SENIOR'S Calendar - October
Stay connected and informed with our Seniors Calendar! This calendar highlights upcoming events, activities, and important dates specifically tailored for our senior community.
Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
This years national theme is ‘Belonging Matters’
All events are free to attend. Please register for events where registration is required.
We value your feedback, please follow the link to leave feedback Feedback Form - Mental Health Awareness Month Workshop 2026 – Fill in form.
Tuesday 27 October
Group Wanaka Al-anon Family Group
Chats sessions...Is your life affected by someone's drinking...lets catch up and see if we can support you.
Just a small space with some privacy as people can find it difficult.
We assist the community by providing the community with a weekly support group and also one on one if required at no cost except for a contribution if able. We assist when individuals or families whose life have been affected by alcohol, either in the present or if one grow up in this environment.
Time and venue: 11:30am-12:30pm, Wānaka Community Hub manager office, 34 McDougall Street.
To register: Contact for more information Robyn or Ann on 027 322 9625, email navelandrob@xtra.co.nz or annsutton@xtra.co.nz
Wednesday 28 October
Yoga Nidra by Bernadine
Rooted in an ancient yogi technique, this guided meditation is practiced lying down in Savasana. It brings deep, sleep-like rest while the mind stays awake and aware, effectively releasing stress, tension, and anxiety.
Time and venue: 1:30-2:30pm, Wānaka Community Hub meeting room, 34 McDougall Street.
To register: bernadine.balle@gmail.com
Facilitator Website:
Finding Your Fit: Creating the Conditions for Belonging by Applied Movement
Creating the conditions for belonging
What helps you feel comfortable enough to be yourself, connect with others, and experience a genuine sense of belonging? In this interactive 90-minute workshop, precision health and lifestyle coach Claire Akin Smith explores the biology, beliefs, and behaviours that shape connection. Participants will discover the environments where they thrive, examine beliefs about their differences, and explore how certain behaviours can either strengthen or hinder belonging. The focus is on understanding yourself more accurately, appreciating your strengths, and recognising opportunities for positive change. Leave with greater self-awareness, practical insights, and a clear action to support meaningful connection.
Time and venue: 5:30-7pm, Wānaka Community Hub auditorium, 34 McDougall Street.
To register: https://events.humanitix.com/finding-your-fit-creating-the-conditions-for-belonging
Facilitator Website: Applied Movement
Womens Sharing Circle by the Art of Health - CANCELLED
55+ WISE WOMENS SHARING CIRCLE – CONNECTION & BELONGING
Menopause often brings with it many life changes, including biological upheaval, changes in mental cognition, career transitions, psycho-spiritual transformation and more, as nature steers us into a brand new stage of life. Western society does little to forewarn or teach women how to navigate this significant life transition, leaving many women feeling alone and confused as they do their best to navigate new and unfamiliar territory.
This sharing circle will provide a safe space for a small group of 55+ post-menopausal women to meet, connect and share their experience of coming to grips with menopause. As we share and listen we discover we are not alone. The circle will be facilitated in a sacred way, providing an opportunity to speak from your heart, and be witnessed with compassion and nonjudgement by others. We will finish with a shared cup of tea.
Time and venue: 6-9pm, Wānaka Community Hub meeting room, 34 McDougall Street.
To register: EVENT CANCELLED https://www.emotionalalchemyacademy.com/offers/bqHF6Vuo registrations close Monday 5pm
Facilitator Website: Transformational Solutions for Optimal Wellbeing
Thursday 29 October
Understanding Your Inner Critic by Open Heart Connections
Why your inner voice isn't your enemy and how to stop letting it run your life.
The most important conversation you'll ever have is the one with yourself. Explore your inner critic, understand its purpose, and learn practical ways to respond with greater awareness and self-compassion.
Time and venue: 6-7:30pm, Wānaka Community Hub meeting room, 34 McDougall Street.
To register: https://www.open-heart-connections.com/events or ronja@open-heart-connections.com
Facilitator Website: Open Heart Connections | Mindfulness coaching & Workshops
Social Stroll by MINT
Join us for a relaxed social stroll along the lakefront. All abilities are welcome! Come connect, have a chat, enjoy the fresh air and start your day right with good company.
Time and venue: 9:15-10:15am starting from Station Park.
To register: email charlotte.jackson@minttrust.nz for more infromation.
Facilitator Website: MINT | Forging Great Lives
Friday 30 October
Ortho-Bionomy
Ease & Comfort — A Gentle Self-Care Toolkit, Inspired by Ortho-Bionomy
A free, hands-on introduction to five simple, gentle techniques anyone can use to ease tension and support their nervous system — no experience necessary. Drawing on Ortho-Bionomy principles, the session focuses on working with the body rather than against it, helping people build a small, sustainable self-care toolkit they can use anytime, anywhere. Each attendee will take home a printed guide to the techniques covered.
Time and venue: 6-7pm, Wānaka Community Hub auditorium, 34 McDougall Street.
To register: Email ob@juliafast.nz
Facilitator Website: Julia Fast
Wanaka Creative Wellbeing
Free creative art sessions for individuals over 17 experiencing health and well-being challenges. Weekly sessions.
Time and venue: 10:30am-1pm at Wānaka Community Hub auditorium, 34 McDougall Street.
To register: Email wanaka@artsenta.org
Facilitator Website: Artsenta | A creative space for tangata whaiora | Supporting wellbeing through creativity
Saturday 31 October
Belonging Begins Within by Tala
A Somatic Workshop for Mental Health Awareness Month
This Mental Health Awareness Month, Belonging Matters invites us to explore what it means to belong to community, each other and ourselves. This experiential workshop explores how stress and trauma are held within the body, creating protective patterns that shape how we experience the world. Through movement, awareness and embodied practices, you’ll learn to recognise where your body holds tension, listen to its innate intelligence and create greater safety, trust and connection within yourself.
Moving through Be Active, Give, Keep Learning, Connect and Take Notice, this workshop is an invitation to come home to your body… because belonging begins within.
Time and venue: 9am - 1pm, Wānaka Community Hub auditorium, 34 McDougall Street.
To register: https://events.humanitix.com/belonging-begins-within
Facilitator Website: Intuitive Wellness | Humanitix
Grow Wānaka Saturday Morning Bee & Tea - Volunteering
Grow Wānaka Community Garden Working Bee finishing with morning tea and a share of the collective harvest.
Time and venue: Every Saturday 9:30am-12pm, Outlet Road, Wānaka 9305.
Facilitator Website: HOME | Grow Wanaka | Wānaka Community Garden
Hāwea Food Forest Working Bee & Morning Tea - Volunteering
Join us for a morning of gardening and harvesting. Enjoy a shared morning tea. Take home some veggies, grow food resilience and learn new skills. Tools are provided. All welcome.
Time and venue: Saturdays 10am- 1pm, 130 Domain Rd, Lake Hāwea.
Facilitator Website: (6) Hawea Food Forest | Facebook
Parkrun
Parkrun is a global, free, fun and friendly weekly 5K timed community event for walkers, joggers and runners. Note you can walk, jog, run, push a buggy, bring a dog but no bikes. We have a coffee after at Edgewater - they kindly reserve us a long table inside by the pavillian, so lots of opportunity for chats with others.
Time and venue: Every Saturday at 8am from a start/finish in Wanaka Station Park, off Mt Aspiring Road at the edge of town.
To register: Click here to register for parkrun.
Facilitator Website: home | Wanaka parkrun | Wanaka parkrun
Disclaimer:
Community Link is proud to coordinate the Mental Health Awareness Month schedule. Each event is independently organised by the hosting organisation. Community Link does not endorse or make any representations regarding the expertise, information, or claims made by participating organisations.
IF YOU NEED HELP NOW:
1737 Need to talk, Freecall or text 1737, 24/7, for support from trained counsellors. www.1737.org.nz
Lifeline 0800 543 354 or text 4357 [HELP]
Family Violence: P: 0800 456 450 | www.areyouok.org.nz
Alcohol Drug Helpline: P: 0800 787 797 / Free text 8681 www.alcoholdrughelp.org.nz
The Lowdown: P: 0800 111 757 / Free text 5626 | www.thelowdown.co.nz
Youthline: P: 0800 376 633 / Free text 234 | www.youthline.co.nz
Depression: P: 0800 1114202 / Free text 4202 | www.depression.org.nz
Suicide Crisis Helpline: P: 0508 828 865 | www.lifeline.org.nz
Women’s Refuge: P: 0800 733 843 | www.womensrefuge.org.nz
Sexuality issues: 0800 688 5463 between 6-9pm | www.outline.org.nz
Your Life Live It: Helpline@yourlifeliveit.com | www.yourlifeliveit.com
0800 WHAT”S UP
Mental Health Emergency Services 0800 467 846
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
SENIOR'S Calendar - November
Stay connected and informed with our Seniors Calendar! This calendar highlights upcoming events, activities, and important dates specifically tailored for our senior community.
Employment Clinic
A free service where you can get help with the basics, support with CV’s job applications and interview preparation. Every 2 weeks until end of August 2026. Book online HERE or Call: 03 443 7799
Start-ups Free Business advice clinic
ADI.Clinic, is a regular ANGELIC DROP-IN session, which are very popular. They are a great way to engage with angels whether you have just an idea, a team and first validation, or recurring revenue and need money to scale.
Come along to this free advice clinic for startups/early stage businesses from Angel Investors in Wanaka.
Bookings are essential and can be made here.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Free Legal Advice
Community Law holds online video appointments from the Community Link offices at the Wānaka Community Hub on the first Thursday of every month between 11:00 am – 1.00 pm.
Community Law offers a free 15-minute video appointment for advice on legal issues with a qualified lawyer.
Contact us to make an appointment, click the book online link, or call 0800 169 333 or 03 4741922 for general enquiries.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
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Inland Revenue Appointment [30 minutes]
Need Help with Tax, Child Support or Family Tax Credits?
Free face-to-face information and advice with Inland Revenue on:
Personal tax
Business tax
Student loans
Child support
Family tax credits
Call Community Link on 03 443 7799 or book online.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Employment Clinic
A free service where you can get help with the basics, support with CV’s job applications and interview preparation. Every 2 weeks until end of August 2026. Book online HERE or Call: 03 443 7799
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Te Atamira Community Nights - Faces + Figures drawing workshop
Te Atamira are bringing their popular Free Community Nights to Wānaka!
Join us each month for a free, drop-in night to explore diverse creative forms like singing, drawing, dancing, writing, sewing, and more. All levels and ages welcome - no experience needed. Come along and have fun with us!
24 November - Faces and Figures Drawing workshop with Laura Varns.
About Community Nights:
Community Nights offer the Wānaka and Upper Clutha community a regular, free space where people can drop in, try something new and connect with others, no experience required, no pressure, most importantly no booking registration needed.
Thank you to Central Lakes Trust for bringing creativity to our community
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Free Legal Advice
Community Law holds online video appointments from the Community Link offices at the Wānaka Community Hub on the first Thursday of every month between 11:00 am – 1.00 pm.
Community Law offers a free 15-minute video appointment for advice on legal issues with a qualified lawyer.
Contact us to make an appointment, click the book online link, or call 0800 169 333 or 03 4741922 for general enquiries.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Employment Clinic
A free service where you can get help with the basics, support with CV’s job applications and interview preparation. Every 2 weeks until end of August 2026. Book online HERE or Call: 03 443 7799
Start-ups Free Business advice clinic
ADI.Clinic, is a regular ANGELIC DROP-IN session, which are very popular. They are a great way to engage with angels whether you have just an idea, a team and first validation, or recurring revenue and need money to scale.
Come along to this free advice clinic for startups/early stage businesses from Angel Investors in Wanaka.
Bookings are essential and can be made here.
Inland Revenue Appointment [30 minutes]
Need Help with Tax, Child Support or Family Tax Credits?
Free face-to-face information and advice with Inland Revenue on:
Personal tax
Business tax
Student loans
Child support
Family tax credits
Call Community Link on 03 443 7799 or book online.
Te Atamira Community Nights -Social Singing
Te Atamira are bringing their popular Free Community Nights to Wānaka!
Join us each month for a free, drop-in night to explore diverse creative forms like singing, drawing, dancing, writing, sewing, and more. All levels and ages welcome - no experience needed. Come along and have fun with us!
27 October - A social Singing Session with Anna Shaw.
About Community Nights:
Community Nights offer the Wānaka and Upper Clutha community a regular, free space where people can drop in, try something new and connect with others, no experience required, no pressure, most importantly no booking registration needed.
Thank you to Central Lakes Trust for bringing creativity to our community
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Central Lakes Polyfest
The Central Lakes Polyfest 2026 takes place on Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Queenstown Events Centre.
Event Details
• Admission: Gold coin donation entry for spectators
• Streaming: Available via the Mīharo Murihiku Trust website for those unable to attend in person.
• Participants: Over 1,000 students ranging from early childhood to secondary schools across the Whakatipu, Wānaka, and Central Otago regions.
Inland Revenue Appointment [30 minutes]
Need Help with Tax, Child Support or Family Tax Credits?
Free face-to-face information and advice with Inland Revenue on:
Personal tax
Business tax
Student loans
Child support
Family tax credits
Call Community Link on 03 443 7799 or book online.
Couples Workshop
We're not in crisis, we're just busy.
Sound familiar?
Between work, kids, commitments and just the cost of living in Wanaka, many couples find themselves slipping into survival mode. Not because anything is terribly wrong, but because life gets full and connection takes a back seat.
Our 4-week Couples Workshop is designed to help you pause, reconnect, and learn practical tools for navigating life together.
Communicate better
Have safer conversations
Feel more like a team
Rebuild connection
You don't need to be struggling to benefit.
Cost for the six-week programme is $249 per couple
Register with Sarah Deering - m:021 252 7620 e: counsellingprovider@gmail.com
We want this workshop to be accessible to everyone, if cost is an issue please call Sarah.
Because the relationship you want is worth investing in.
Community Hub, Wānaka
Starts 20 October
Tuesdays, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Central Lakes Polyfest
The Central Lakes Polyfest 2026 takes place on Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Queenstown Events Centre.
Event Details
• Admission: Gold coin donation entry for spectators
• Streaming: Available via the Mīharo Murihiku Trust website for those unable to attend in person.
• Participants: Over 1,000 students ranging from early childhood to secondary schools across the Whakatipu, Wānaka, and Central Otago regions.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Connect & Thrive Wellbeing Session - for parents of young tamariki
Take some time to check in with yourself and reflect on your wellbeing in a facilitated, supportive conversation.
Connect with other parents in the community and explore simple, practical ways to boost your wellbeing while navigating the challenges and joys of raising young children.
Together we will:
Explore what wellbeing means as parents of young children.
Reflect on the evidence-based 5 Ways to Wellbeing and how they show up in everyday life.
Practice simple wellbeing and connection exercises.
Create a personalised plan to help you and your whānau connect and thrive.
When: Thursday 15 October, 10:00am to 11:30am
Where: Upper Clutha Plunket Rooms
Cost: Free | RSVP please for catering purposes.
Extras: Morning tea provided and babies are welcome.
This session is facilitated by Headlight Wellbeing Together, hosted by Whānau Āwhina Plunket, and supported by Community Link Upper Clutha.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Reconnecting Seniors Coffee Connection
Looking for a warm cuppa, a friendly chat, and some good company?
Come along to our Coffee Connection – a relaxed and welcoming get-together just for seniors in our community!
Community Wanaka Community Hub
Every second Monday of the month at 10.30am
Enjoy coffee, tea, light refreshments, and great conversation.
Whether you’re new to the area or just looking to connect with others, we’d love to see you there.
Bring a friend or just bring yourself – there’s always a seat waiting for you.
Employment Clinic
A free service where you can get help with the basics, support with CV’s job applications and interview preparation. Every 2 weeks until end of August 2026. Book online HERE or Call: 03 443 7799
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Free Legal Advice
Community Law holds online video appointments from the Community Link offices at the Wānaka Community Hub on the first Thursday of every month between 11:00 am – 1.00 pm.
Community Law offers a free 15-minute video appointment for advice on legal issues with a qualified lawyer.
Contact us to make an appointment, click the book online link, or call 0800 169 333 or 03 4741922 for general enquiries.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Start-ups Free Business advice clinic
ADI.Clinic, is a regular ANGELIC DROP-IN session, which are very popular. They are a great way to engage with angels whether you have just an idea, a team and first validation, or recurring revenue and need money to scale.
Come along to this free advice clinic for startups/early stage businesses from Angel Investors in Wanaka.
Bookings are essential and can be made here.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Te Atamira Community Nights
We are bringing our popular Free Community Nights to Wānaka!
Join us each month for a free, drop-in night to explore diverse creative forms like singing, drawing, dancing, writing, sewing, and more. All levels and ages welcome - no experience needed. Come along and have fun with us!
29 September: Exploring the Nature of Indian Ink (with Merle Sea)
In this session, participants will get a chance to explore a range of ways to work with Indian Ink. It is all about being playful! You will go on a short guided tour through a couple of different techniques with ink and water and see where it takes you. We will use traditional brushes and natural materials like feathers and sharpened sticks to create monochrome artworks. No experience needed - just bring an open mind and wear something dark that is not precious, in case you get some ink on it.
About your facilitator: Merle Sea comes from a graphic design background with a passion for all things hands-on and human. From design to screen printing, drawing, collage and sewing things out of discarded materials; she stumbled across Indian Ink through Inktober a couple of years ago. While exploring new artforms and challenges, she fell in love with the simple beauty of the black liquid. She believes that ink is the best antidote to modern life: you can't control the outcome - you just have to set it in motion, surrender and marvel at the result!
About Community Nights:
Community Nights offer the Wānaka and Upper Clutha community a regular, free space where people can drop in, try something new and connect with others, no experience required, no pressure, most importantly no booking registration needed.
Thank you to Central Lakes Trust for bringing creativity to our community.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Te Waharoa ki Whakatipu | Gateway to the Whakatipu
A half-day wānaka (workshop) that offers migrants and newcomers to the Whakatipu region an opportunity to connect with the stories, people, and culture of this whenua (land). Running 9:30am - 1:30pm, spaces are limited so bookings are essential.
A waharoa is the gateway into a pā or village, and newcomers are always formally welcomed when passing under it and entering for the first time. As the name suggests, this session is a welcoming for newcomers to the Whakatipu region.
Through kōrero (conversation) on local Kāi Tahu history, introductory te reo Māori, waiata (songs), and whakawhanaukataka (the process of connecting), participants will gain a deeper understanding of the place they now call home and the living culture that continues to shape it.
Delivered by local Kāi Tahu tākata (people), in partnership with Te Atamira and QLDC's Welcoming Communities Programme, this kaupapa (programme) provides a culturally grounded welcome to Whakatipu.
Te Waharoa ki Whakatipu creates an authentic pathway for newcomers to connect with the history, culture, and people of this place, fostering understanding, belonging, and meaningful relationships across our community.
Event held at Te Atamira - Puāwai, Queenstown
Free to attend, registration is essential, as spaces are limited.
Register Here
Wānakai Community Cooking Group
Join us at the Community Kitchen
Cook, connect and enjoy a shared lunch - no skills required. All Welcome!
Friday 25 September and then every second Friday | 11.30am - 1.30pm | Wānaka Community Hub
Booking essential.
Contact Diana: mansondiana@gmail.com or Contact Community Link to register.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Inland Revenue Appointment [30 minutes]
Need Help with Tax, Child Support or Family Tax Credits?
Free face-to-face information and advice with Inland Revenue on:
Personal tax
Business tax
Student loans
Child support
Family tax credits
Call Community Link on 03 443 7799 or book online.
Social English Class
Looking to improve your English conversation skills?
Wānaka Library is hosting a series of FREE informal English sessions with an experienced tutor!
Join us every Monday to:
Practice speaking and listening
Expand your vocabulary
Get tips on grammar, pronunciation, and more
Location
Wānaka Library
1 Bullock Creek Lane
Dunmore Street
WānakaAdmission
Free, bookings appreciated
Contact Wānaka Library to book or for more information.
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Justice of the Peace Service
JP services are available at the Wānaka Community Hub by appointment every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.00pm and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.30pm.
A JP can:
• Witness signatures
• Certify copies of documents
• Complete an affidavit or declaration for you.
This is a free service offered to the community on a volunteer basis.
Make an appointment:
• Contact us on 03 4437799 to make an appointment at the Hub, or book online at communitylink.nz/government-community-services
Reconnecting Seniors Coffee Connection
Looking for a warm cuppa, a friendly chat, and some good company?
Come along to our Coffee Connection – a relaxed and welcoming get-together just for seniors in our community!
Community Wanaka Community Hub
Every second Monday of the month at 10.30am
Enjoy coffee, tea, light refreshments, and great conversation.
Whether you’re new to the area or just looking to connect with others, we’d love to see you there.
Bring a friend or just bring yourself – there’s always a seat waiting for you.
Employment Clinic
A free service where you can get help with the basics, support with CV’s job applications and interview preparation. Every 2 weeks until end of August 2026. Book online HERE or Call: 03 443 7799
Social English Class
Looking to improve your English conversation skills?
Wānaka Library is hosting a series of FREE informal English sessions with an experienced tutor!
Join us every Monday to:
Practice speaking and listening
Expand your vocabulary
Get tips on grammar, pronunciation, and more
Location
Wānaka Library
1 Bullock Creek Lane
Dunmore Street
WānakaAdmission
Free, bookings appreciated
Contact Wānaka Library to book or for more information.