Upcoming Events

September is Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month. This is a time to raise awareness, promote understanding, and recognise the strength of people living with muscular dystrophy and their families. Together, we can help build a more inclusive community by learning more, sharing stories, and supporting greater awareness of the challenges and achievements of those affected. Every…

Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Awareness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness of one of the most common inherited neurological conditions, while recognising the experiences of those living with CMT and their families. Throughout the month, we encourage our community to learn more about CMT, share stories, and help increase public understanding of its impact on daily…

Taking place over September, World Alzheimer’s Month is dedicated to uplifting public understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The aim is to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and promote early diagnosis and intervention.

Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD) is a group of rare inherited neuromuscular conditions that cause progressive weakness and wasting of the muscles around the hips and shoulders (the limb-girdle muscles). The condition can affect mobility, strength, and daily activities, with symptoms and progression varying from person to person. LGMD Awareness Day is celebrated on the 30th…

October is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. It is a time to raise awareness, celebrate the lives and achievements of people living with cerebral palsy, and encourage greater understanding and inclusion through education and connection. The ‘Be Green and Be Seen’ campaign invites everyone to wear green, show their support, and help start conversations about cerebral…

The Dementia Tai Tokerau Whangarei Support Group Meetings are an important part of education and support of our carers of clients under the facilitation of a Community Advisor. These take place on the second Thursday of every month, at 112 Corks Rd from 10-11.30am. This forum enables carers to meet, connect and learn from each…

Arthritis Awareness Week, held from 2–8 October, is a time to raise awareness of arthritis, increase understanding, and recognise the experiences of people living with this condition. Arthritis affects the joints and can impact movement, comfort, and daily life. By sharing knowledge and promoting support, we can help create a more informed and inclusive community…

Whangarei Arthritis Support Group In-person support group Support group meetings Venue: New Hope Church Address: Cnr Princes & Nixon Street, Whangarei When: First Saturday of each month Time: 10 am – 12 pm Contact Brent 0276682068 arthritis.group.whangarei@outlook.com

Join candidates from the Tai Tokerau, Northland, and Whangārei electorates as they answer the same questions on issues that matter to our community. Come along to the Cafler Suite at Forum North on Tuesday, 6th October, and discover how the candidates and their policies align with the needs and priorities of our electorates. This is…

Dementia Tai Tokerau offers a comprehensive support group for families affected by dementia in Northland. Onerahi Support group is held on the first Tuesday of every month from 10-11.30am, at the Onerahi Fire Station meeting room.   The group provides one-to-one support over the phone and in person, offering expertise, practical knowledge, and emotional support.…