18 September 2026 | The Liberty Centre, Whakatāne
Community Expo & Keynote
The Community Expo and Keynote presentation with internationally-renowned resilience expert and TEDex speaker Dr Lucy Hone, was an afternoon of connection, learning, and community spirit.
Bringing together local organisations, service providers, and residents from across the Eastern Bay, the event showcased the strength of our community and the positive impact we can create when we come together.
This event was kindly sponsored by Gateway Funeral Services. You can find out more about how they support the community through their business fund here.
Photo credit: Claire House Photography
Gateway Funeral Services
Whakatāne School for Young Parents
Pou Whakaaro (disability and mental health support)
Neurodiversity Family Support
Big Brothers Big Sisters (youth mentoring)
Virtual Eastern Bay Villages (senior support)
Parent To Parent / Altogether Autism
Alzheimers Eastern Bay of Plenty
Salvation Army
Your Way Kia Roha (disability support)
Disabilities Resource Centre Trust
Neighbourhood Support
Victim Support: Manaaki Tāngata
Ngati Awa Social and Health Services
Growing Through Grief
Tautokomai (sexual harm support)































