Upcoming Events in Tapawera
Tapawera School & Community Gardens Working Bee
The Tapawera & Community Gardens Working Bee needs more helpers so the gardens can keep thriving! From tidying and weeding to fixing the shade house, there are lots of different ways to help out. Even if it’s just for a couple of hours, or if you are only available during the week, your help would be much appreciated.
Dehydrating Workshop
Dehydrating is a great way to help become food resilient, ensuring a longer shelf life of food, while maintaining flavour and nutrition. We have a couple of locals who will share their tips and tricks.
Drop-ins with Della
Ride sharing has increased with the rise of fuel prices. The Trippr app helps connect drivers and passengers together. Download the app and see how it can help you. If you have questions or any issues, come and have a chat to Della.
Rangatahi Explorers Youth Group
Rangatahi Explorers Youth Group are heading to Tahunanui this Friday to have some go karting and beach fun, before enjoying the fireworks for the Blessing of the Fleet. Youth Group is for all youth from Year 7 and up. (Please note: plans can be subject to change). Please contact Josie if you have any questions.
Mother's Day event
Enjoy a well-deserved evening out with other local mothers at this fun event hosted by Rural Mums. Be sure to RSVP to Abby by Wednesday 6th May.
Wellby Talking Cafe
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.
There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive.
Digi Drop-In
Get help with your digital devices right here in Tapawera. This free one-to-one service is designed to help you build confidence with technology. If you need assistance with your personal devices or want to learn basic digital skills, come down to the Tapawera Community Library.
Drop-ins with Della
Ride sharing has increased with the rise of fuel prices. The Trippr app helps connect drivers and passengers together. Download the app and see how it can help you. If you have questions or any issues, come and have a chat to Della.
Drop-ins with Della
Ride sharing has increased with the rise of fuel prices. The Trippr app helps connect drivers and passengers together. Download the app and see how it can help you. If you have questions or any issues, come and have a chat to Della.
Breast Cancer Awareness Morning Tea
Come and enjoy a lovely morning tea with other mums in the area, while remembering loved ones affected by cancer.
Tea & Talk
At Tea & Talk this month we will have Nicole from Nelson Bays Primary Health coming to talk about brain health. Did you know that your lifestyle shapes how sharp your brain will be as you get older? Find out more while enjoying a hot drink and a lovely morning tea.
Drop-ins with Della
Ride sharing has increased with the rise of fuel prices. The Trippr app helps connect drivers and passengers together. Download the app and see how it can help you. If you have questions or any issues, come and have a chat to Della.
Flood Risk in the Motueka Catchment - A practical community workshop
A practical community workshop focussed on Flood Risk in the Motueka Catchment. Hear the latest science and explore how we can reduce future risks to our homes and property. Free lunch.
Chainsaw Safety Workshop
Knowing how to operate a chainsaw is a good skill to have when you live rurally. Whether you want to cut up your own firewood or just to be able to deal with fallen trees, this course could be helpful to you.
Wellby Talking Cafe
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.
There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive.
Flood Debrief Meeting.
An opportunity for the Tapawera Community to meet with our local Emergency Planning Team and other response and recovery partners, to look back on the 2025 flood events and consider what went well and where there are areas for improvement.
Location TBA.
Wellby Talking Cafe
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.
There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive.
Wellby Talking Cafe
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.
There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive.
Wellby Talking Cafe
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.
There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive.
Wellby Talking Cafe
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.
There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive.
Drop-ins with Della
Ride sharing has increased with the rise of fuel prices. The Trippr app helps connect drivers and passengers together. Download the app and see how it can help you. If you have questions or any issues, come and have a chat to Della.
Tea & Talk
Our guest speaker for Tea & Talk will be Michael Brown from the Motueka Lions Club. He has recently launched the first of three of his memoirs, ‘A Boy’s Journey’. Please come along and hear what motivated him and get some ideas about recording your own story. It is much easier to do this with today’s technology.
Craft & Market Day
Come and see what’s new at Tapawera’s Craft & Market Day. Across the road from 4 Square at the Community Centre carpark.
ANZAC Day
To be held at the gates of Memorial Hall, Main Road, Tapawera. Our national day of remembrance for New Zealanders killed in war, and honouring returned servicemen and women. Roll of Honour for WW1 and WW2 included. Morning tea will be provided.