Community Groups

“Art is standing with one hand extended into the universe and one hand extended into the world, and letting ourselves be a conduit for passing energy” Albert Einstein. This space is currently a place for local community Artists, Writers and crafters to display and sell their creations. The "gallery" is located at Waiuku Family Support. If you would like to be part of the display please contact us.

Cornerstone Christian Church moved into "the church on the hill" at the beginning of 2023 and we love our new home.  Everyone is welcome to attend our Sunday Services which are held at 10am including a children's programme followed by fellowship around a cup of tea/coffee or once a month a shared lunch.

We run several programmes from the Church including Mainly Music on  a Monday for mothers and toddlers, Gampizmo for youth on the Peninsula, Marriage Courses, Money Courses and "Our Table" which is a weekly lunch for those in our community needing good sustenance and company.  We also have Chaplaincy & Counselling available.

We love our community and work together with the other churches of Waiuku to provide a Foodbank, services at Estuary Village, the Light Party (alternative to Halloween) and School Holiday Programmes to name a few.

Intercept covers a number of different areas including: Security Division: 1. Static Guards 2. Mobile Patrols 3. Alarm Response 4. Alarm Monitoring 5. Corporate & Event Security Staff 6. Alarm Installation & Service 7. CCTV Installation & Service 8. Access Control Confidential Document Destruction 1. 120 Litre Bin with Padlock 2. 240 Litre Bin with Padlock Fire & Protection Division 1. Building WOF 2. Sale, Rental & Service of Fire Extinguishers, Fire Blankets & Fire Hoses Hire Division 1. Temporary Fencing 2. Portaloos 3. Crowd Control Barriers 4. Traffic Control Other Services 1. Cleaning (Event, Commercial, Industrial, Residential) 2. Drug & Alcohol Testing 3. Skip Tracing 4. Document Serving 5. Repossessions 6. Cash Collection & Banking 7. Recruitment (Labourers etc.)

THE LIGHTHOUSE IS OPEN AGAIN 

The slip on Manukau Heads Road has now been repaired and visitors can drive to this amazing attraction once again!

Your kind donations when you enter the Lighthouse to assist with it's ongoing maintenance, will be very much appreciated.

Visitors to the Manukau Heads Lighthouse and it's beautiful natural setting, feel a sense of reconnection with nature.

Auckland's highest most remote lighthouse is open daily until 5pm. One of the hidden gems of Franklin. Enjoy breathtaking views of the treacherous Manukau Bar which sank the HMS Orpheous in 1863, spectacular vistas across to Auckland and to the western horizon. This is one of the few lighthouses where you can climb to the top. You can make a donation to assist with the ongoing maintenance of this beautiful piece of history. For directions go to their website listed here. On route make a stop at one of the lovely sleepy bays lining the east coast of the peninsula, Awhitu Regional Park or the rugged west coast. Other places of interest in the area; Pollok Co-op Art Gallery with it's unique local arts and crafts where you can enjoy a coffee in the sculpture garden, Settlers Rest Cafe and Awhitu Wines where you can taste beautiful boutique wines and take some home to enjoy.

Marama Hou Ministries Trust has been operating since 1985 in the Waiuku Community. It was first founded by Pastor Richard Taikato as a Christian School in Bicultural Studies. It is based on Christian beliefs, principles and values.The Trust was set up for Christian Faith and Fellowship and later a provider of Social Services for families living in the Waiuku areas.Services:It offers Whanau Support and Care for Children, Youth and Families, based at the Hamilton Estate Community Hall.A provider of WINZ and CYFS approved 'Before and After School' care programmes, based at View Road School Hall.Managers of WRLFC League sports and a free community Playgroup for under 5 year olds.Organises youth group social nights, camps, Up & Go playground activities and family events.Managers of volunteers at the Waiuku Community Gardens.

Services include Counselling for Individuals, couples and families Parenting Consultant Personal development courses and workshops Courses: Run weekly for the duration of the school term. ​Workshops: When a workshop is held it will be during the week and/or on a Saturday.

The club meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month on a Wednesday at 6.00 pm for 6.30pm at the
Waiuku Bowling Club Rooms (Belguim Street, Parking to the right of the Heli pad)

St. Andrew's Centre is a Methodist / Presbyterian church, part of the Waiuku and District Combined Churches parish. The parish includes St Andrew's Centre and Awhitu Central Church. All are warmly welcome to attend either of our Sunday services—9.30am at St Andrew's and 11am at Awhitu Central (16 Hamilton Road). We also have a variety of weekday fellowship and Bible study groups. 

At St Andrew's Centre we offer regular programmes and activities for the community. These include playgroup and mainly music, a seniors' programme, a social group for tweens (9-12 year olds), an ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) group, and a peer support group for grandparents who are involved in the day-to-day care of their grandchildren and possibly also caring for elderly parents. We host monthly music concerts on the first Sunday of the month (March to November) and the annual Flora Fest event in mid-November.

If you have any queries please contact us or drop in. 

The shop is a non-profit organisation and relies on donations of goods from the community. Monies raised, after supporting the Church, are donated back into the community. 

Come in-store to donate, volunteer or shop and find out why we're NZ’s most trusted charity.

At Te Ara Rangatahi Charitable Trust we are a youth lead operation implementing the aspirations of Rangatahi in the Franklin area. We support Rangatahi into Education and Employment pathways by inspiring and motivating them to unlock their true potential and dream big.

The Mudlarks are a very special group of people in our community who are passionate about our waterways and keeping them healthy for future generations. They volunteer their time for this very worthwhile cause.

They have made huge progress since they started in 2009 and have given over 50,000 person hours to this ongoing project.

They have cleared over 28 hectares of mangroves, rejuvenating the waterways, the bird life and natural ecosystems.  Before they started their work, the area around this wharf had mangroves on each side, with only a narrow channel of water left.  What you see now as you look out on the Waiuku river and trail, used to be solid mangroves.

Since resource consent was approved they have resumed their work, tirelessly cutting mangroves, to clear and beautify our waterways. They are now under way working under the terms of a new, 35 year, 75ha consent that covers, with a few exceptions, all mangroves down to the needles.

The removed mangroves are turned into mulch and re-used to help with operating costs.

How can you help?  The Mudlarks are always looking for volunteers to help with this huge undertaking. If you would like to support them but don’t have the time or health to get out there, you can join the Waiuku Estuary Restoration Trust. This is an incorporated society and membership is $10 per annum, per household. All these funds go into the operational costs of clearing the mangroves. You can donate or become a member at the Waiuku Information Centre. If anyone is keen or willing to contribute half a day's work now and again, or more often, please contact Chairman, Ian Scobie 09 235 2246 or Dave Gribble 09 235 8867.

To volunteer, make a donation or become a member, you can also enquire at the Waiuku Information Centre, 2 Queen St Waiuku.

Cost is $2 per person. Anyone from 17 years up is welcome.

For more details contact either: Wilma Suppers on 09 235 2106 or 021 169 2561 or Moka on 09 235 0464

Community group for the retired and semi-retired Meets every 3rd Thursday, 10am at the Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club with the exception of December (2nd Tuesday) and January (no meeting)

Members enjoy the convivial atmosphere of painting/sketching and sharing knowledge
There are no formal lessons - however individuals with more experience happily offer advice when asked.
Artistic medium is the choice of each person.  Oil paints, watercolours, acrylics, charcoal, crayons, pencils and pastels

The cost per week is minimal, a Gold Coin donation which also covers a cup of tea or coffee

Tables and chairs are provided in the large space.  if you have your own portable table, you are most welcome to bring it

If you would like to further your interest in painting and be part of a friendly group do feel welcome to just "drop in" and see what the group achieves

Better still - bring your paints, brushed and paper and have a go!

We patrol Waiuku town area including businesses, schools, subdivisions, beaches, and reserves, plus surrounding rural areas.
· We identify and report any suspicious/criminal activity
· Gather information for Police through observing and note taking
· We assist at accident and crime scenes
· We watch out for stolen vehicles and property and missing persons
· We assist at community events including crowd control

 You will be required to undergo a Police Vetting check

Information in process of being updated to reflect the wide range of support available.

 Every Thursday between 10am – 2pm an informal group of artistic painters gather to offer fellowship, inspiration, encouragement and challenges for each other. Each person provides their own materials. All painting mediums are used and individuality is respected.Bring a gold coin donation for Tea & Coffee and Parking is available.Anyone who is keen to pursue their artistic learnings in this friendly environment, please do call in at the Christian Fellowship Centre on any Thursday from 10am – 2pm.Or Please Contact:   Peter Budd 09 235 5706 Email:  pjbuddnz@gmail.com

OPEN: Wednesday to Sunday 10am -3pm

For Visitor Information, Bus & Train Information, Gifts & Souvenirs, Local Community Information and other services.

The Waiuku Information Centre is run by the Waiuku Business & Development Association and a group of wonderful volunteers.

If you would like information about the area, pop in and see us. Waiuku and the Awhitu peninsula has so much to offer, from Four Wheel drive adventures to the unique local arts and beautiful beaches to explore.

Gifts and souvenirs are available to purchase (cash sales only).

Waiuku Credit Notes are available to buy as gifts or for your next trip to Waiuku. These are accepted at most retail stores in Waiuku. Credit notes can be purchased at the Information Centre (Wed, Thurs or Fridays) or from Waiuku Business Association (Mon-Fri) Ph 09 235 6231 Email manager@waiukutown.co.nz  Cash or Online banking payments accepted, prior to Credit notes being issued.

Auckland Transport Hop Cards for use on Buses and Trains are not available from the Information Centre. They can be purchased at Kitchener Rd Superette and Queen St Superette in Waiuku. Card 'top ups' or to register for Senior or Student discounted rates must be done online or at Pukekohe/ Papakura train stations.  If your NZ issued Bank Debit /EFTPOS card has contactless payment facility (tap and pay), this can be used in place of the Hop Card but will not allow for Senior or Student discounts.

Other services at the Information Centre:

Wednesdays from 11.30am-1.30pm - Justice of the Peace clinic. This is a drop in clinic, no appointment needed.

Waiuku Lions Club gathers volunteers from the community, helping with fundraisers, and doing the most for the community. 

Waiuku Red Hatters is one of the original chapters of the Red Hatter movement in New Zealand that was started in the USA The group is formed from the delightful poem by Jenny Joseph which starts with - "when I am old I shall wear purple with a red hat" https://www.poemhunter.com/poem/warning/#content The group meets the third Thursday of each month at 11.30am at The Kentish Hotel. On occasion we travel to other chapter's birthday celebrations, events and parties Dress code is over 55 years purple with a red hat, younger women are also included, called pinkies and they wear pink and lavender (note there is no compulsion to prove one's age). Bling is encouraged - there is never too much bling with any outfit When it's your birthday month the ladies change the colour scheme to red with a purple hat As you can imagine the ladies are very supportive of the Waiuku Op shops There is no joining fee, only cost is lunch and favourite tipple. Next meeting October 15, 11.30 at the Kentish Hotel. Everyone welcome

The Backstage Theatre is home to the Waiuku Theatre Group Incorporated (a registered charity). Waiuku Theatre endeavours to have three productions a year – two plays and a pantomime for children. The group has been running since 1972, officially incorporated in 1976 and has been at Backstage since 1991. The theatre is attached to the rear of the Waiuku War Memorial Hall where the performance of our pantomimes takes place. The Backstage theatre has raked seating for 60 and is air-conditioned for patrons comfort.

The group is run by an executive committee, which is elected annually.

The 2024 Waiuku Theatre Group Inc. Committee;

Welcome to the Waiuku Toy Library!

We are a charitable volunteer-run organisation which aims to provide well-designed, educational toys, play equipment, puzzles and more for local children up to the age of 8 at a minimal cost to their families. We love to meet new members so check out the below details and pop in for a chat and view our toy range for yourself. Location:Pollok Cottage, bottom of Queen St, next to Hartmann House, Waiuku Operating Hours: Thursday 9:30am - 11.30am, Saturday 9.30am - 11.30am (Subject to change at the discretion of the Waiuku Toy Library Committee) We use Facebook as our main form of communication so please click the link and like us to keep up to date with new toys and other exciting news! We also offer Party Hire- no need to be a member of the library. Discounts for members.