2021 Events
Auckland Tai Chi and wellbeing inclusive programme – Tai Chi for children and young adults with disabilities and their family/whānau – free (added 15 January 2021)
Tai Chi for Children/Young Adults with disabilities – Cornwall Park, Auckland. Auckland Tai Chi and Wellbeing Inclusive Programme. Come along and enjoy some fun moves and calm breathing at: Cornwall Park, Auckland (Michael Horton Dr) Saturday Mornings (starting from 23rd January) 10:30 – 11:15. Participants must be accompanied by a Parent/Carer. Please check Facebook https://www.facebook.com/taichiearth/ if we will be at the left or right location on the map and for up to date weather cancellations and when the summer sessions have stopped. Funded by Regional Sport and Recreation Grants Programme 2020/2021. Click here for the flier
Illuminate Night Market 27th February (added 12 January 2021)
Recreate NZ brings you Illuminate, an all-inclusive night market, organized by young New Zealanders to celebrate the talents, passion and success of local young people. Ferndale House, 830 New North Road, Mt Albert, 5.30-10pm. All stall holders participating in the evening will come from a disability background or from a youth community that actively challenges the status quo. The evening will showcase several young people who have created their own path to employment creating an opportunity for the local community to engage with NZ made, socially conscious products. If this wasn’t already enough reason to come along to a fantastic evening supporting outstanding New Zealanders, we may be able to entice you with the knowledge of some great entertainment and awesome Food Vendors on the night. We would love to see you guys pop in for a fun night! The Venue is accessible for Drop off and Pick up Vans as well as being wheelchair accessible, so we would love for you to share it with your database. We will be releasing more exciting Info on the Stall holders over the coming weeks. Follow us on facebook to check it out https://www.facebook.com/events/1646347032214477/ We would love to support and showcase more people and their ideas, so If you have something for a stall or know somebody who would like to participate in Illuminate or have any other ideas you would like to contribute: please contact Sheridan at sheridan@recreate.org.nz
Unpacking Disability Law 2021 – Waitakere (added 11 January 2021)
Registrations for our Unpacking Disability Law programme are open. This free community-based programme, held in Massey in 2021, is focused on disability and your legal rights. Unpacking Disability Law is designed for disabled people and supporters. You can come to the entire programme or you can choose which sessions to attend.
17 February 2021 – Employment Essentials: Pre-employment and Employment Rights Register by 3 February 2021
3 March 2021 – Tools to Keep Safe: Personal Safety Rights and Protections around Domestic Violence, Trespass, Harassment and Cyber Bullying. Register by 17 February 2021
17 March 2021 – Who’s Got the Power: Enduring Power of Attorney, Welfare Guardianship, Property Managers and Supported Decision Making. Planning Ahead: Making a Will. Register by 3 March 2021
All sessions are 10am to 1pm. To register give us your name, email address, contact phone number, date and session(s) name you want to attend. Please email us at info@adl.org.nz, or text 027 457 5140 or ring 09 257 5140. Access Needs: The venue is Common House, Massey Community Hub, 385 Don Buck Rd, Massey, Auckland. The venue is wheelchair accessible. If you require an NZSL interpreter, please advise us two weeks in advance of your session. Please let us know if you require written resources ahead of time for your screen reader, technology or to prepare for the session. You are welcome to bring a support person, family member or agency with you. Please let us know if you have any other access needs. All sessions are free. Light refreshments will be provided.
Show Your Ability – February/March 2021 (added 19 January 2021)
Free Disability Equipment Expo 2021
Auckland – North Shore Events Centre, 22nd February, 9am-3.30pm
Hamilton – Claudelands Event Centre, 24th February, 9am-3pm
Palmerston North – Central Energy Event Centre, 26th February, 9am-3pm
Christchurch – Pioneer Recreation and Sports Centre, 1st March, 9am-2pm
Dunedin – Edgar Stadium, 2nd March, 9am-1pm
Click here for the flier
World Festival of Magic Show – online this year
The Remuera Lions Club proudly presents this Special 2020 Version of the Magic Show. We’re bringing the show into everyone’s home this year, so families can enjoy this show together over the Christmas/Holiday break. This year the Remuera Lions World Festival of Magic will include some really great magic, magic tricks to learn and even a colouring competition for the children to enter. Click here to view the show this year
Razzamatazz Shows – online this year
Thanks to the sheer determination and talent of our amazing performers, they have brought together under Covid-19 lockdown, this year’s Show online. We are thrilled to be able to launch this fun family Show in time for the holiday weekend. Bringing smiles to our IDFNZ kids Foundation patient members as well as the wider patient community across New Zealand. If you enjoy the show please ‘like’ us on facebook.
Razzamatazz Part 1 https://vimeo.com/467178926 Password is Razz,
Razzamatazz Part 2 https://vimeo.com/469610070 Password is Razz
Phab Brick Club – 16 years plus, Takapuna, Free weekly group (added 6 October 2020)
Lego was a great success yesterday at the Holiday Program, so many awesome creations. Get involved with our Brick Club starting next term: Term 4 2020 and Term 2 2021 – Mondays from 4pm – 5.30pm. The Phab Building – Takapuna, Free. Age 16 + Focus: Building in groups supports communication and Co-operation. Limited Numbers. Contact bex@phab.org.nz or ph. 021437101 to book your spot or click here to view their facebook page
2021 ATSNZ Disability Expo, Improving Your Everyday – Registrations Now Open! (added 2 December 2020)
Tuesday 16 – Wednesday 17 March 2021, Sir Woolf Fisher Arena, Vodafone Events Centre, Manukau, Auckland New Zealand Register now! Now in its second year, ATSNZ Disability Expo brings a unique opportunity for clinical specialists to touch, learn and interact with the latest technology from a wide range of disability equipment providers and meet with suppliers. The event is open to all allied health professionals as well as visitors of all ages, including those with a disability, seniors and their families, friends and carers. Free Registration, Free Parking for all
pre-registered attendees, free Coffee for all pre-registered attendees, free Conference Program, Easy Access for all. We are working towards creating a COVIDSafe experience for all our exhibitors, speakers and visitors. Due to limited seating for seminars and conferences, we encourage all the delegates to pre-register and secure their seats in advance. If you’re an occupational therapist, carer, parent, or from any division within the disability sector, this event is for you. Let’s make New Zealand’s 2021 event bigger and better. For more information visit www.atsnzexpo.co.nz or phone 0800 451 590.
