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Contact us if you'd like to join a class, hire community space or a bus, or to volunteer!

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The Village Cafe Project

Our latest social enterprise presents an exciting employment pathway to youth, provides a community hub, and promotes healthier local eating options in the Mangere community. More info here...

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Mangere East Matariki
June 2019, for more info: hone@mangereeast.org | 09 275 6161

Our Organisation 


The Mangere East Community Centre is run by the Mangere East ACCESS Trust.  An independent charitable organisation set up in 1997 to serve people living in the Mangere East community.  The Centre space is open 7am - 6pm Monday to Friday.  Please feel free to drop-in and find out how to get involved. Our activities are run in partnership with other organisations, community groups and community members.  Over 2,000 people each week enjoy activities at our centre which are supported through funding partnerships & private donations.  The grants we receive enable us to run a vibrant and busy community centre while making it accessible to everyone.  

Term 4, 2019 

From Monday 7 October 2019, call 09 275-6161

The Mangere East Community Centre is a learning hub.  Our programmes & classes aim to enrich peoples lives & respond to the changing needs in our community.  Phone 275 6161 for more information or 'drop us a line' to enrol in any of our community classes and programmes. 

MONDAY​

TE REO MĀORI
6pm - 8:30pm ~ FREE  
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Māori Language & culture (intermediate)

Te Akonga - Karanga, Tikanga, Reo
6pm - 8:30pm ~ Koha
Develop your understanding of Maori protocols and cultural practices, learn the art of karanga, tikanga and associated reo Whaea Jean. Beginners (limited - 15)

TUESDAY

ETHNIC CRAFTS & SEWING
​5:30pm- 7:30pm

Make new friends and learn how to sew traditional items. 

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (E.S.O.L) 
Classes run every term (Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri). Call (09) 278 9099 to register.
Beginners, low beginners and beginners classes offered here at the Centre.

SEWING - Beginners
11:30am - 2:30pm ~ FREE 
Learning to sew is a skill that lasts a lifetime. Save money, make your own clothes and have fun at the same time.

TE REO MĀORI
6pm - 8:30pm ~ FREE  
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Māori Language & culture for Beginners

WEDNESDAY
TAI CHI
12.30pm - 1.30pm ~ FREE 
​Keep your body moving! Low impact and gentle fitness with our experienced and motivating tutor.


THURSDAY

KOROWAI CLASS
6pm -8.30pm ~ $40 for materials 
​Cloak weaving and other traditional Māori crafts for learners of all levels. 


FRIDAY

KOROWAI CLASS
10am -2pm ~ $40 for materials 
​Cloak weaving and other traditional Māori crafts for learners of all levels. 

ZUMBA
6:o0pm - 7:00pm ~ FREE 
​Lets dance ourselves to a healthier tomorrow through basic dance moves

"I moved to New Zealand not knowing any English, I was in that situation for 40 years until I came here. Now I work in the courts writing reports for lawyers and judges. I thought I was too old to learn, you're never too old to learn" - Literacy Student
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BEFORE & AFTERSCHOOL
Fun, professional care for school aged children here at the centre. We also have holiday programmes. More information here. 
PARENTING SUPPORT 
We encourage all parents; couples, single parents & parents, whether you have day to day care of your children or not, to join our programmes.  Everyone is Welcome :) 

Every family faces their own unique challenges, we provide support to make sure no parent goes through those challenges alone. Call (09) 263 0798 for more information. 
Hoki Ki Te Rito - Mellow Parenting
Parenting for mothers, fathers & couples
14 week programme 

Mondays 9.30am - 2.30pm
FREE plus childcare, meals & transport
Incredible Years 
Parenting Programme 
14 week programme
evening & daytime programmes 
FREE plus childcare, meals & transport 
6pm-8.30pm.
Mellow Bumps
Ante-natal parenting programme
6 weeks plus meet the babies session

FREE plus meals & transport 
Wednesdays 9.30am - 11.30am
Ph: 263-0798 or 275-6161 for more information. 
“I don’t know how I can show others how much the fathers programme has meant to me.  It gave me hope."
“I share with others what has changed for my son because I did the course.  [Parents] might be less threatened if we share the impact on our children.”  
CONTACT US TODAY 
phone: 09 275 6161
email: fiona@mangereest.org

Community Hire


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Venue Hire
We have three spaces available for hire, ideal for birthday parties, family functions, workshops and meetings. Only *$25.00 per hour for each space. 

HALL VENUE - 120 people
Facilities: Wheelchair access, Kitchen (zip, oven, microwave), Bathrooms, Tables & Chairs. 

CLASSROOM SPACE - 40 people
Facilities: Wheelchair access, Kitchen (zip, oven, microwave), Bathrooms, Tables & Chairs.

CONFERENCE ROOM - 16 people
Facilities: Wheelchair access, Kitchen (zip, microwave) Bathrooms, Conference table & Chairs.  

*$100 Bond (reimbursed following business day) Prices include access to chairs, tables, kitchen facilities including oven & zip.
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Bus Hire 
We have 3 large passenger vehicles for hire with our own experienced & friendly drivers at Very affordable prices.  Great for group trips e.g. sports teams, school, family, church, work groups etc.

Blue Bus:    33 seats                                        
Mini-van 1: 15 seats
Mini-van 2: 13 seats 


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Mangere East Community Centre
372 Massey Road, Mangere East

fiona@mangereeast.org
(09) 275 6161