Maataa Waka Ki Te Tau Ihu

Maataa Waka Ki Te Tau Ihu Maataa Waka is a hauora provider that supports whānau in Te Tau Ihu

0800 Mātā Waka | 0800 628 292

VISION | Tirohanga whakamua
“Kia manaaki ai te iwi” Let the people be cared for

MISSION | Uaratanga
“Ki te whakarato i nga taputapu e hangai ana ki te kaupapa Māori kia whakapakari ake i te whānau” To provide tools within a Kaupapa Māori framework which make a positive difference for whanau

Today is International FASD (fetal alcohol spectrum disorder) awareness day.Held on September the ninth – 09/09 each yea...
09/09/2026

Today is International FASD (fetal alcohol spectrum disorder) awareness day.

Held on September the ninth – 09/09 each year, it highlights the importance of staying alcohol-free during the full nine months of pregnancy.

When we drink alcohol, the alcohol in our blood cells can pass through the placenta from a mother to her child. The range of effects caused by alcohol exposure before birth is called FASD.

Those with FASD will experience some degree of challenges in their daily living, and may need support with motor skills, physical health, learning, memory, attention, communication, emotional regulation, and social skills.

If you’d like more info or support around FASD take a look at the website below or head over to FASD-CAN Inc
www.fasd-can.org.nz/understanding_fasd

Neoma & Kowhai headed up to Otaki over the weekend for their Toiora Whānau studies at Te Wānanga o Raukawa. They have 2 ...
07/09/2026

Neoma & Kowhai headed up to Otaki over the weekend for their Toiora Whānau studies at
Te Wānanga o Raukawa. They have 2 assignments left for the year and then into a well deserved study break. Ka pai tō mahi kōrua ✨

04/09/2026

Hopewalk Mauri Ora Hīkoi - 17th
October 2026, 1pm, Seymour Square ~ Coming together to acknowledge Every Life Matters ✨

Taylah, Disability Coordinator at I Lead, shares why she’ll be joining us in the hīkoi this year.

To learn more or to join us/register, head to
https://www.maataawaka.co.nz/events/mauri-ora-hikoi

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Did you know September is su***de prevention month? With the global theme being ‘Changing the Narrative on Su***de’ whic...
03/09/2026

Did you know September is su***de prevention month? With the global theme being ‘Changing the Narrative on Su***de’ which focuses on shifting from a culture of silence, to openness, empathy, and support.

What does Su***de Prevention Look like?

It can be as simple as
✨listening
✨smiling at someone
✨ checking in on someone
✨ accepting someone for who they are
✨a hug
✨ offering support

These small gestures can make a huge difference 🌱

If you or someone you know is struggling, we are here to help.
Give us a call on 0800 Mātā Waka or you can contact the support lines below:

- free call or text 24/7: 1737 to speak with a trained counsellor
- Lifeline Aotearoa: 0800 543 354 or free text 4357
- Su***de Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865
- Youthline: 0800 376 633 or text 234
- Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 or free text 4202

If in immediate danger, please call 111.

On October 17th the Hopewalk Mauri Ora Hīkoi will be taking place to acknowledge Every Life Matters. Join us ✨
For more info or to Register, click the link below 👇

https://www.maataawaka.co.nz/events/mauri-ora-hikoi

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We had another great Pēpi Ora session this week, with Mike taking our māmā through a session around brain development an...
02/09/2026

We had another great Pēpi Ora session this week, with Mike taking our māmā through a session around brain development and big feelings 🌈👶
Ngā mihi nui Mike for sharing your valuable kōrero, and Neoma, Georgia and Corinne for your tautoko & baby whispering abilities ✨

We have another inspiring guest speaker sharing her journey at the Hope Walk Mauri Ora Hīkoi on October 17th - Emma-Lee ...
01/09/2026

We have another inspiring guest speaker sharing her journey at the Hope Walk Mauri Ora Hīkoi on October 17th - Emma-Lee Sands ✨

Emma shares 🌱
‘Kia Ora whanau, I am Emma-Lee, a long time local and mother of four.
I am honored to kōrero to and with our community at Hope walk Mauri Ora Hīkoi this year and share my journey.
Su***de has impacted me in many aspects of my life as a social service worker, as a friend, as a community member, as a whanau member and most significantly as a parent.
It is so important to me to talk about it! To break stigma, to acknowledge the wider impact of grief, to explore resources, to support our people, and to offer HOPE.
Come talk to me.
Come together at the Hope Walk Mauri Ora Hīkoi!’

Be sure to register here 👇 and join us for a hīkoi along the Taylor River on October 17th to Acknowledge Every Life Matters.

https://www.maataawaka.co.nz/events/mauri-ora-hikoi

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One of our Pēpi Ora groups at the library last week ✨ Did you know the Blenheim library has a dedicated children’s books...
31/08/2026

One of our Pēpi Ora groups at the library last week ✨
Did you know the Blenheim library has a dedicated children’s books section along with toys and activities for the kids to do?
They also run free Cheeky Monkey sessions for under 5s on Tuesday mornings with music, stories, activities and bubbles 🫧
Check out the council website for more info.

If you’re keen to join us in Pēpi Ora next term, refer in via our website below and we’ll be in touch
https://www.maataawaka.co.nz/referral-form

28/08/2026

The Hope Walk Mauri Ora Hīkoi is coming up on October 17th, Join us to acknowledge every life matters ✨
Georgie Meadows from CMM shares why this kaupapa is close to her heart.

To register, click the link below
www.maataawaka.co.nz/events/mauri-ora-hikoi

On Monday we had a blessing & whakāwatea in the tari ✨Local artist Eddie Deakin, who has a strong connection with Maataa...
27/08/2026

On Monday we had a blessing & whakāwatea in the tari ✨

Local artist Eddie Deakin, who has a strong connection with Maataa Waka, gifted us with three ātaahua carvings that now sit above the doorway of three of our rooms.

Ngā mihi nui Eddie, we are extremely grateful to have your amazing mahi displayed in the tari 🫶

As our mahi can be quite heavy at times, part of the morning also included a whakāwatea or spiritual clearing or cleansing of the tari ✨

We then finished off with the blessing of our new kōrero & kai trailer where we had our first cook up on the bbq. Ngā mihi tāne mā for our delicious burgers 🍔🔥

Address

56-58 Main Street
Blenheim
7201

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+6435779256

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