Recreate NZ's Bay of Plenty branch, launched in 2017, has grown steadily. The team—Adam, Lou, and Denise—operates from The Kollective on Seventeenth Avenue, Tauranga South, near the Historic Village.

Term 2 Autumn Programmes
Enjoy browsing our collection of programmes for your region below. Click on all the age categories you belong to on the left, with programmes displayed on the right.
Moxie Employment
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Recreate NZ facilitates Moxie Employment training with businesses that share our values. The aim is to carefully match Moxie trainees with suitable employers and facilitate a training period that results in permanent, part time employment. Moxie Employment achieves success because trainees already participate in other Recreate NZ programmes, allowing facilitators to deeply understand individuals and can confidently advocate to employers. In some instances, we may suggest you attend other programmes that will support learning in specific skill areas as well as giving us time to get to know you better. We have seen great success in the past few years and are very keen to keep growing this exciting and dynamic employment stream. Employers are then matched with appropriate trainees based on interests, skill, location, and shift times. We will do our best to find work for all who are interested, but suggest you continue your own investigations too. Please note, we cannot guarantee immediate work. Moxie Employment is arranged with employers as opportunities arise. If you are registered with Recreate NZ and would like to express interest in employment opportunities, please get in touch with the Moxie team, moxie@recreate.org.nz.

Wednesday's Moxie Community
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Wednesday 6th May - Wednesday 1st July. This 9-week Midweek Programme is part of our Moxie Work Experience stream, offering meaningful, skill-based opportunities for participants. It's not just about volunteering, we'll also be learning key life skills that are transferable to future jobs while making a positive difference in our community.

Cooks Beach Getaway
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Friday 8th May - Sunday 10th May. Adventure awaits on our Cooks Beach getaway! Enjoy kayaking, optional bike rides, and a scenic ferry trip over to Whitianga for a getaway full of fun and exploration

Waihi Beach Short Break
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Friday 22nd May - Sunday 24th May. Enjoy a relaxed short break at Waihi Beach! Chill out on the sand, soak up the coastal vibes, and treat yourself to ice cream and classic fish and chips by the beach.

Waikato Fieldays Getaway
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Friday 12th June - Sunday 14th June. Enjoy a getaway to the Waikato where we will meet up with the Recreate Waikato crew to explore the Mystery Creek Events Centre Fieldays! We will get to experience the Southern Hemisphere's largest agricultural event and also enjoy meeting new friends!!

Tongariro National Park Short Break
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Friday 26th June - Sunday 28th June. Explore the stunning landscapes of Tongariro National Park! Catch the Sky Gondola up the mountain for breathtaking views and enjoy walks suitable for all fitness levels throughout the park.

Ten Pin & Cinema
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Monday 13th April. Join us for a fun day out! We'll enjoy ten-pin bowling and a trip to the cinema.

aMAZme rotorua
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Tuesday 14th April. A fun day at AmazeMe Rotorua, exploring mazes, puzzles, and interactive challenges. Enjoy a variety of hands-on activities, test your problem-solving skills, and make the most of a social, exciting outing.

Roller Disco
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Thursday 16th April. Hit the rink for a fun-filled roller disco session! Skate to some classic hits, enjoy colourful lights, and share plenty of laughs together on the floor.

Goldfields Train Ride Experience
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Friday 17th April. Enjoy a classic ride with Goldfields Railway, travelling through beautiful scenery in vintage carriages, followed by a refreshing swim at Athenree Hot Springs.

First Friday: Mamma Mia! Sing-Along Night
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Friday 1st May. Join us for a Mamma Mia-inspired night. Sing along to the movie, then grab the mic and belt out your favourite ABBA hits on SingStar for a night full of music and laughs.

Emma Prill Art Workshop
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Saturday 2nd May. Get creative with a hands-on art session led by local artist Emma Prill! Explore your imagination, try new techniques, and enjoy a fun, artistic experience together.

Clip N Climb
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Thursday 7th May. Boost your energy and get moving at an evening of Clip 'n Climb! Challenge your strength, agility, and coordination while having fun and staying active.

First Friday: Harry Potter Night
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Friday 5th June. Step into the wizarding world for a magical Harry Potter-themed night! Enjoy themed activities, challenges, and fun as we celebrate Hogwarts and all things magical.

Hot Pools & Movie Day
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Sunday 7th June. Spend the day enjoying the hot pools and then head to the movies! Soak in the warm water, then grab some popcorn and catch a film on the big screen.

Dessert Workshop
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Saturday 20th June. Indulge your sweet tooth at a hands-on dessert workshop! Learn to make delicious treats, get creative, and enjoy tasting your own tasty creations.

First Friday: Golden Tickets & Chocolate Tricks
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Friday 3rd July. Attention chocolate lovers!Join us for a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory-themed night and create your own delicious chocolate masterpieces. Sweet treats and chocolatey fun guaranteed!

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Meet our vans
We love our vans, they help us make all our fun and engaging programmes happen!
Nessie joins Coco in the Bay, named after the mythical Lochness monster.
Coco is named after our previous Funding officer Courtney, who secured funding for this new purchase.
