Ōwairaka (Mt Albert) Community Club
Ōwairaka community club offers creative and social opportunities for adults with lived experience of mental health issues/tangata whai i te ora, within an inclusive supportive space.
Explore Your Creativity at Ōwairaka Community Club
At Ōwairaka Community Club, we believe everyone has a spark of creativity waiting to be expressed. Our activity groups require no prior experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to try something new.
✨ Expressive Visual Arts Discover the joy of painting, drawing, and mixed media. A space to experiment, play with colour, and let your imagination flow.
🌿 Toi Māori Art Celebrate and learn traditional and contemporary Māori art forms. Connect with culture through carving, weaving, and design practices guided by kaupapa Māori values.
🖋️ Creative Writing Whether it’s poetry, storytelling, or journaling, this group helps you find your voice and share your words in a supportive environment.
🍳 Cooking Group Cook together, share recipes, and learn new techniques. From everyday meals to cultural specialties, it’s about food, friendship, and fun.
🎨 Crafting Explore hands-on projects like card-making, upcycling, and seasonal crafts. Perfect for anyone who loves making something unique.
🧵 Sewing & Textiles Learn sewing basics, explore textile arts, or work on your own projects with guidance and community support.
✨ And More We’re always growing and adding new groups—there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Mauri tū, mauri ora
An active soul is a healthy soul
Discover what we do
Members overall well-being is enhanced through social connection and by exploring their creativity. Members can engage in group activities facilitated by a tutor or work on their own creative projects. All art materials are provided by the club and there is no fee for joining the club.
Creative supportive space
If you are interested in becoming a member or just want to check us out, please feel free to drop in during opening hours. Everyone is welcome!
