We are excited to announce we are hosting another Wellington Phoenix Experience camp in Whangarei at Marist Clubrooms, Park  Avenue, Whangarei during the April School Holidays. This camp will take place on the 14th-15th pf April between 9am and 3pm and is targeted for children born between 2011-2016. 

 

Our Experience Camps provide a unique opportunity for us to engage with young football enthusiasts from diverse communities across New Zealand. It serves as a platform for local talents to interact with Wellington Phoenix Staff, offering from a glimpse into the life of New Zealand’s sole professional football academy. Moreover, it marks the initial step in our talent identification process. Promising players identified during these camps may be invited to join a Discovery Camp later in the year. Additionally, we will be conducting coaching and parent workshops aimed at fostering growth within football communities and bridging the gap between grassroots and academy-level football. 

 

For further information including how to register please visit: https://wellingtonphoenixacademy.com/experience-camps/

April School Holidays 14th – 26th April 2025
 
The Quarry Arts Centre is hosting a range of children’s creative workshops over the term break. Designed to spark imagination and inspire young artists, book now for this chance to learn, create, and have fun! Classes are available as full day bookings as well as shorter sessions to suit a range of ages and choice of mediums.

 

10am - 12pm  $27
 1pm - 3pm      $27
 Full Day programme 8.30am - 3pm $60
 
 Workshops will be held in The Scallop Room, The Quarry Arts Centre, 21 Selwyn Avenue, Whangārei 0110

Follow the link to see all of the workshops available and book your place.
 https://quarryarts.org/product-category/art-workshops/kids-workshops/

Girls in Athletics Program, a dedicated initiative to encourage and support young women in sport while addressing the barriers they often face in participation.
Date: Monday 14th April
Time: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Kensington Park Track, Whangārei
Age Group: 11 – 18 years

This is the second part of our initiative and focuses on Hurdles, javelin, and long-distance running. Building confidence in a fun, supportive environment and encouraging teamwork and skill development

Registration link: https://regoform.mygameday.app/#/event/registration-form/girlsinathletics2

Spaces are limited—please sign up early!

 

We are proud to see athletics growing across the region, with new and established clubs offering weekly sessions for athletes of all ages and abilities. Current affiliated Northland athletics and running clubs include Athletics Whangarei, Hatea Run, Athletics Bay of Islands, Athletics Wellsford, Athletics Bream Bay, Kaiwaka Athletics club and Dargaville Athletics Club.

If you would like to give back through volunteering in the 2025/26 season, we would love to hear from you—no prior experience is necessary!

We are excited to announce that Tikipunga library is now open both mornings and afternoons to better serve families with children. This change aims to provide more convenient access to our resources and programs, supporting the educational and recreational needs of our students.