Te Pou Oranga o te Whakatōhea

Te Pou Oranga o te Whakatōhea Whanau Ora, Hapu Ora, Ka Ora ai te Iwi
"When the whānau are well, the Iwi will thrive"

11/08/2026

Mā te whakamahi e ora ai te reo.

Ia kupu ka whakapuakina, he pitomata o te reo e kawe ana ki te anamata.
Te kōrero ki ngā tamariki, ki te kāinga, ki te mahi hoki.

Ehara i te mea me mōhio koe ki te katoa kia timata i tēnei haerenga; ahakoa he iti he pounamu.

Whānau ora, hapū ora, ka ora ai te iwi.
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Reo lives when we use it.

Every kupu spoken is another thread carried forward.
At home, at mahi, with our tamariki, around the table.

You don't need to know everything to begin.
Sometimes one kupu today becomes a whole kōrero tomorrow.

Whānau ora, hapū ora, ka ora ai te Iwi

Ko wai au?He nui ake tō tuakiritanga i tō ingoa. Ka ora tonu i tō whakapapa, i roto hoki i ngā kōrero hīanga a ngā kaumā...
04/08/2026

Ko wai au?

He nui ake tō tuakiritanga i tō ingoa. Ka ora tonu i tō whakapapa, i roto hoki i ngā kōrero hīanga a ngā kaumātua.

Ki ngā wāhi hāneanea o te kāinga. I roto i nga pūrākau o ia whānau e whāngai ana ki ngā reanga hou e heke mai nei.

Ka whakapakarihia tō hononga ki a koe anō, ka whakapakarihia hoki te tūāpapa o tō oranga.

Whānau ora, hapū ora, ka ora ai te iwi.

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Who am I?

Our identity lives in more than our name.

It lives in our whakapapa. In the reo we hear from our kaumātua. In the places that feel like home. In the stories carried by our whānau.

When we strengthen our connection to who we are, we strengthen the foundations of our wellbeing.

Whānau ora, Hapū ora, Ka ora ai te Iwi

27/07/2026

Join Te Pou Oranga Whaiora | Walk alongside whānau on their journey to healing

He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.

At Te Pou Oranga Whaiora, we believe healing begins with connection.

As a kaupapa Māori, two-tier addiction recovery service delivered under the korowai of Whakatōhea in partnership with the Eastern Bay Iwi Provider Alliance, we walk alongside whaiora and their whānau as they reconnect with themselves, their identity and their future.

Our mahi is grounded in whanaungatanga, manaakitanga and rangatiratanga. Every day we create safe spaces where hope can grow, relationships can be restored, and whānau are supported to reclaim their own pathway to oranga.

Our Whare Oranga is more than supported accommodation. Nestled amongst the whenua, moana, awa and ngahere of Whakatōhea, the natural environment becomes part of the healing journey, nurturing wellbeing ā tinana, ā hinengaro, ā wairua hoki.

If you're looking for more than just a job and want to be part of a team committed to meaningful, whānau-centred change, we'd love to hear from you.

Nō tātau, mō tātau, e ai ki a tātau.

By us, for us, according to us.

🌿 View our current opportunities and join our journey.
https://www.whakatohea.co.nz/careers

Whether you're looking to build new skills, return to study, or open the door to new career opportunities, our New Zeala...
18/07/2026

Whether you're looking to build new skills, return to study, or open the door to new career opportunities, our New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration & Technology) Level 4 could be the perfect place to start.

This practical qualification will help you build confidence in business administration, technology, and workplace skills that can support your future employment or further study.

✨ Growing skills. Building confidence and creating opportunities for our people. Join us and take the next step in your learning journey. 💙

📅 Enrolments are open now

🗓️ Classes run Tuesday – Friday | 9:30am – 2:30pm

Semester 2 Starts 21st July - 11 December

💬 Got pātai? We'd love to kōrero with you.

📍 Visit us at 122 St John Street (Elliot Street Entrance)

📞 0800 TOHEA TE AKO

📧 [email protected]

🌱 Your future starts with one decision. Take the first step today.

17/07/2026

Education creates opportunities. Not only for individuals but for whānau, hapū and future generations.

Our New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Fruit Production) has been supporting those already working in the horticulture industry to gain recognised qualifications while continuing to learn and earn. With flexible enrolment options get in touch when you are ready!

We also offer a New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration & Technology) Level 4 that is designed to support those who are ready to grow their skills, strengthen their confidence, and invest in their future.

Whether you're returning to study, looking to build new capabilities, or exploring new pathways these qualifications provides practical knowledge and real-world skills in a supportive learning environment.

For more information about either programme, we'd love to kōrero with you.

📞 0800 TOHEA TE AKO
📧 [email protected]

✨ Manawatia a Matariki ✨Matariki is more than the beginning of a new year. It is a time to pause, remember, celebrate, a...
09/07/2026

✨ Manawatia a Matariki ✨
Matariki is more than the beginning of a new year. It is a time to pause, remember, celebrate, and look forward together as Whakatōhea.

Ka maumahara tātou | We remember

We honour those who have journeyed beyond the veil since the last rising of Matariki. We remember the aroha they shared, the wisdom they passed on, and the footprints they have left for us to follow. Though they may no longer walk beside us, they remain woven into our whakapapa and live on through us.

Ka whakanui tātou | We celebrate

Matariki is a time to gather with whānau, to share kai, laughter, waiata, kōrero and games. It reminds us that our greatest strength has always been each other. Through coming together, we strengthen our connections, celebrate our achievements, and give thanks for the abundance that surrounds us.

Ka anga whakamua tātou | We look to the future

As the stars rise, so too do our aspirations. Matariki invites us to reflect on the future we are creating—not just for ourselves, but for our tamariki and mokopuna.

What legacy will we leave?

What stories will they tell about us?

How will our actions today strengthen Whakatōheatanga for generations yet to come?

As Te Tāwharau o Te Whakatōhea, our commitment is to continue serving our whānau, hapū and iwi so that together we can realise our shared vision:

Tū Ake Whakatōhea — We are united, connected and thriving as Whakatōhea.

This Matariki, may we honour those who came before us, cherish the people beside us, and walk with purpose towards the future we are building together.

✨ Manawatia a Matariki. Mānawatia te tau hou Māori.

Hōngongoi | Te Tīmatanga Hou 🌿The beginning of a new season. The beginning of new opportunities.As Matariki rises, we ar...
01/07/2026

Hōngongoi | Te Tīmatanga Hou 🌿

The beginning of a new season. The beginning of new opportunities.

As Matariki rises, we are reminded that every new year starts by knowing where we have come from and being intentional about where we are heading.

This month, you'll find opportunities to learn, connect, celebrate, strengthen your wellbeing, and deepen your connection to Whakatōhea.

Whether you're here in the rohe or living afar, there is a place for you in the kaupapa.This month's calendar is filled with opportunities for our people to come together, support one another, and continue building the future we want for our mokopuna.

Tū Ake Whakatōhea - We are united, connected and thriving as Whakatōhea.

See what's happening this month.

🌿 Te Puna o Tarawa is reopening.Sometimes new beginnings grow from life's biggest challenges.After months of planning, p...
26/06/2026

🌿 Te Puna o Tarawa is reopening.

Sometimes new beginnings grow from life's biggest challenges.

After months of planning, preparation and the unwavering commitment of our kaiako and kaimahi, we are delighted to welcome our tamariki and whānau back to Te Puna o Tarawa from Monday, 29 June at our new home:
📍 104 Richard Street, Ōpōtiki

This reopening is about more than a new building. It's about creating a safe, nurturing space where our tamariki can learn, grow and flourish, surrounded by aroha, manaakitanga and the strength of our community.

To every whānau who has stood alongside us throughout this journey, thank you. Your patience, encouragement and belief in our kaupapa have helped make this possible.

We can't wait to welcome both familiar and new faces through our doors.
For enrolment enquiries:
📧 [email protected]
📞 07 315 5967

Or visit us at 104 Richard Street during normal business hours.

Whānau Ora. Hapū Ora. Ka Ora ai te Iwi.

Address

7 Moody Place, Ōpōtiki
Opotiki
3122

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30am
Friday 8:30am - 4:30am

Telephone

+6473156150

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