Your Community Notices
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- Tuesday, 13 Aug 2024, 10:34AM
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Thursday 2 October
Silent Book Club β WΔnaka Library
π WΔnaka Library, 1 Bullock Creek Lane
π 5pm β 7pm
π² Free
A quiet way to connect over books β bring something to read and enjoy a cup of tea. Stay for 10 minutes or two hours. WΔnaka librarians will help you discover your next great read.
π Register: [email protected] | qldclibraries.govt.nz
Friday 3 October
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 9:30am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Come along and lend a hand in the garden. New volunteers are always welcome, no skills or experience needed. Sessions are drop-in style.
π Contact: [email protected]
Sunday 5 October
ProDance NZ β Sunday Boogie with Tango Class
π Albie Tavern
π 4pm β 6pm
π² Koha
Everyone is welcome to join, move, and enjoy the rhythm. Dance is better together β even if your partner is imaginary!
Monday 6 October
Yoga with Keity β Paetara Aspiring Central
π Paetara Aspiring Central, 35 Plantation Road
π 8am (Free) | 9:15am (Half price) | 1pm (Half price)
π Contact: 03 450 1721
Enjoy yoga with Keity at Paetara Aspiring Central, with special deals for the day.
The Collective β Free Class During Mental Health Awareness Week
π Gym or Studio (choose location)
π 6β12 October (Mental Health Awareness Week)
π² Free
Jodi is offering one free class per person during Mental Health Awareness Week. Choose between the gym or studio.
π Register: GymMaster link
Tuesday 7 October
Te KΔkano Aotearoa Trust β Nursery Sessions
π See βOur Nurseryβ for location
π 9am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Join the team caring for native plants. No skills required, no need to register β just show up and help out.
π Contact: [email protected]
Wednesday 8 October
Yoga with Keity β Paetara Aspiring Central
π Paetara Aspiring Central, 35 Plantation Road
π 8am (Half price) | 9:15am (Free)
π Contact: 03 450 1721
Start your day with gentle yoga at Paetara Aspiring Central.
Silent Walk β Mindfulness Walk (Open Heart Connections)
π Meet at Watersports Facility
π 6pm β 7:30pm
π² Free
A gentle evening walk to slow down, be fully present, and notice your surroundings with calm curiosity. Optional get-together afterwards.
π Register: [email protected]
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 4:30pm β 6pm
π² Volunteer
Drop in and lend a hand. No skills or experience needed, all volunteers welcome.
π Contact: [email protected]
Te KΔkano Aotearoa Trust β Nursery Sessions
π See βOur Nurseryβ for location
π 9am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Support native plant care at Te KΔkanoβs nursery. Drop-in style, no need to register.
π Contact: [email protected]
Thursday 9 October
Mindful Touch Hand Massage Workshop β Alpine Massage
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street
π 3:30pm β 5pm
π² Koha
Learn simple hand massage techniques in a relaxed group setting. Come solo or bring a friend and enjoy a cuppa while you unwind together.
π Register: [email protected]
π To bring: A shirt you can roll up to the elbow
Thursday 9 October (extra event)
When the Mind Plays You: Understanding Your Inner Loops β Keity Garcia
π WΔnaka Library, 1 Bullock Creek Lane
π 5:30pm β 7:30pm
π² Free
Keity Garcia from Soul Yoga explores the patterns that hold us back and how to create space for clarity and calm.
π Register: [email protected] | qldclibraries.govt.nz
Friday 10 October
Yoga with Keity β Paetara Aspiring Central
π Paetara Aspiring Central, 35 Plantation Road
π 1pm β Free
π Contact: 03 450 1721
Zumba with Marien β Paetara Aspiring Central
π Paetara Aspiring Central, 35 Plantation Road
π 5:30pm β 6:30pm β Free
π Contact: 03 450 1721
Herbal Tea Making Workshop β Herbal Culture
π WΔnaka Community Hub, Meeting Room, 34 McDougall Street
π 5pm β 7pm
π² Koha
Pause and explore the soothing power of herbs in this hands-on tea-making workshop. Learn about herbs that support mental wellbeing and blend your own custom tea to take home.
π Register: [email protected]
How to Regulate Your Nervous System Through Your Breath β Intuitive Wellness
π Auditorium, WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street
π 6pm β 8pm
π² Koha
Discover the science of breath and its direct impact on the nervous system. Learn evidence-based techniques to regulate stress and build resilience.
π Register: events.humanitix.com/regulate-with-breath
WΔnaKai: Community Cooking Group β Community Link
π Kitchen, WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street
π¦ 11:30am β 2pm
π² Free
Connect over a shared lunch. No skills required, all ages and stages welcome.
Saturday 11 October
Foraging/Botanical Walk β Herbal Culture
π Harris Place, Luggate
π 10am β 12:30pm
π² From $15
Join a guided foraging and botanical walk in Luggate. Explore medicinal plants growing along the path, learn how to harvest and use them respectfully, and discover new plants together. Weather dependent, places limited.
π Register: events.humanitix.com/foraging-and-botanical-walk
π§ [email protected]
Zumba β Paetara Aspiring Central
π Paetara Aspiring Central, 35 Plantation Road
π 9:15am β 10:15am (Free, with Marien)
π 11am β 12pm (Free, with Marien)
π Contact: 03 450 1721
HΔwea Food Forest β Working Bees
π 130 Domain Road, HΔwea Flat
π 10am β 1pm
π² Volunteer
Morning gatherings continue while weather allows. Dress warmly, bring a cuppa, enjoy seasonal veggies, and share the team spirit. Tools provided, all welcome.
π Contact: [email protected]
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 9:30am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Drop in and help out. No skills or experience needed.
π Contact: [email protected]
Sunday 12 October
Mindful Communication β Open Heart Connections
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street (Downstairs Meeting Room)
π 9am β 12pm
π² Free
Learn how to listen deeply and express yourself with honesty and care. This workshop offers simple tools for clarity, ease, and connection in everyday conversations. Limited to 16 participants.
Tuesday 14 October
Transformational Breathwork Journey β Intuitive Wellness
π Auditorium, WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street
π 6pm β 8pm
π² Koha
Experience the power of breath as a gateway to release stored tension and access deeper states of clarity. This guided journey supports emotional healing, nervous system balance, and self-transformation.
π Register: events.humanitix.com/transformational-breath-journey-14-10
π To bring: Yoga mat, blanket
Te KΔkano Aotearoa Trust β Nursery Sessions
π See βOur Nurseryβ for location
π 9am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Support local native plant restoration. Drop-in style, no registration required.
π Contact: [email protected]
Wednesday 15 October
Become Fluent in the Language of Your Body β Lions Grace
π Auditorium, WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street
π 5:30pm β 6:30pm
π² Free
Learn to tune into your bodyβs signals β from hunger and fullness to stress and fatigue β through meditation, gentle yoga, and reflection. Gain practical tools for greater awareness and compassion in daily life.
π Register: [email protected]
π To bring: Yoga mat, comfy warm clothes
ASB Financial Literacy Workshop β WΔnaka Library
π WΔnaka Library, 1 Bullock Creek Lane
π 4pm β 5pm
π² Free
Financial worries affect mental health. Learn practical money tips from a community banker in this family-friendly session.
π Register: [email protected] | qldclibraries.govt.nz
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 4:30pm β 6pm
π² Volunteer
Join the team in the garden. No skills required, just drop in and help out.
π Contact: [email protected]
Ongoing
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 4:30pm β 6pm
π² Volunteer
Volunteers always welcome. No skills or registration needed, just drop in and help.
π Contact: [email protected]
Te KΔkano Aotearoa Trust β Nursery Sessions
π See βOur Nurseryβ for location
π 9am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Help restore local biodiversity by caring for native plants. Drop-in style, no registration required.
π Contact: [email protected]
Thursday 16 October
Social Stroll β MINT
π Watersports Facility
π 9:15am
π² Free
A gentle social walk to enjoy fresh air, light movement, and nature. A relaxed way to connect with others and slow down.
The Power of Your Subconscious Mind β Roxanne NEI Therapy
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street (Downstairs Meeting Room)
π 7pm β 8:30pm
π² Koha
Discover how subconscious patterns shape your thoughts, behaviours, and emotions. Learn practical tools to release limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging habits. For teenagers and adults.
π Register: events.humanitix.com/the-power-of-ypur-subconscious-mind
π§ [email protected]
π To bring: Notepad & pen
Reflection Walk β Open Heart Connections
π Meet in front of the Yacht Club, Lake WΔnaka Marina
π 6pm β 7:30pm
π² Free
Pause and reflect during a gentle lakeside walk. Guided prompts help connect you with your inner voice and values. Optional get-together afterwards.
π Register: [email protected]
Friday 17 October
5 Ways to Wellbeing Workshop β Headlight Trust
π (Location details not included on sheet β assume WΔnaka Community Hub unless confirmed)
π Friday 17 October
A practical workshop exploring the 5 Ways to Wellbeing, helping you strengthen daily mental health habits.
Saturday 18 Octobe
Capoeira Workshop β Capoeira Aotearoa
π Dinosaur Park
π 10am β 11:30am
π² Free
Learn the basic steps of Brazilian martial arts and try out some of the traditional instruments used in capoeira.
Family Connections with Horses β Aspiring Therapy
π (Location via Aspiring Therapy)
π 2pm β 4pm
π² Koha ($10 per family)
A hands-on experience with horses to support connection, wellbeing, and mental health for families. No prior horse experience required β just curiosity and openness.
π To bring: Closed-toe shoes, weather-appropriate clothing
π§ Register: [email protected] (transport support available)
HΔwea Food Forest β Working Bees
π 130 Domain Road, HΔwea Flat
π 10am β 1pm
π² Volunteer
Gather with the community to care for the food forest. Enjoy a cuppa, seasonal veggies, and team spirit. Tools provided.
π Contact: [email protected]
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 9:30am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Drop in and help out. Volunteers always welcome β no skills needed.
π Contact: [email protected]
Monday 20 October
Mindful Communication β Open Heart Connections
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street (Downstairs Meeting Room)
π 5pm β 8pm
π² Free
Learn how to listen deeply and express yourself with honesty and care. This workshop helps build clarity, ease, and connection in conversations.
Tuesday 21 October
Speed Friending β Jenny Richmond
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street (Meeting Room)
π 7pm β 9pm
π² Free
Tired of small talk? Ready to move beyond βHow about this weatherβ¦β and actually get to know people? Join Jenny Richmond for an evening of genuine connection, good conversation, and maybe some new friends.
π Contact: [email protected]
Te KΔkano Aotearoa Trust β Nursery Sessions
π See βOur Nurseryβ for location
π 9am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Volunteers always welcome. No skills or registration required, just drop in.
π Contact: [email protected]
Wednesday 22 October
Connection Walk β Open Heart Connections
π Meet at Watersports Facility
π‘ 6:30pm β 8pm
π² Free
Experience the joy of walking and sharing together. With gentle listening practices, connect more deeply with others. Optional get-together afterwards.
π Register: [email protected]
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 4:30pm β 6pm
π² Volunteer
Drop in and help out. No skills required.
π Contact: [email protected]
Te KΔkano Aotearoa Trust β Nursery Sessions
π See βOur Nurseryβ for location
π 9am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Help care for native plants β no skills needed, no registration required.
π Contact: [email protected]
Thursday 23 October
The Power of Your Subconscious Mind β Roxanne NEI Therapy
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street (Downstairs Meeting Room)
π 10am β 11:30am
π² Koha
Discover how subconscious patterns shape your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Learn practical tools to release limiting beliefs, fears, and self-sabotaging mechanisms. For teens and adults.
π Register: events.humanitix.com/the-power-of-your-subconscious-mind2
π§ [email protected]
π To bring: Notepad & pen
Transformational Breathwork Journey β Intuitive Wellness
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street (Auditorium)
π 6pm β 8pm
π² Koha
Experience the power of breath as a gateway to release tension and access deeper states of clarity. This guided journey supports emotional healing, nervous system balance, and self-transformation.
π Register: events.humanitix.com/transformational-breath-journey-23-10
π To bring: Yoga mat, blanket
Friday 24 October
Ann Sutton Shares Her Experiences β Al-Anon
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street (Meeting Room)
π 1:30pm β 2:30pm
π² Free
Ann Sutton shares her journey of raising a family in difficult circumstances, and how she turned struggle into growth, resilience, and purpose. She now helps others on a similar path find their strength.
WΔnaKai: Community Cooking Group β Community Link
π WΔnaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street (Kitchen)
π¦ 11:30am β 2pm
π² Free
Connect with others over a shared lunch. No skills required β all ages and stages welcome.
π Contact: [email protected]
Saturday 25 October
HΔwea Food Forest β Working Bees
π 130 Domain Road, HΔwea Flat
π 10am β 1pm
π² Volunteer
Morning gatherings continue while weather allows. Dress warmly, bring a cuppa, and enjoy the team spirit. Tools provided. Seasonal veggies to share.
π Contact: [email protected]
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 9:30am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Drop in and help in the garden. No skills required.
π Contact: [email protected]
Tuesday 28 October
Te KΔkano Aotearoa Trust β Nursery Sessions
π See βOur Nurseryβ for location
π 9am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Help nurture local native plants. Volunteers always welcome β no registration required.
π Contact: [email protected]
Wednesday 29 October
Grow WΔnaka β Working Bee
π Grow WΔnaka, Outlet Road
π 4:30pm β 6pm
π² Volunteer
Support local gardening projects. Drop-in style β no skills needed.
π Contact: [email protected]
Te KΔkano Aotearoa Trust β Nursery Sessions
π See βOur Nurseryβ for location
π 9am β 12pm
π² Volunteer
Care for native plants. All welcome β no registration required.
π Contact: [email protected]
Cat Rescue Wanaka are offering free Snip'n'Chips
Anyone in the community who has a cat that isn't yet desexed or microchipped. Kittens as young as four months can become parents, so please get in touch ASAP to prevent additional litters this summer.
Email [email protected]
or call 021 1029 130.
Craft Market
Handmade NZ Art, Craft and Design held on Pembroke Park every Sunday (except March 9th) Check out the crafts and chat to the makers
Stitch n Yarn, Crafting Wanaka
Every Tuesday night through the winter at Edgewater Hotel from 7pm. Come for a knit, crochet, craft and a chat. Everyone is welcome, all crafts, all levels, all ages, all genders. Beginner knitting supplies and tuition available for free.
Contact: [email protected]
