Ngā Atua ō Matariki, opening at Pātaka Museum of Arts and Culture on June 13th, is an exhibition of photographed works inspired by Ngā Atua of the Matariki star cluster, this collection reimagines the 9 Atua through the contemporary body painting on tangata whenua.

Over five weeks, the space opens to the community to connect, create, and reflect on the rising of Matariki, a time to celebrate renewal. Experience interactive face painting workshops, activities for tamariki, and behind-the-scenes insights into the creative journey.

At the core, this project is dedicated to Pitaarangaōtemahita Rongopai, whose journey on Te-Waka-ō-Rangi will be completed among many others during the course of this exhibition.

Ngā Atua ō Matariki, opening at Pātaka Museum of Arts and Culture on June 13th, is an exhibition of photographed works inspired by Ngā Atua of the Matariki star cluster, this collection reimagines the 9 Atua through the contemporary body painting on tangata whenua.

Over five weeks, the space opens to the community to connect, create, and reflect on the rising of Matariki, a time to celebrate renewal. Experience interactive face painting workshops, activities for tamariki, and behind-the-scenes insights into the creative journey.

At the core, this project is dedicated to Pitaarangaōtemahita Rongopai, whose journey on Te-Waka-ō-Rangi will be completed among many others during the course of this exhibition.

Upper Hutt Repair Cafe is running an event coming up on June 13!

Upper Hutt Repair Café (est. 2019) helps with household items needing repair — small electricals, tools, toys, furniture and more. With the help of skilled, friendly volunteers, you’ll receive practical advice and assistance. You can repair it yourself with guidance, or have it repaired with your assistance. Choosing repair over replacement reduces waste and saves buying new.

Aside from any parts required (which we recommend you purchase yourself), the only cost is a donation of your choosing.

Our volunteers bring wide-ranging skills and a shared passion for sustainability, waste reduction and a circular economy, and we’re happy to look at most things. If we can’t repair your item, we’ll help you find a sustainable next step — whether that’s a professional repairer, upcycling or disposal.

1 Milton St, Trentham, Upper Hutt. Located in the Baptist Church main hall on the corner of Fergusson Drive and Milton Street.

Good food. Good people. Doing some good while we're at it.

Cuba Street Tavern is launching a new monthly series, bringing people together over a great Sunday roast while supporting local organisations doing important work in our city. For the first Community Sunday's series, we'll be supporting Wellington City Mission across June, July and August - donating a portion of proceeds from each event to support the amazing work they do in our community.

Bookings are $40pp and include a two-course Sunday roast (main and dessert), with a vegetarian option available. Simply book your spot via our online booking portal, pull up a chair, and spend your Sunday afternoon enjoying good food and good company.

Whether you're a regular at the Tav or joining for the first time, everyone is welcome!

-Last Sunday of every month -Two-course Sunday roast -Vegetarian option available -June-August supporting Wellington City Mission

Bookings via the Cuba St Tavern website (Contact Us → select your date → choose Community Sundays – Sunday Roast)

Because good food has always had a way of bringing people together