Women's Support Motueka

16/06/2026

💜 Volunteer Spotlight: Kate Gloeggler

For Kate, volunteering has always been about connection, community, and supporting others.

Her volunteering journey has taken her from teaching dance in community and inclusion projects in Ghana and Tobago, to guiding young people through outdoor experiences in Canada. Along the way, she discovered the power of connection, care, and shared experiences.

Today, Kate generously volunteers her time and expertise by offering massage therapy sessions to women through Women's Support Motueka. Through her practice, Of Body And Earth, she creates a space where women can experience relaxation, support, and a sense of being cared for.

Kate says volunteering gives her a deep sense of purpose and connection, reminding her that even small acts of care can have a lasting impact.

"What matters most to me is helping people feel seen, supported, and connected. Some of the most meaningful moments have come from simple acts of kindness and presence. These experiences continue to inspire me and remind me of the strength and generosity that exist within our communities."

Thank you so much, Kate, for the care, kindness, and aroha you share with our community. We are incredibly grateful for your support.

14/06/2026

Kia ora rawa atu. Big thanks, volunteers💜

To our Trustees, volunteers, Gala supporters, and everyone who has supported our mahi over the past year, thank you.

Your generosity, time, and aroha help make our work possible and strengthen our community every day. We are truly grateful for the many ways you walk alongside us.

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini.
My strength is not that of an individual, but that of the collective.

01/06/2026

Kind Reminder ✨ Weekly Community Yoga – All Welcome ✨

Join our weekly slow-flow yoga classes with Lauren and enjoy a calming space to move, breathe, and unwind. Focused on mindful movement and grounding breathwork, these sessions are suitable for all levels.

💛 $10 entry
🗓 Tuesdays | 6:15pm–7:15pm
📍 Community House (entry via the veranda by the Red Cross Shop)
💛 Proceeds support yoga services for the women we support

To register: [email protected]

Come as you are. We’d love to see you there.

01/04/2026

Last Friday, we had the privilege of attending the Youth Connections Expo at Motueka High School, organised by the Nelson Tasman Youth Workers Collective. It was an awesome day connecting with local rangatahi, having real kōrero about respect, and creating space for young people to share their whakaaro. 🤔

One of our interactive activities was designed to get young people thinking about relationship red flags. 🚩Students were invited to guess how many red flags were in the jar. ❓ We received 82 guesses in total, with answers ranging from 21 all the way up to 352! The most common guess was (unsurprisingly) 6️⃣7️⃣*six seeeevennnn* but the actual number was 86. 🏅 No one guessed it exactly, but a few came very close and they won some very cool enamel pins!📌

🗨We also had a whiteboard for the rangatahi to write down what respect means to them. 🖊 We invited youth aged 16 – 24 to join our Youth Advisory Group called RESPECT MOTUEKA who will help us co-design some awesome projects next term! 🌸

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared their ideas, and got involved. It was great to see so much engagement and thoughtful reflection around what respect looks like in relationships. Ngā mihi nui to NTYWC for organising this expo!❤

We are really excited about our violence prevention programme and look forward to building leadership opportunities for young people to be the voice of change in our community. 🗣

If you have any questions or want to get involved in our Youth Advisory Group - email [email protected] to find out more! 📧

07/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of women in our community. 🌸 When women are supported to be safe, well, and empowered to reach their full potential, communities flourish. 💖 From all of us at Women's Support Motueka, happy International Women's Day 🎉

22/02/2026

✨ Friendly reminder! Our Yoga classes run every Tuesday at 6:15pm.
📍 Entry via Motueka Community House (veranda by the Red Cross Shop)
💛 $10 entry — all proceeds support women in our community

📩 Register at: [email protected]

02/02/2026

✨ Weekly Community Yoga – All Welcome ✨

Join our weekly slow-flow yoga classes with Lauren and enjoy a calming space to move, breathe, and unwind. Focused on mindful movement and grounding breathwork, these sessions are suitable for all levels.

💛 $10 entry
🗓 Tuesdays | 6:15pm–7:15pm
📍 Community House (entry via the veranda by the Red Cross Shop)
💛 Proceeds support yoga services for the women we support

To register: [email protected]

Come as you are. We’d love to see you there.

22/01/2026

🌿 We’re hiring

Women’s Support Motueka is looking for a Client Case Worker & Counsellor to join our small, supportive, and values-led team.

This part-time role offers a meaningful mix of counselling, advocacy, and client support, within a collaborative environment that values reflection, supervision, and professional growth. We welcome applications from registered counsellors and counselling students nearing completion.

If you’re looking for purposeful work alongside a caring team, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Applications close Friday 6 February at 5pm
📧 Apply via [email protected]

Be part of a values-driven team supporting women through counselling, advocacy, and strengths-based, trauma-informed practice.

08/12/2025

Bringing Light and Joy this Holiday Season❣

The festive season highlights the power of connection, generosity, and community. At Women’s Support Motueka, we’re here to help our community feel supported, valued, and connected, and to shine a little extra warmth this Christmas.

Here are a few gentle reminders for the weeks ahead:
💖 Focus on children’s wellbeing
🎄 Celebrate what truly matters to you
💆‍♀️ Be kind to yourself, rest and breathe
💰 Stick to a comfortable budget
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Plan family arrangements early
💬 Reach out if things feel overwhelming
🥂 Be mindful with alcohol
🛑 Step back if tensions rise
🚨 If you ever feel unsafe, call 111

Our heartfelt thanks to the Kindness Collective Foundation for supporting families again this year, and to Harcourts Motueka & Mapua for collecting gifts to brighten the season for our clients. Your generosity makes such a difference. 💙

📅 Holiday Hours
Our office closes at 2pm on Friday, 19 December, and reopens Monday, 5 January.

Wishing everyone a season filled with light, hope, and connection. 💛
The Women’s Support Motueka's team.

24/11/2025

This White Ribbon is made from hundreds of small notes, each symbolising a voice in our community choosing to speak up. 🗨
When we raise our voices together, we create a community where violence, in all its forms, is discussed, addressed, and prevented. 🌸
Will you join us? 🤍
White Ribbon Day 2025 – We Speak Up.