Pou Whakaaro offers a range of courses and activities in Whakatane and Kawerau that are free to people with a disability or an experience of mental illness, as well as employment support and the Microbusiness Group. Some of our courses include community based activities and many are open to the wider community. In addition we host Whakatane's Community Led Education programme which is an excellent vehicle for the sharing of skills, knowledge and experiences which strengthen and enrich our community. Tipu Rakau is a peer support service for people with an experience of mental illness and/or addiction, and Supporting Families offers support, advocacy and information to families of people experiencing mental illness and/or addiction. Also at our Whakatane office at 40 Te Tahi Street you will find Eastbay TimeBank and Community Resources Whakatane, known as 'CReW'.

Our usual office hours are 8am until 4pm Monday to Friday. Please feel free to email, phone or pop in if you would like more information about any of our services.