Date: Friday 3rd October, 11am and 6pm.  Booking link:
https://bit.ly/wonkatickets2025

sKids Paraparaumu is based at the Paraparaumu School Hall and from Term 4 2025 we will pick up and drop off to Our Lady of Kapiti School.  sKids has been providing care on the Kapiti Coast since 2009!

Use the link to book before/after school care for your OLOK children.

 

https://www.skids.co.nz/locations/paraparaumu/ 

Glass slippers, royal balls, and a Fairy Godmother who's still on her learner's licence, what could possibly go wrong?
Prince Percy is hopelessly charming (emphasis on hopeless), the Queen is busy approving new royal wave techniques (it's very hard work being a Queen!), the step-sisters are causing chaos in couture, and Buttons has big dreams!
Will true friendship win over fairy-tale romance? Will Buttons dreams come true? Packed with music, mischief, and magical mayhem, this is Cinderella with a twist, a tune, and a whole lot of sparkle!

For accessibility seating information and wheelchair space bookings please email kiaora@teraukura.nz or call (04)9740535 during office hours.

HANDS-ON ECO FUN THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

These school holidays, Ngā Manu is hosting a series of hands-on, family-friendly events that inspire a love for nature and sustainable living. From building cosy bug hotels to cooking with the power of the sun, and enjoying a heartwarming puppet show, there’s something for everyone.

You can also join us for our daily Lil' Explorer trail, eel feeding plus our experiences throughout the holidays including: the Native Bird Close Encounter and Kiwi Night Encounter.

Bookings are recommended during the school holidays to secure your spot! Find out more here.

Every Ezlunch order placed between August 18th and September 19th enters your family into weekly prize draws for $50 vouchers and a grand prize worth $500! The more lunches you order, the more chances you have to win. Visit your Kindo account to place orders and enter the draw.

Keen to try athletics? 

 

We warmly welcome all students interested in trying athletics to join us at one (or both) of our Club Open Nights, Monday 13th and Monday 20th October at the Paraparaumu Domain, Aorangi Road, Paraparaumu at 5.30pm.

Open nights are a chance to give athletics a go before deciding whether to register with the club. Club nights run every Monday throughout the season and offer a chance for young athletes to learn new skills, challenge themselves and have a lot of fun, in a supportive and inclusive environment. 

 

For more information about the club, check out our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/paraparaumu.athletics/

 

We look forward to seeing you there ☺ 

Otaki Kids Market is back on Sunday, 5 October 2025

Rangatahi and tamariki get ready to showcase your creativity.

The Otaki Kids Market is a vibrant and creative event that provides a unique platform for young entrepreneurs to showcase their talents and entrepreneurial spirit.  This special market invites tamariki and rangatahi from 5-19 years old to become stall holders, offering them the opportunity to sell their handmade art and crafts, delicious home baking, toys, and books.

REGISTER: www.otakiwomensclub.org/kidsmarket

These school holidays KidzStuff Theatre for Children are presenting 'Mr Fungus'.

"After a sell out show in January, Mr Fungus brings back his show due to popular demand. World famous in Wellington, the iconic MR FUNGUS brings his upbeat physical comedy show back to Paekākāriki, a season sure to bring delight to kids aged 4 to 94."

As part of our kaupapa of giving back to our community, there is also a free mime workshop for tamariki aged 10-18 years old.

What:  Mr Fungus
When: Saturday 27th September 2025
Where: St Peter's Village Hall, Paekākāriki
Times: 11am

Tickets $15.00pp, Children under 2 Free, 4 tickets for $50.00

Bookings: www.eventspronto.co.nz/KidzStuff

Gather your brightest friends, family, or colleagues and put your knowledge to the test at Ngā Manu’s Quiz Night!

Hosted by Catherine Scullen from Coast Access Radio, the evening promises eight fun-filled rounds of trivia, plenty of laughs, raffles, mini-auctions, and some great prizes to be won.

 Teams: Max 8 people per table

Food & Drink: Nibbles provided. Pizza and drinks available for purchase

Time: Approx. 2.5 hours of quizzing plus prize-giving

Cost: $300 per table (up to 8 people)

Spaces are limited, so secure your team’s table today and be part of a fantastic night supporting Ngā Manu Nature Reserve.

Register your team and we’ll invoice you directly...

Register here:
https://ngamanu.org.nz/pages/quiz-night-team-sign-up?se_activity_id=167037731030&syclid=d30ulsjo5ous73adlib0&utm_campaign=Put+Your+Knowledge+to+the+Test_167037731030&utm_medium=email&utm_source=shopify_email