OUR HOUSE
YOUR HOME

He aha te mea nui o tō tātou whare?
He Tāngata, He Tāngata, He Tāngata.
What is of most importance in our house?
It is people, people, people.

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A safe and healthy community

Our dream is to create a vibrant and thriving community in Whaingaroa - one that is safe, healthy, and supportive for all who call it home. By working together and supporting one another, we can make a difference.

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Mike Rarere smiling at the front desk of the community house

Weekly calendar

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Discover our weekly services

Chris and Mike having a game of chess
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10.00am - 12.00pm

Learn to play chess

Chris will challenge you or teach you - try chess on Mondays

Haircut station in basement
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10.00am - 12.00pm

Free haircuts

Every second Monday, Desmae will give you a free haircut in the basement of the community house. 4th, 18th August. Phone us to check 078258142.

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7.00pm

Narcotics Anonymous Support Group

Get support to stay clean and recover from the effects of addiction.

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6.00pm - 7.00pm

Te Reo with Whaea Lucy

Short and fun lessons designed to give you the basics in Te Reo Maori.

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4.15pm

KickBoxing 4Youth

A free kickboxing program for youth 12-25 years down in basement every Monday during school term at Raglan Community House.

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12.00pm - 2.00pm

Koha Kai

Come in for a hot lunch and meet new people in our community. Koha can be a coin or two, some surplus veges or a hand with clean up.

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9.30am – 3.30pm

Maori Wardens

Come and have a chat with your local friendly Maori Wardens

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9:15am - 11.15am

Children's Toy Library

For an annual fee you can borrow toys for a certain period of time.

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9am -4pm

Mid week cuppa

Come in and have a cuppa and a chat with us or start reading one of our many books (only $1 each).

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10.00am - 12.00pm

Probation Service

Check in with our Probation Officer at the Community House

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1.00pm - 1.30pm

Justice of the Peace

A JP can witness your signature on some documents. A free service.

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3.00pm - 4.00pm

Technology Support

A free service to assist you with basic phone, tablet or laptop problems.

Nothing exciting happens today but you can still grab a cuppa
Nothing exciting happening today but drop in for a cuppa.
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Support the raglan community house

Your donation can help Raglan Community House fund vital programs and services that empower our community. Whether it's a one-time or regular contribution, every dollar counts and makes a real difference in creating a vibrant, healthy, and supportive Whaingaroa. Join us in making a lasting impact on Raglan - contribute today!

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become a volunteer

Our volunteers are an essential part of our mission to build a strong, supportive community. By giving your time and energy you'll be making a real difference in the lives of those who call Raglan home. Join our team of amazing volunteers today.

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Community matters

This is where we celebrate our wins - big and small.

Te reo taking off with Whaea Lucy

Op shop's biggest sale yet

Saturday club a success

Paw-sitive impact of volunteer pets

3 new supporters

Empowering the community

Building community through technology

Welcome mihi for Suz

Suzie's got a new hat