Artworks by Mihi Waru, inspired by our organisational values
Our Vision
A connected community encouraging wellness in people and place
Our Mission
To provide services and opportunities that strengthen and empower
individuals and families in our community
individuals and families in our community
Our Values
Integrity
We are true to our word and accountable to our community
Manaakitanga
We welcome all with a generous heart
Growth
We are always learning and open to new possibilities
Kotahitanga
We work together and lift each other up
We are true to our word and accountable to our community
Manaakitanga
We welcome all with a generous heart
Growth
We are always learning and open to new possibilities
Kotahitanga
We work together and lift each other up
Our History
The Te Kauwhata Community House began life as The Te Kauwhata and Districts Information and Support Centre (D.I.S.C). It was the vision of locals Jean Lawton and Hazel Boldero who rallied the support of many to open the doors in 1996. D.I.S.C originally operated out of the District Library but relocated to our current home at 1a Waerenga Road in 2006. In 2017 at our 21st birthday celebrations the organisation was rebranded as Te Kauwhata Community House. Today the organisation has grown to work across the Community House building, Toi Ako Artspace and a variety of spaces across the community. We are passionate about what we do and the people we serve.