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Free Playcentre Messy Play Week Event

February 20, 2026

Playcentre’s free Messy Play Week event for whānau with children from birth to school age is being held again this year from Monday 2 March to Friday 6 March at nearly 400 Playcentres across...Read More

Playcentre appoints Chief Executive

December 17, 2025

Te Whānau Tupu Ngātahi o Aotearoa (Playcentre Aotearoa) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nepia Winiata (Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga) as Chief Executive Officer.  Nepia brings more than...Read More

Ōtaki Playcentre Explores the Snow!

October 30, 2025

Ōtaki Playcentre tamariki and whānau love to connect with te taiao through our weekly nature play sessions - usually it’s the beach, bush, or park. But this time, we swapped sand for snow and...Read More

Grandparents at Playcentre – Lisa’s Story

September 18, 2025

At Playcentre grandparents are welcomed as a valued part of our village.  Grandmother Lisa Kaukau, who attends Manurewa Playcentre with her 17-month-old mokopuna Anahera, shares her story. Kia...Read More

Takaanini Playcentre celebrates reopening

June 16, 2025

Takaanini Playcentre has officially reopened its doors, marking a significant milestone for the local community and early childhood education in the Auckland region. The reopening was celebrated...Read More

Ōpunake Playcentre celebrates 60 years

June 6, 2025

The Ōpunake Playcentre proudly celebrated its 60th anniversary on Sunday, May 17th, with a heartfelt afternoon gathering that brought together old and new members of the community. The...Read More

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