Nathan Homestead Pukepuke

Come along to an one-day workshop learning to sew! 🧵 Join tutor Heather Black for a friendly introduction to sewing, where you’ll learn how to use a sewing machine, practice basic techniques, and create a simple project to kickstart your sewing journey 👛

Whether you want to make, mend, upcycle, or just give sewing a go, this hands-on workshop is a relaxed and supportive space to build confidence, pick up new skills, and connect with others 😊

Workshop details
Saturday 20 June
Time: 10am–1pm
Cost: $40
*Suitable for beginners

Limited spots available, please call or email us to register.
09 267 0180
[email protected]

Over the past few months, we’ve been working closely with Tōtara Hospice’s Talanoa group to capture portraits of attendees and those who came along to support them during the talanoa sessions.

During Hospice Awareness Week, these portraits were presented in a pop-up exhibition highlighting the importance of culturally grounded care through photography and talanoa. Our foyer was filled with emotion that morning, as families, friends, hospice staff, ward councillors, and local board members gathered together for a beautiful and deeply moving event.

The exhibition also celebrated those who had marked important life moments at the hospice, including milestone birthdays and weddings.

These portraits will now be gifted back to the patients and their families to cherish.

Special thanks to Tōtara Hospice, Taime Pasifika Cancer Support, Davis Funerals, Manurewa Local Board for making this possible.

Come along to an one-day workshop learning to sew! 🧵 Join tutor Heather Black for a friendly introduction to sewing, where you’ll learn how to use a sewing machine, practice basic techniques, and create a simple project to kickstart your sewing journey 👛

Whether you want to make, mend, upcycle, or just give sewing a go, this hands-on workshop is a relaxed and supportive space to build confidence, pick up new skills, and connect with others 😊

Workshop details

Saturday 20 June
Location: Meeting Room
Time: 10am–1pm
Cost: $40
*Suitable for beginners, all materials provided.

Limited spots available, please call or email us to register.
09 267 0180
[email protected]

We have been working closely with the Tōtara Hospice's Talanoa group to bring you:

Talanoa Pop-Up Photo Exhibition by Tōtara Hospice
In collaboration with Nathan Homestead Pukepuke

Held during Hospice Awareness Week, the pop-up exhibition shares the stories of Pasifika families supported by our hospice, highlighting the importance of culturally grounded care through photography and talanoa.

These portraits by Geoffery Matautia were captured during talanoa sessions which reflect the attendees and their loved ones who were present to support them.

We would love for you to join us at 11am, Friday 15 May at Nathan Homestead Pukepuke (70 Hill Road) in the Foyer to celebrate and view the exhibition.

The pop-up exhibition will be available to view until 5pm on Friday 15 May and Saturday 16 May from 9am - 3pm.

The exhibition is proudly supported by Nathan Homestead Pukepuke, Manurewa Local Board, Taime Pasifika Cancer Support and Davis Funerals.

We still have some spots left for our clay for teens class starting this Saturday!

We're excited to share that we have a new pottery programme (Claytopia) just for teens! 😊

Perfect for anyone looking for a weekend creative outlet or wanting to keep building their skills after graduating from Ceramic Critters. Join our Saturday afternoon sessions this May, guided by our lovely tutor, Siriporn Falcon Grey.

Costs include 5kg of clay and firing.

Where: Sculpture Studio
Date: Saturdays, 9 May - 6 June
Time: 1pm - 2.30pm
Cost: $145
No. classes: 5 weeks
Suitable for: 13 - 18yrs
Max people: 10
Tutor: Siriporn Falcon Grey

👉 Spaces are popular, get in touch to register now!
📞 09 267 0180
📧 [email protected]

The musical project of South Auckland artist Payton Taplin, Greatsouth blends indie alt-rock, taonga pūoro and field recordings to tell stories grounded in the lived realities of urban Māori. Drawing on protest, whakapapa and personal experience, Greatsouth creates powerful music centred on identity, memory and resistance.

See them live tomorrow at 3pm alongside LEAO right here at the homestead to help us open our newly updated music room!�
Saturday 2 May
70 Hill Road, Manurewa�
FREE! RSVP in our link in bio

Register now for our new after-school drama programme, starting next Monday! 🎭

We’re excited to welcome drama tutor Carolyn Loader this term, who will be leading our Junior and Intermediate Drama classes. With over 15 years of experience across South and East Auckland’s theatre scene, Carolyn is an accomplished director and stage manager, dedicated to creating supportive, high-energy environments where young creatives can shine and nurture their talents.

Junior Drama: Beginners Onstage 🧸
Through imaginative drama exercises, storytelling, and scene work, students will develop foundational performance skills and confidence while building imagination, focus, and stage presence.

Where: Theatre
Day: Mondays, 4 May – 29 June
Time: 4–5pm
Cost: $100
Number of classes: 8
Suitable for: 7–10 years
Max participants: 10

Intermediate Drama: Main Stage Stars 💃
Through script work, scene study, and the application of core acting techniques, students will build confidence as they collaborate, make bold creative choices, and strengthen their performance skills on stage.

Where: Theatre
Day: Mondays, 4 May – 29 June
Time: 5–6pm
Cost: $100
Number of classes: 8
Suitable for: 11–16 years
Max participants: 10

Classes begin soon! Get in touch with us to register your child’s spot.
📞09 267 0180
📧[email protected]