send us a message or reach out directly — we’re here to help you breathe easier and live healthier.

18/12/2025

Merry Christmas and best wishes for the New Year to you all 🎄✨
We hope this festive season brings you rest, joy, and quality time with whānau and loved ones.

We’ll be returning to the office on Monday 5 January 2026, refreshed and ready with new ideas and strategies to continue supporting our whānau on their journey to becoming smokefree.

If you need support during this time, please don’t hesitate to reach out to QUITLINE on 0800 778 778 — they’re available 24/7 to support you whenever you need it.

Take care, stay safe, and we look forward to connecting with you in the New Year. 🎄✨

16/11/2025

🎁 TOAM Presents: Merry Quitmas & a Smokefree New Year! 🎄

Step into the new year feeling proud, healthy, and smoke-free! 💪

🔥 Quit smoking and score a $200 voucher!
🗣️ One-on-one support sessions to keep you motivated every step of the way.
💊 FREE ni****ne replacement therapy to help you succeed.

🗓 Starts: 17th November 2025
🏁 Quit before: 30th January 2026

This Christmas, swap the smokes for self-care — and start 2026 with a fresh breath of freedom! 🌟

13/11/2025

🌿✨ Big Welcome to Our New Matanga Oranga! ✨🌿

We’re over the moon to introduce Emani, Shamima, and Zahlee – the newest members of our TOAM team! 💚

These amazing Matanga Oranga bring energy, heart, and new knowledge to our service.

Join us in giving them a warm welcome – we can’t wait to see the positive impact they’ll make in our community! 💚

23/10/2025

Stay safe whānau !!

12/10/2025

🚭 STOPTOBER IS ON!
There’s never been a better time to quit smoking — and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

✅ Become Smokefree this Stoptober
💸 Get a $100 voucher when you enrol after 22nd September and have your quit date CO-validated before 14th November
🌬 Breathe easier
👨‍👩‍👧 Be here longer — for your Tamariki, for your Whānau, for Yourself

Whether you’ve tried to quit before or this is your first time — this is your moment.
Support is available, and you don’t have to do it alone.

📞 Contact us on 0800 405 011
📲 Or scan the QR code to register today!

Join the movement.
Feel the difference.
Let’s make this October count.

18/09/2025

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🎉Te Wiki o te Reo Māori🎉

15/09/2025

🚭 We’re Hiring: Smoking Cessation Quit Coach (Matanga Oranga)
📍 Based at Ngā Kaitiaki o Ngāti Kauwhata

Ngā Kaitiaki o Ngāti Kauwhata is a Kaupapa Māori health provider based in Feilding, and we’re on the lookout for a passionate Quit Coach (Matanga Oranga) to join our team!

💬 Do you:
✔️ Have strong local and regional connections?
✔️ Thrive in a whānau-centred, Kaupapa Māori environment?
✔️ Want to support positive change in our communities?

This role supports individuals and whānau across Feilding and the wider Manawatū to become smokefree, aligning with the Smokefree Aotearoa 2025 vision.
You'll work alongside the Te Ohu Auahi Mutunga (TOAM) Stop Smoking Service, delivering tailored support, advocacy, and coaching that empowers whānau to lead healthy, flourishing and Smoke free lives.

🛠️ Key skills/requirements:

✔️ You’re smokefree and passionate about Hauora Māori

✔️ Comfortable with Microsoft Windows and basic digital tools

✔️ Full NZ Driver’s Licence

✔️ Experience in health promotion or working in a Whānau Ora setting

✔️ Confident working one-on-one, in group settings, and within diverse communities

🎓 Full training and professional development provided!

This is your chance to be part of a supportive team making real change. If you have the heart for this mahi and the drive to support whānau, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now or tag someone who’d be perfect for this Kaupapa!

This is an opportunity to be part of a great team and creating change working to support the achievement of Smokefree Aotearoa 2025 Plan.

12/09/2025

Te Wakahuia Manawatu Trust is proud to present ✨WĀHINE HAUORA DAY✨
A day dedicated to uplifting wāhine and empowering whānau to live well 💛

Come along and enjoy:
✅ Free health checks
✅ Mole mapping & stroke checks
✅ Breast screening info
✅ Diabetes & heart health advice
✅ Hauora kōrero, kai & connection
✅ Local service info and giveaways
With support from the Heart Foundation, Breast Screening, Mole Mapping, Diabetes Trust, and Stroke NZ.

📍 Highbury Whānau Centre
📅 Sunday 28th September 2025
🕙 11am - 3pm
Let’s celebrate, learn, and support each other on our hauora journey!
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With support from Te Kete Hauora o Rangitāne Niuvaka Trust Ngā Kaitiaki o Ngāti Kauwhata.

21/08/2025

“For our tāne, for our whānau, for our mokopuna- Prostate Cancer awareness saves lives”

10/08/2025

Upcoming Māmā/Pēpi fitness programme!

To register your interest please contact:
Katherine - katherine@tewakahuia.org.nz
Or call Te Wakahuia Manawatū Trust on 06 357 3400

25/07/2025

🌿 Re-introducing Taiana – your dedicated Quit Coach! 💚

Taiana is passionate about supporting whānau to achieve their hauora goals and live smokefree lives. Whether you're re-starting your journey or ready to quit for good – she’s here to awhi you every step of the way.

✨ Ready to take control of your hauora?
📞 Contact us today to sign up and quit smoking for good – with Taiana by your side!

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