World Smokefree May

Manaaki Ora Smokefree May Activations - Healthy Kai Demonstration
2026-05-15 12:30 - 14:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Waiora House, Kaimanawa Street, Taupo
Manaaki Ora Smokefree May Activations
We’re hosting a series of free events this May to support anyone thinking about becoming smokefree – whether you vape, smoke, or are just curious about making a change.
Come through, bring a friend or whānau member, and connect with a supportive space focused on hauora and positive change.
Free to attend
Open to smokers & vapers
No sign-up required

Te Yard Fitness
2026-05-15 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-05-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-29 17:30 - 18:30 | 303c Rosebank Road, Avondale, 303c Rosebank Road, Auckland, New Zealand
Ready to move, reset, and breathe better?
Join our FREE Friday 5:30pm Community Sessions at Te Yard — designed to lift your hauora, clear your head, and support you and your whānau on the journey to go smokefree.
No pressure. No judgement.
Just movement, connection, and good energy.
Whether you’re starting fresh or supporting someone close to you — this is for you.
All fitness levels welcome.

Mau Rakau
2026-05-15 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Clover Park Community House, 16A Israel Avenue, Auckland, Auckland
Free 9 week Mau Rakau classes for men, Rego Form – https://form.jotform.com/260896335605060

Patu Wāhine Toa
2026-05-16 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-05-23 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-05-30 08:30 - 09:30 | Clover Park Community House, 16A Israel Avenue, Auckland, Auckland
Free 9 week Patu Wāhine Toa classes for women, Rego Form – https://form.jotform.com/260896335605060

Hauora Club
2026-05-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Takapuna Beach, Takapuna Beach, Auckland, New Zealand
Hauora Club is a monthly wāhine gathering held at Takapuna Beach, open to all who are ready to pour back into themselves. Each session includes a 35-minute full body workout, followed by kai, kawhe, and a guided goal-setting kōrero.This is a space to move your tinana, connect with like-minded wāhine, and embrace te reo Māori in a supportive, uplifting environment — because healing, growth, and strength are even more powerful when we rise together. This is a space to move your tinana, connect with like-minded wāhine, and embrace te reo Māori in a supportive, uplifting environment — because healing, growth, and strength are even more powerful when we rise together.Follow us on Instagram ‘@hauoraclub or email Hauoraclub@gmail.com for more information. All women are welcome.

Tuia Learn2Lead Kaeo - WotMatters and Hapai Te Hauora - It Takes A Village
2026-05-17 10:00 - 13:30 | Kaeo RSA, Leigh Street, Kaeo, Northland, New Zealand
A community Korero Day off the back of the Tuia Learn2Lead project held in March at Kaeo Primary School and Community Hall. Guest speakers – Julian Ihaia Reweti Te Ao Maori Tradition Hau Ora Practitioner and Purakau Orator and Krystal Ngawiki – SS Practitioner and Addiction Prevention Facilitator – Hau Tapu.

YCD- Youth Cultural Development
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-24 | Christchurch, Christchurch
YCD will be leading out events in collaboration with smokefree throughout the week of youth week! Come join in for free kai, barber and braids, pool parties, an outdoor movie night and more!
Visit YCD Instagram for more information: Youth & Cultural Development (@ycd_chch) • Instagram photos and videos

Safe Sleep and “That’s Us” Smokefree Expo
2026-05-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Lake Manuwai, Lake Manuwai, Kerikeri, New Zealand
This expo will showcase the feedback, insights, and outcomes from the Safe Sleep Wānanga held on 18–19 April. It provides an opportunity to celebrate the learnings of participating whānau and highlight the impact of safe sleep education across the rohe.

Safe sleep and Smokefree messaging will be shared throughout the expo, reinforcing the importance of creating healthy, safe environments for pēpi and whānau.

Manaaki Ora Smokefree May Activations - Hikoi
2026-05-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Rotorua Lake Front, Lakefront Drive, Ohinemutu, Roto

Te Puna Kaha a Māui Bootcamp
2026-05-19 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-05-26 07:00 - 08:00 | Manurewa Marae, Finlayson Ave, 81 Finlayson Ave, Auckland
Te Puna Kaha a Māui 💪🏽
Kotahi tātou. Stronger together.
Nau mai, haere mai.
Join us at Manurewa Marae for a 6-week fitness bootcamp with Lui Anderson — ex Kiwi & NZ Warrior.
More than a workout, this is about whānau, connection, and building strength together.
All fitness levels welcome. Just show up.
📍 Tuesdays | 7:00am – 8:00am
📅 Starting 28th April – World Smokefree May
Register on the day or email: luia@manurewamarae.co.nz
Te Puna Kaha a Māui. Kotahi tātou. Stronger Together

Bodyworks
2026-05-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Massey Park, Papakura, New Zealand
Bodyworks is a wellbeing kaupapa designed to empower wahine to build confidence in their bodies, reconnect with their tinana, and discover their strength both physically and mentally within a safe, inclusive, and culturally grounded environment.

Wahine Tāwharau
2026-05-21 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Kawerau Town Hall, Islington Street, Kawerau, New Zealand
Come as you are, no experience required. You are loved, you count & are deeply respected- There is no judgement – We heal together. Elegance with Maōri weaponary as healing tool – Wahine mā only.

Thursday Feels Hip Hop Dance
2026-05-21 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-28 19:30 - 20:30 | 21a Coronation Road, Mangere Bridge
That’s Us: Move, Connect, Start Again
A 10-week space this World Smokefree May to show up as you are. No pressure. No judgement. Just movement, kōrero, and support. Whether you’re starting your smokefree journey or just need a positive reset — you’re welcome here. Bring a mate, bring your whānau, or come solo. We move together, grow together, and keep showing up. Thursdays | 7:30–8:30pm
Dance Class Registration

Youth Week - Taringaa Whakarongo ki te reo nga taihi - Our voices matter, we deserve to be heard
2026-05-22 16:00 - 21:00 | Northland
A collaborative day designed and executed by Rangatahi of Te Puu O Te Wheke. Lead organisations: Healthy Families Far North, People Potential, Sport Northland, Regent Training Center, Ara Whakamua Mid North, Te Kona, Solomon Group, WotMatters, E Tu Whanau, Hapai Te Hauora.
For more information, check out their Instagram here: Taiohi Collective (@taiohicollective) • Instagram photos and videos

Te Mana o Te Hā - Hawera
2026-05-25 09:00 - 2026-05-28 17:30 | Hawera library, 46 High Street, Hawera, New Zealand
Te Mana o te is a FREE hands-on science showcase that casts new light on the reality and risks of smoking and vaping.
Explore how we can break this cycle of addiction and prevent a new nicotine-based pandemic.

Manaaki Ora Smokefree May Activations - Healthy Kai Demonstration
2026-05-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Manaaki Ora, 16-20 Houkotuku Street, Rotorua, New Zealand

Clear the Air
2026-05-27 | New World Kaikoura, 124-128 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300
Come Join Joyce from Te Ha Waitaha, Jesse from Hāpai, and Karla from the heart foundation, lead out a Smokefree clinic in Kaikōura. Guess the groceries, free blood pressure checks and spot prizes!

Te Mana o Te Hā - New Plymouth
2026-05-29 09:00 - 2026-06-05 17:00 | WITT Te Pukenga New Plymouth Campus, 20 Bell Street, New Plymouth

Moerewa Tigers Rugby League - Safe Sleep Papa Wananga
2026-05-30 11:00 - 17:00 | Moerewa Rugby League Club, 14 Leaity Street, Moerewa
This wānanga is led and facilitated by tāne, creating a space to build knowledge and confidence around safe sleep for pēpi. While focused on new members, it remains inclusive of existing members, strengthening shared understanding across the club.

The wānanga brings together tāne from four codes – league, soccer, netball, and softball. Supporting a collective, kaupapa-driven approach to whānau wellbeing. Safe sleep and Smokefree messaging will be integrated throughout, reinforcing the importance of creating safe, healthy environments for pēpi and whānau.

Moerewa Tigers Rugby League - Tamariki Rugby League Tournament - "Thats Us" Smokefree Tournamaent.
2026-05-31 | Moerewa Rugby League Club, 14 Leaity Street, Moerewa
A Taitokerau Rugby League Tournament for all Junior Rugby League Teams. The Theme is “That’s Us” Smoke and Vape Free promotion day. Facilitated by the Safe Sleep Taane Champions of the Club. Expo, Promotional Gazebos and Roaming Quizz Teams.
