Community Notices
Events, Fundraisers & Holiday programmes
All The Things I Wish I Could Be
Coming to Circa Theatre this July School Holidays!
Get ready for lift-off, laughs, and loud singalongs! This July, tamariki and their grown-ups are invited on a wild, musical ride with two lovable dads—Jeff and Tom—as they explore all the things they’ve ever dreamed of being. From All Blacks to ballerinas, monkeys to monsters, All The Things I Wish I Could Be is a joyful, high-energy celebration of imagination, friendship, and the freedom to be whoever (or whatever!) we want.
This brand-new Aotearoa-made adventure stars local legends Tom Knowles (Shrek in Shrek The Musical, Capital E national tours, Global Children’s Entertainment Awards winner) and Jed Parsons aka Jeff Parsnips (award-winning indie singer-songwriter and rising star of the Kiwi kids music scene). Packed with hilarious characters, playful chaos, and a full set of catchy original tunes performed live, this “very Kiwi” comedy is perfect for tamariki ages 3+—and guaranteed fun for the grown-ups who bring them.
Sing, dance, and roar along as Jeff and Tom bumble their way through time, space, and endless possibilities. Where will they land next? The moon? A jungle? A rugby field? You’ll have to come and find out…
SHOW DETAILS
Circa Theatre, 1 Taranaki Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
Tuesday 1 July – Saturday 12 July 2025 10.00am & 11.30am daily
Special Sunday Shows: 6 July at 1.30pm & 3.00pm
TICKETS: www.circa.co.nz/package/all-the-things-i-wish-i-could-be/
EXTRA SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
Thursday 10 July – 10:00am: Jams & Prams Perfect for babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups—this relaxed kids concert version has a pram park and extra space for wrigglers.
A Relaxed Performance for anyone who might benefit from a gentler theatre experience—modified lighting, sound, and a welcoming vibe for all.
Come find out what YOU could be! All The Things I Wish I Could Be is a high-energy, big-hearted show that proves there’s no limit to who—or how silly—you can be.
For interviews, media passes, or press images, please contact Jane Carruthers: marketingmanager@circa.co.nz 021 0883 8568
Let your imagination run wild this winter school holidays—only at Circa!
St Barnabas Church Holiday Club
Kids (school years 1-8) are warmly invited to the St B’s Holiday Club! 9, 10 & 11 July, 9.00am – 3.00pm. A Mid-Winter Get-Away!!Crafts, music, games, sports, God, movies, popcorn and loads more. St Barnabas Church, 106 Mana Esplanade, Paremata Cost: $40 per day. Pay for 2 days, get the 3rd day free! More than one child per family, only $30!~Register: https://forms.gle/Jtvxgrtbv3YqKsny7For more info, ‘like' our Facebook page: ‘St Barnabas, Plimmerton Presbyterian Church’Email: silvia@ppp.org.nz, or phone the office: 04 233 8572.
RosenGrace Tutoring Holiday Programme
Woop woop! Another round of holiday fun is nearly here! Email or follow the link to enrol. https://forms.gle/DijktoQQz1et3pxAA
Grand Training July Holiday Computer Classes
Grand Training runs educational and fun computer classes over the holidays at our Wellington City location for ages 5 to 16.
Minecraft from Introduction to Mods.
Learn to Code; Scratch or Python.
Discovery Course in Computing - suitable for younger children
Build Your own Computer
For information & bookings 499-2211 or grandtraining.co.nz
Sports
Term 2 - Awesome Autumn Sports! (Yrs 0-4) Discovery School
28 Apr 2025 — 23 Jun 2025
Year 0-4
***PLEASE NOTE***
"We are implementing automatic re-enrollment for Kelly Sports After School Session attendees.
If your child no longer wishes to attend Kelly Sports then please let us know by emailing adminwgtn@kellysports.co.nz and we will cancel their re-enrollment for the following term, otherwise their name will appear on the roll".
Awesome Autumn Sports! (Yrs 0-4) is a great way to improve your Childs motor skills and coordination within a FUN environment. We aim to develop and enhance balls skills; catching, kicking and throwing, while improving strength, flexibility, hand/eye coordination and spatial awareness.
Give the following sports a go: Hockey, Netball, Football and Rippa Rugby!!!.
We teach new skills and improve ability by using games, drills and exercises. It’s a great way to try new sports, improve skills and maintain fitness – all while having FUN!
Classes start Mon 28 April for 8 weeks. Cost is $112.
Meeting Place - The children meet at the bottom field by the bench seats.
If Wet - We will run the session at the Whitby Tennis Club (our coaches will walk the children to the tennis club), 27 Solander Place, Whitby. Pick up will be from here. If your child goes to after school care the coaches will walk them back to the school.
Available Sessions
Kelly Sports Clinic (8 weeks) (3:05pm to 4:05pm)
Western Suburbs Football Club Registrations
Norths Junior Rugby
REGISTRATIONS are OPEN for the 2025 SEASON
We can’t wait to see all the kids back out on the field ready for another great season!
Mana Athletics
Calling those who are interested in Athletics!
We cater for everyone from 5 years and up - whether they're interested in fitness, fun or competition.
If you want to join, but you're unsure about a whole season, we also offer quarter-season registrations for October to December.
CLUB NIGHTS - see website for full details, season October - March
Tuesdays 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Ngāti Toa Sea Scouts–Spaces Available!
Do you have a child aged 11-17 years who loves the water and might be keen to learn to sail? We offer sailing, camping, tramping, and so much more!
We have spaces available for both Scouts (11-14 years) and Venturers (14 - 18 years)
If your child is looking for adventure and new experiences, get in touch for more details and to secure their spot today!
Email ngatitoaseascoutstreasurer@gmail.com for more information.
Extracurricular activities
Mana Music Centre
Mana Music Centre operates after school Wednesdays and Thursdays at Discovery School, Whitby and on Saturday mornings at Maraeroa School, Cannons Creek. We offer low-cost music lessons designed to give primary age students (up to Year 8) an affordable opportunity to try out music - $25 per term.
Please contact Larcy at themanamusiccentre@gmail.com (Maraeroa enrolments). If you would like to waitlist your child for keyboard or guitar lessons at Discovery School, please contact Catherine at themanamusiccentrediscovery@gmail.com
Arty Farty Kids
I will be running two art sessions every Saturday during Term 2 in Whitby, I know a lot of you have been awaiting my return.
These sessions will look like this -
'Autumn Magic'10.00am - 11.15am Juniors - 5 - 10 years oldLimited spaces available
'Decorative Birds'11.30am - 1.00pmSeniors - 10 - 14 year oldsLimited spaces available
Sessions will start on Saturday 15th MayThe payment for the term is $180.00 and this includes all resources and materials that we will use.
Please contact me at - office.artyfartykids@gmail.com for further information.
Location
2 Pullen Lane, Whitby
Porirua, Wellington 5024
New Zealand
Office hours:
Mon-Fri: 8.30am-3.30pm
School hours: 8.55am-3.00pm
