Community Notices
Porirua City Aquatics learn to swim lessons at the Cannons Creek
PORIRUA CITY AQUATICS will be holding a course of seven learn to swim lessons at the Cannons Creek
Pool starting on 1 November finishing on 13 December.
Class times are 9.15am and 10am with all six levels held at each time slot. On the first day swimmers
should arrive at least 15 minutes earlier than their class time to complete the enrolment process.
The course fee of $55.00 (cash only – no eftpos) is to be paid on the first day.
Please note. All participants must be at least 5 years old and 1.1m tall with long hair must be tied back –
wearing a cap is preferrable. Goggles are essential and can be purchased at the pool.
Everyone is welcome – advance bookings are not required.
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Holiday Programmes/Activities
Kelly Sports - Spring into Sports - Monday's 3.05pm-4.05pm
Spring into Sports Our Spring Multi Sports Programme keeps your child active with a variety of sports (Endzone, Football, Cricket, T-Ball) helping them build skills, boost confidence and have fun. The sessions start On Monday 12 October 2026 - 7 December (runs for 8 weeks). Go to www.kellysports.co.nz to enrol.
Mana Athletics
The days are getting longer, making it a great time for children to get outdoors, get active and have fun. Mana Athletics is a local athletics club for children aged 5 to 14 years, based at Adventure Park, and welcoming participants of all abilities.The club provides a fun, supportive and inclusive environment where children can develop fitness, coordination, confidence and resilience while making friends and enjoying being active.With opportunities to run, jump and throw across a wide range of track and field events, athletics is a great way for young people to stay active and challenge themselves, whether they are trying the sport for the first time or looking to further develop their skills.Registrations for the 2026/27 season are now open. For more information or to register, visit www.manaathletics.co.nz.
Girl Guiding places available Term Four
There are places available for girls to join us at Pippins & Brownies in Term Four. Girl Guiding is an amazing opportunity for tamariki to get outdoors, learn new skills, be active in the community, challenge themselves, and make new friends.
Our local Pippin units for 5 & 6 year olds are:Whitby Pippins, Tuesday 5pm - 6pm at Western Suburbs Football ClubPapakōwhai Pippins, Wednesday 4pm - 5pm at Tairangi School HallOur local Brownie units for 7 & 8 year olds are:
Paremata Brownies, Monday 4.30pm - 6pm at St Barnabas Church HallPapakōwhai Brownies, Wednesday 5.15pm - 6.45pm at Tairangi School HallWhitby Brownies, Thursday 5pm - 6.30pm at Western Suburbs Football ClubTo arrange a free visit, enquire via the Girl Guiding website at https://girlguidingnz.org.nz/find-a-unit/
Little Jig & Rising Stars - Irish Dance Classes in Plimmerton
Looking for a fun and confidence-building activity for your 4–7 year old?
The Kerry School of Irish Dancing is enrolling now for our Plimmerton classes:
Little Jig (4.5 & 5 years)
Rising Stars (6 & 7 years)
Irish dancing helps develop coordination, rhythm, focus and self-belief all while having lots of fun and making new friends.
Free trial class available
Contact Kristina:
kerryschoolofirishdancing@gmail.com
kerryschoolofirishdancing.co.nz
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
Please note that our keyboard and guitar lessons have a minimum age requirement of 8 years. Lessons for 5 to 7 year olds are only available at Maraeroa School: Music Appreciation for 5 to 6 year olds and ukulele, or recorder, for 7 year olds. The following lessons are also offered at Maraeroa School: violin, flute, piano/keyboard and guitar.
ARTY FARTY KIDS - Term 4 Art Sessions
TERM 4 Art Sessions - Bring some 'Summer Holiday Vibes' into your Arty Farty Kids life!WHITBY SessionsStarting 24th October - Saturday 12th December10.00 am - 12.00 pmAges between 10 and 15 years
Please contact: office.artyfartykids@gmail.com for more 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
