Nau mai, haere mai ki Waimanako;
Pepeha for Waimanako
Ko Taranaki te maunga
Ko Huatoki te awa
Ko Paiare, ko Paitawa, ngā toka tapu
Ko Tokomaru te waka
Ko Te Atiawa te iwi
Ko Ngāti te Whiti te hapū
Ko Mawhera te pā Tauranga waka,
Ko Pukaka, ko Te Kāwau, ko Puke Ariki ngā pā tawhito
Ko Parahuka te marae
Tihei mauriora
The Waters of Hope
Waimanako is a community hub, offering free, no-strings-attached mental health support. Built above the flowing, life-giving waters of Huatoki Stream, it is a trauma-informed environment of compassion, support, aroha, collaboration, connection and hope. We have a no drugs/alcohol rule, and believe in working ‘Above the Line’.
Awhi mai; Stand above the path of the Huatoki Stream facing upstream, towards Taranaki Maunga. Imagine the gifts of the awa flowing towards you and filling you up with hope, support, strength, health, courage, aroha, forgiveness – whatever you need or ask for.
Awhi atu; Stand above the path of the Huatoki Stream facing downstream, towards the sea, and let go of everything you need to – hurt, anger, frustration, sadness, resentment, jealousy or the past. You choose. Let all those emotions and thoughts flow away with Huatoki and out to sea.
Find out what’s coming up next at our Support Hub: Waimanako – browse what’s coming up in our Workshop Kete over the next couple of weeks.
If you see something of interest, click to register, so we can confirm your space, and keep you updated or answer any questions:) Click + to view.
Can’t find the workshop you’re looking for? Let us know here and we’ll be in touch!
Waimanako's Workshop Kete
| Workshop Name | Happening Next | Who It's for | Workshop Description | Register | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop Name | Happening Next | Who It's for | Workshop Description | Register |
Nau mai, haere mai ki Waimanako;
The Waters of Hope
Waimanako is a community hub, offering free, no-strings-attached mental health support. Built above the flowing, life-giving waters of Huatoki Stream, it is a trauma-informed environment of compassion, support, aroha, collaboration, connection and hope. We have a no drugs/alcohol rule, and believe in working ‘Above the Line’.
Awhi mai; Stand above the path of the Huatoki Stream facing upstream, towards Taranaki Maunga. Imagine the gifts of the awa flowing towards you and filling you up with hope, support, strength, health, courage, aroha, forgiveness – whatever you need or ask for.
Awhi atu; Stand above the path of the Huatoki Stream facing downstream, towards the sea, and let go of everything you need to – hurt, anger, frustration, sadness, resentment, jealousy or the past. You choose. Let all those emotions and thoughts flow away with Huatoki and out to sea.
For every name, a story
Hope in Māori is ‘Tumanako’ – the term ‘manako’ speaks to desire, a longing for. The water from Huatoki Stream flows under Waimanako; the Māori word for water is ‘Wai’. A beautiful name has been gifted to us, which speaks to the flow of water and hope. The name is ‘Waimanako – Water of Hope”=’, with Huatoki as a cleansing kaupapa: restoration for those who seek support.
A stream has many tributaries. In Māori, these are known as ‘manga’. Each space is like a tributary to ‘Waimanako’ or a branch off from the source. So each area of Waimanako is a ‘Manga’.
The Koha Cafe is known as “Manga Huakai” or “tributary of abundant food.”
Manga Taupaepae (The Tributary of Abundant Welcome) is where visitors are received.
Manga Huatau (The Tributary that Brings Abundant Peace) and Manga Huaora (The Tributary that Brings Abundant Wellbeing and Safety) are whānau support spaces.
The Confidence Centre is known as “Manga Hapahāpai” (The Tributary of Abundant Uplifting)
Manga Huatahi (The Tributary that Brings Abundant Togetherness and Collaboration) – is a space for collaborative working.
Manga Huatoi (The Tributary of Abundant Creativity) is where creativity abounds.
Find out what’s coming up next at our Support Hub: Waimanako – browse what’s coming up in our Workshop Kete over the next couple of weeks. If you see something of interest, click to register, so we can confirm your space, and keep you updated or answer any questions:) Click + to view.
Can’t find the workshop you’re looking for? Let us know here and we’ll be in touch!
Waimanako's Workshop Kete
| Workshop Name | Happening Next | Who It's for | Workshop Description | Register | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop Name | Happening Next | Who It's for | Workshop Description | Register |
The Koha Cafe is known as “Manga Huakai” or “tributary of abundant food.”
Manga Taupaepae (The Tributary of Abundant Welcome) is where visitors are received.
Manga Huatau (The Tributary that Brings Abundant Peace) and Manga Huaora (The Tributary that Brings Abundant Wellbeing and Safety) are whānau support spaces.
The Confidence Centre is known as “Manga Hapahāpai” (The Tributary of Abundant Uplifting)
Manga Huatahi (The Tributary that Brings Abundant Togetherness and Collaboration) – is a space for collaborative working.
Manga Huatoi (The Tributary of Abundant Creativity) is where creativity abounds.
What is Waimanako?
A community support hub located in the heart of New Plymouth, Waimanako is safe, holistic, and collaborative, providing a kete of programmes and support services.
Waimanako; workshops
Check out our selection of workshops, and learn more about what to expect from them!
Tautoko our mahi
We rely on the generosity of our community to do the work that we do. Whether your koha is kai, time, a service, or financial, every contribution is invaluable to us.
What is Waimanako?
A community support hub located in the heart of New Plymouth, Waimanako is safe, holistic, and collaborative, providing a kete of programmes and support services.
Waimanako; workshops
Check out our selection of workshops, and learn more about what to expect from them!
Tautoko our mahi
We rely on the generosity of our community to do the work that we do. Whether your koha is kai, time, a service, or financial, every contribution is invaluable to us.
Manga Hapahāpai
The Confidence Centre is a drop-in support space set up to tautoko/support anyone dealing with anxiety.
Mātapono/Values
Āwhina: Support and advocacy provided collaboratively within the community with resilience and adaptability to change
Manaakitanga: Open-ended, mana-enhancing, trauma-informed care, freely and abundantly provided without barriers
Tikanga: A holistic, equitable approach that champions Tino Rangatiratanga, choice, and evidence-based practice
Whakawhanaungatanga: Long-term, trusting, authentic partnerships with people and services
kaupapa
Pou Kotahitanga / Being There at the Grassroots:
Responding to need with early intervention
Pou Oranga / Improving the Wellbeing of Whānau Going Through Tough Times: Actively working to prevent suicide
Pou Ōritenga / Addressing Root Causes: Improving the landscape with accountability to the stories of the whānau we support
Our Impact:
People welcomed in since we opened our doors
Hours of Listening Ears given to those in need of support
Meals provided free of charge
Dollars returned to local creatives through our Crafty Creations shop
Mātapono/Values
Āwhina: Collaboration, adaptability, advocacy, awhi and navigation
Manaakitanga: Open-ended, mana-enhancing, trauma-informed care, freely and abundantly provided without barriers
Tikanga: Tino Rangatiratanga; equity; options; holistic (Whare Tapa Whā); evidence-based
Whakawhanaungatanga: Long-term, trusting, authentic partnerships with people and services
kaupapa
Pou Kotahitanga / Being There at the Grassroots:
Responding to need with early intervention; listening, learning, and reaching out
Pou Oranga / Improving the Wellbeing of Whānau Going Through Tough Times: Suicide prevention
Pou Ōritenga / Addressing Root Causes: Improving the landscape with accountability to whānau stories; Pae Ora / healthy futures for all New Zealanders
Our Impact:
People welcomed in since we opened our doors
Meals provided free of charge
Dollars returned to local creatives through our Crafty Creations shop
Hours of Listening Ears given to those in need of support
Get in Touch. Get Involved.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you, no matter what brings you here.
E kore koe e noho mokemoke ana. You are not alone.
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