Starfish Health & Wellbeing Centre

07/10/2026

Please read below to learn more about The Reef Ākau from Jo, Rewiti, and Paris 🌊

A new wellbeing space in Matamata is opening its doors today, with a vision that goes far beyond physical activity.

20/09/2026

After much anticipation, we're excited to finally introduce The Reef | Ākau

This name was inspired by the belief that everyone deserves a place to belong. Like a starfish within a reef, each person contributes something valuable and has the opportunity to grow and thrive. A reef is a living, interconnected ecosystem, and we hope this space reflects that same spirit of community, resilience, and growth.

20/08/2026

It started with a vision: a community-based holistic service for mind, body, and soul.

Now, that vision is growing into something more at 79 Firth Street…

A vibrant space where people can restore, reconnect, and thrive.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing more about this new wellbeing space and the heart behind it. We’re excited for what’s ahead, and we think you will be too there's plenty to look forward to.

Starfish Health & Wellbeing Centre Passionate and community-centred, we are a not-for-profit health and wellbeing centre based in the heart of Matamata. We support tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau through leadership development, counselling, mentoring, and life skills programmes, promoting well-bein...

22/07/2026

Today we honour Rewiti, who celebrates 7 years supporting rangitahi and whānau at Starfish Health & Wellbeing Centre.

22/07/2026

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08/07/2026

Kia ora whanau,

Just a quick note to let you know that we will be closing the office at 12:00pm 9th July. This gives us an opportunity to pause, focus on our own wellbeing, and come together as a team to celebrate Matariki. 💫

Thank you for your understanding. Wishing you and your whanau a meaningful and restorative Matariki.

01/07/2026

Today we honour our After School and Holiday Programme Coordinator Ash, who celebrates 7 years at Starfish Health & Wellbeing Centre.

14/05/2026

Jo announcing the lucky winners of our Pink Shirt Day colouring-in competition.

CONGRATULATIONS everyone. Prizes will be delivered to your school/childcare centre on Monday.

14/05/2026

Thank you to all the amazing artists from our local schools and childcare centres for participating in the Starfish Health & Wellbeing Centre's Pink Shirt Day Aotearoa colouring-in competition. Winners will be announced shortly.

14/05/2026

🩷 Pink Shirt Day Aotearoa 🩷

Today is a reminder that we all have a part to play in creating a kinder, more inclusive community, where bullying has no place.

Each of us has the power to create change. One kind word, one supportive action, one moment at a time. Because together, small ripples become powerful tides.

Be kind. Be brave. Be the reason someone feels seen and supported today.