Ngā Manga Pūriri

19/01/2026

A momentous day for Ngā Manga Pūriri as we welcomed our new kaimahi with a Powhiri at our local Marae, Terenga Paraoa in Whangarei.

We would like to officially welcome our new kaimahi,
Cheyella Matthew's, Jan Dephoff, Pere Tamaki, Jessie Lee Reihana, Glen-Paul Waru, Holly Smith and Te Hiwi Preston.

A special acknowledgement to Daniel Hauraki and Jonah Netana from the local Hapu of Te Parawhau who came to Tautoko the Kaupapa with hope our organisation can build a strong working relationship with Manawhenua.

This is an exciting time for Ngā Manga Pūriri as we expand our team to reinforce the vision and legacy of those that have come before us ...

"Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini.
My strength is not of mine alone, however it is the strength of a collective force"

19/12/2025

As we head into the Festive Season, we want to pause and acknowledge the people at the heart of our mahi — the whānau, tangata whaiora, hapori, kuia and kaumātua, Rangatahi, Iwi and hapū and partners who have connected with Ngā Manga Pūriri throughout the year.

To those working on the frontline of AOD, gambling harm, and mental health support — your mahi is needed. Standing alongside whānau in hard moments takes strength and integrity. We acknowledge you.

Our tari will be closed from 19 December to 12 January. New Referrals will open again from the 26th January 2026. We will remain contactable by phone during this time for our current tangata whaiora. Please call us directly on 0800 433 288.

Please travel safely, check in on one another, and take time to rest where you can.

For some whānau, summer brings financial pressure, heightened emotions, and increased exposure to alcohol and other substances. Old patterns can resurface, stress can build. If this resonates, know you’re not alone. Reach out to whānau or call for help Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or free text HELP (4357) for confidential support from a qualified counsellor or trained volunteer.

He Mihi
We also acknowledge our Rōpū Whakahaere for their steady leadership and ongoing commitment to the well-being of our communities. Your guidance strengthens the kaupapa we carry.

We look forward to reconnecting in the new year and continuing our mahi together. We are very excited to be welcoming new kaimahi to our team in the new year and introducing them all to you in the coming months.

Kia tau te rangimārie, kia haumaru te haere,
Ngā Manga Pūriri

29/10/2025

COME SEE US TOMMOROW - We have an Open day for havening, if you havent heard of or experienced havening, now is your chance ! If you have distress with anxiety, stress or Trauma, we can help you with Havening, a physcosensory Therapy. Each session can take 30-60mins . No appointment neccessary, confidential and Free , with supportive Practitioners. Please pop in and see us between 10 am to 4.00 pm Tommorow Friday 31st October. Nau mai Haere Mai.

25/10/2025

22/10/2025

Ngā Manga Pūriri is very excited to announce this very special Wānanga - Te AwaTapu O Wāhine

Dates for wānanga are 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th of November 2025.

Time: 9.30 am to 2.30 pm.

Location: Nga Manga Pūriri

Spaces are limited to maintain the intimacy and tapu of this space. To lodge an expression of interest, please click on the online registration link below:
https://bit.ly/48JSROw

Please share to those that may be interested

14/10/2025

09/10/2025

Saadiq Tua cultural lead for Nga Manga Puriri saves the best for last

09/10/2025

08/10/2025

Couch Kōrero with Jan and Lesley

07/10/2025

Couch Talks with Jan and Wini

07/10/2025

✨ Mental Health Awareness week ✨

Here at Ngā Manga Pūriri, we Top Up Together by taking time to sit, kōrero, and share kai to fill our taha whānau.

How are you taking time to nurture your connections?

05/10/2025

This Week is Mental Health Awareness Week - How do you top up your Wairua ?