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Kaumatua Activities & Programmes

Taikura: The Taikura programme is designed to assist Maori over 55 years in improving their health and well being through participating in a range of activities. These activities range from physical activity, food and nutrition to waiata and personal development.

Tuesday, 6pm to 7pm.

Kāinga Tautoko: Socialisation: Facilitate access to activities that promote wellness and independence while increasing personal networks Exercise and Fitness: Provide access to exercise at appropriate levels.

Kaumatua Services: Free monthly three point health checks including: testing blood pressure, weight and height checks as well as regular physical activities.  Education on improved health and nutrition.  Smoking cessation or reduction and breast and cervical screening.  Monthly social hui at local Marae in the community - check the Calendar of Events for specific dates.

Regular physical activities: Tai Chi Class, Exercise Class

Physical activity: Friday, 9.30am to 10.30am, Te Whare Oranga

Tai Chi: Monday, 9am to 10am, Transition Room.

Event Contact

Aroha Karaitiana

Phone: 06 871 5350

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Kaumatua Hīkoi Whenua

A group of 25 kaumatua took up the challenge to climb Otatara Maunga. This event was organised in collaboration with He Oranga Poutama, Spo view

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