Haere mai, welcome to the Heretaunga Women’s Centre

Mā ngā wāhine katoa

A warm environment where all wāhine are welcomed and work collectively to support, inspire and empower each other.

Me pēhea ā mātou āwhina i ngā wāhine

How we support you

Our purpose is to enhance and advocate for the wellbeing and empowerment of women. We can support you in all areas of your life. From safe spaces for reflection and connection, to personal and professional development activities, the HWC is here to encourage you to live the life you want.

Women's Health and Wellness

Take ownership of your physical, mental, and spiritual health with health sessions and wellness classes, affordable counselling, and low-cost alternative therapies.

Personal Growth

Reach your potential with workshops and resources that encourage personal growth and self-development around how you see yourself and the world around you.

Mentorship

Improve your self-confidence while sharing and developing skills, knowledge, and life experiences in group workshops or one-on-one mentor sessions.

Connection

Build social connections with women from all walks of life through shared interests, group activities, and meaningful conversations.

Advocacy

Get free legal advice and easy access to support and information. If we can’t support you with your presenting need, we’ll refer you to the appropriate agencies within our growing network.

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See what's on at the

Heretaunga Women's Centre

Every month we offer an updated programme of exciting activities, workshops, groups and events for you to choose from. Bookings are essential so make sure you secure your place by email, phone, our website form, or in person at the Centre.

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Our Volunteers

Meet some of our amazing volunteers, the wāhine who give their time and expertise to support all the women of our community.

Arabela Branescu

Enjoys sharing her unique recipes and cultural experiences with women at the Centre.

Deb Lee with Jackie Chan

Gardener, environmentalist, dedicated to empowering women.

Haere mai ki te tūao

Volunteer with the HWC

If you’re looking to donate your spare time and energy to helping women, we’d love to hear from you. Without our dedicated team of volunteers, we wouldn’t be the Centre we are today, and we’re always looking for passionate and enthusiastic people to join us.

As an HWC volunteer, you’ll get as much out of the experience as you give. You’ll make meaningful connections, learn and impart new skills, and gain the confidence and courage to become the best version of yourself.

The HWC story

At the Heretaunga Women’s Centre, we have a long history of supporting the women of Hawke’s Bay. Over the past 100 years, we have refined our kaupapa, defined our values, and worked hard towards our purpose of enhancing and advocating for the wellbeing and empowerment of wāhine in our community.

We’re proud of where we’ve come from and excited to see what lies ahead. Join us on our journey, and let us share our story with you.

Our heartfelt thanks

This website is made possible with generous support from the Anne Marie Foundation and the Evergreen Foundation.

Our heartfelt thanks to you.

Aroha mai, aroha atu

Support the Heretaunga Women’s Centre

As a charitable organisation, we rely on the generosity of people like you to help provide essential support for the wāhine of Hawke's Bay. Regular and one-off donations, corporate partnerships, and legacy donations all make an invaluable difference to the women in our community.