About Us

Our Kaupapa: Walking the path of recovery, wrapped in the cloak of support.

Te Ara Korowai is a peer-led creative wellbeing centre in Raumati Beach, dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for all. We offer a variety of inclusive classes focused on creativity and mental wellbeing, where everyone in our community is encouraged to participate. Our mission is to promote positive mental health through a combination of peer support, creative expression, and wellness practices.

As a not-for-profit organisation, we rely on grants and donations to continue providing these essential services to those in need within our community.

 

OUR TEAM AND VOLUNTEERS

Centre Manager / Creative Director– Rebecca Bond

Centre Coordinator / Arts Tutor – Ara Kennedy

Arts Tutors – Nicky Campbell, Janne Thompson, Emily-Jane Smith

Writing Tutor – Bryony Rogers

Meditation Teacher – Geraldine Reid

Cooking Tutors – Elisha Nauta, Katie Bowie

Maintenace – Tony Newey

 

OUR BOARD

Our Board is composed of community members, with at least half having lived experience of mental distress, as required by our constitution.

Chair: Bill Hawke

Secretary: Phil Clark

Treasurer: Melanie Attree 

Members: Paul Dacombe-Bird; Wayne Butson

Member Representative: Alex 

Charity registration CC28369