Waimanako; Support Hub

Waimanako; Support Hub We are a Support Hub in Ngāmotu / New Plymouth, running workshops, support groups, and a kai-for-koha cafe with amazing food/drink!

🌟 What’s on at Waimanako & Waihāpai 🌟⚡️ Coming up next week! ⚡️💜 Join this group for whānau and pēpi (0 - 12 months) and...
09/10/2026

🌟 What’s on at Waimanako & Waihāpai 🌟

⚡️ Coming up next week! ⚡️

💜 Join this group for whānau and pēpi (0 - 12 months) and meet other parents and caregivers, share experiences, and build lasting friendships - from 9:30am until you’re ready to leave (Waimanako)
🏵️ Unleash! Join this group to do some crafting together! (Waimanako)
🖐️ Learn and practice basic NZSL in a supportive environment, everyone is welcome! (Waimanako)
💭 Reconnect - a weekly space for those wanting more connection, meaningful conversations, and a more alive life (Waimanako)
🏓 Have some kai, a drink and have a go at Table Tennis Tuesdays, everyone is welcome (Waimanako)
💪 Challenge the limits of your comfort zone in a supportive environment with Adventure with Confidence - rangatahi group (for under 25s) (Waihāpai)
💇‍♂️ In need of a fresh cut? We're offering barber haircuts for koha at Waimanako! Booking is essential as there are only 3 spaces available each week (Waimanako)
📚 Want to get to know some new people and share a love of reading? Come along to the Next Chapter Book Club (aimed at 20 - 35 year olds) (Waimanako)
🖌 Receive guidance on how to make beautiful watercolour paintings - regardless of your skill level - in Watercolour Art (Waimanako)
🎶 Get your jam on with Musical Melodies! For this sing-along workshop, bring your instrument or your singing voice and connect with others through music (Waimanako)
👥 Empathy is a support group for anyone impacted by a bereavement by su***de. It is a safe space and registration is required before attendance. Interested? Contact us for more details.
👟 Try out running or walking as a mental health support tool in a friendly environment with Speed Freaks (Pukekura Park Front Gate)
🎨 Work on your creative project in a sociable environment with Creative Hub (Waimanako)
💛 Grief and Loss Support Workshop is for anyone who has endured a major loss - such as bereavement; loss of employment; loss of health / a recent diagnosis; divorce / separation / relationship breakdown, this workshop will bring new hope. Interested? Please contact us for more details.
📖 Come to SoulFood! A meditational space where music & readings from various authors are shared, followed by discussion (Waimanako)

Register for a workshop, head to our website ⬇

Marie's got the prize... but it could be heading home with YOU! 🎉Today is your LAST CHANCE to get in the draw to win a T...
08/10/2026

Marie's got the prize... but it could be heading home with YOU! 🎉

Today is your LAST CHANCE to get in the draw to win a Taranaki Edition of Monopoly 🎲

Simply purchase your ticket to our 2026 Fundraiser Light After Dark Masquerade Ball - and you're automatically in the draw! Already got your ticket? You're in the draw!

There's another reason to get in today .. It's also the LAST DAY to get your ticket for just $69 💸
From tomorrow, tickets increase to $79 each.

So if you've been thinking about coming... today's the day!

🎭 Light After Dark - A Masquerade Ball
📆 Saturday 31st October
📍Waimanako Support Hub
🎟️ Ticket link in the comments!

A sneak peek at some of the amazing businesses getting behind Light After Dark 👀We're incredibly grateful to have these ...
08/10/2026

A sneak peek at some of the amazing businesses getting behind Light After Dark 👀

We're incredibly grateful to have these local legends contributing to our Silent Auction 💜
The Sauna Project Taranaki
Rampage Fitness New Plymouth
Check them out & give them some aroha!

We have a bunch of awesome auction items up for grabs from some incredible businesses and individuals - there's gonna be some serious bidding on the night!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who has donated - we couldn't do it without you 🙌

Keen to get your hands on the goods? Make sure you purchase your ticket to Light After Dark Masquerade Ball!

Are you a Taranaki local? 🗻If so, swing by the FREE Support Services Expos which are happening over the next three weeks...
07/10/2026

Are you a Taranaki local? 🗻

If so, swing by the FREE Support Services Expos which are happening over the next three weeks!

Whiria Te Kete: Weaving Connections Across Taranaki 💚

We're kicking off next week in Ngāmotu on Wednesday 14th October at the Puke Ariki Landing, 4pm - 6pm! We very much hope to see you there - and if you ARE heading along - please be sure to swing by the Taranaki Retreat/ Waimanako table!

📣 The details! 📣

Ngāmotu New Plymouth
📆 Wednesday 14th October
⏰ 4pm - 6pm
📍 Puke Ariki Landing
☔ (Wet Weather Venue: Waimanako Support Hub)

Hāwera
📆 Wednesday 21st October
⏰ 4pm - 6pm
📍 Hāwera Town Square
☔ (Wet Weather Venue: TSB Hub)

Whakaahurangi Stratford
📆 Tuesday 27th October
⏰ 4pm - 6pm
📍 Prospero Place
☔ (Wet weather venue: Memorial Function Lounge)

Another Waimanaaki announcement! 📣Starting next week, October the 13th, Waimanaaki will be spending each Tuesday morning...
05/10/2026

Another Waimanaaki announcement! 📣

Starting next week, October the 13th, Waimanaaki will be spending each Tuesday morning at St James Church in Moturoa!

✨ Every Tuesday at 10am
✨ St James Presbyterian Church, 24 Lawry Street

Our last day at Marfell Community School will be tomorrow, October 6th. We are so grateful to the Marfell community for their support and aroha over the past 11 months 💜

Waimanaaki Food Truck 🎉🍴🥪☕️This is where we'll be this week!!When we're at St Mary's Cathedral on Mondays, Wednesdays an...
04/10/2026

Waimanaaki Food Truck 🎉🍴🥪☕️

This is where we'll be this week!!
When we're at St Mary's Cathedral on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, if the weather is bad you will find us at the Peace Lounge across the road!

Come grab some kai and a hot drink! If some support would be helpful or if you are concerned for someone, our team have great Listening Ears 💚

02/10/2026

📣 ONE WEEK TO GO 📣

There's just 7 days left to grab your Light After Dark Masquerade Ball Tickets for $69 each - and get yourself in the draw to win our FINAL spot prize, a Taranaki Edition of Monopoly 🎁 🏠💵

Remember, every ticket = one entry into the draw! Already got your ticket? You're already in the draw 🙌

From the 10th of October, ticket prices increase to $79 each!

🎟 Get your ticket through the link in the comments!!

🌟 What’s on at Waimanako & Waihāpai 🌟⚡️ Coming up next week! ⚡️💜 Join this group for whānau and pēpi (0 - 12 months) and...
02/10/2026

🌟 What’s on at Waimanako & Waihāpai 🌟

⚡️ Coming up next week! ⚡️

💜 Join this group for whānau and pēpi (0 - 12 months) and meet other parents and caregivers, share experiences, and build lasting friendships - from 9:30am until you’re ready to leave (Waimanako)
🖐️ Learn and practice basic NZSL in a supportive environment, everyone is welcome! (Waimanako)
💭 Reconnect - a weekly space for those wanting more connection, meaningful conversations, and a more alive life (Waimanako)
🏓 Have some kai, a drink and have a go at Table Tennis Tuesdays, everyone is welcome (Waimanako)
💪 Challenge the limits of your comfort zone in a supportive environment with Adventure with Confidence - rangatahi group (for under 25s) (Waihāpai)
💇‍♂️ In need of a fresh cut? We're offering barber haircuts for koha at Waimanako! Booking is essential as there are only 3 spaces available each week (Waimanako)
📚 Want to get to know some new people and share a love of reading? Come along to the Next Chapter Book Club (aimed at 20 - 35 year olds) (Waimanako)
🖌 Receive guidance on how to make beautiful watercolour paintings - regardless of your skill level - in Watercolour Art (Waimanako)
🎶 Get your jam on with Musical Melodies! For this sing-along workshop, bring your instrument or your singing voice and connect with others through music (Waimanako)
👟 Try out running or walking as a mental health support tool in a friendly environment with Speed Freaks (Pukekura Park Front Gate)
🎨 Work on your creative project in a sociable environment with Creative Hub (Waimanako)
📖 Come to SoulFood! A meditational space where music & readings from various authors are shared, followed by discussion (Waimanako)

Register for a workshop, head to our website ⬇

📣 IMPORTANT NOTICE! 📣We're switching things up for our NZ Sign Language for Beginners workshop!Fridays are OUT! Tuesdays...
01/10/2026

📣 IMPORTANT NOTICE! 📣

We're switching things up for our NZ Sign Language for Beginners workshop!

Fridays are OUT! Tuesdays are IN!

Starting on October the 6th, join us every Tuesday 10:30am - 12pm!

✨ Waimanako Support Hub, 35 Octavius Pl
✨ Last Friday session: 2nd October
✨ First Tuesday session: 6th October

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday!

This week's delicious Chef's Special... Baked Potato & a side salad 🥔🥗👉 Mince & Cheese👉 Creamy Mushrooms & Bacon👉 Creamy...
30/09/2026

This week's delicious Chef's Special... Baked Potato & a side salad 🥔🥗

👉 Mince & Cheese
👉 Creamy Mushrooms & Bacon
👉 Creamy Balsamic Mushrooms with spinach (vegetarian option)

Available today and tomorrow until sold out!
$8 - only at Waimanako 🍽️

Waimanako is open 9am - 4pm for the rest of the week ✨

Address

35 Octavius Place
New Plymouth
4310

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 1pm - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+6462150993

Website

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