Help us cross the finish line!

Weโ€™re on the move and we need your help to raise more funds!

For nearly 50 years, Mount Maunganui Playcentre has played a vital role in local familiesโ€™ lives, delivering free play-based, child-led learning with parents at the heart of their childโ€™s development. We strongly believe in the Playcentre kaupapa โ€œWhฤnau tupu ngฤtahi - families growing togetherโ€ and have supported thousands of local children from diverse backgrounds to learn through play since our centre opened in 1974.

Our relocation is key to continuing our strong family centred legacy. Want to learn more about our relocation project?

Ways to support us

Wish us a Happy Birthday!

Donate an item from our 50th birthday wish list

Become an official partner

Interested in sponsoring an area of play, sharing a private donation or donating goods or services?

Be a part of history

Secure your spot on the supportersโ€™ art mural at our new centre.

Every small donation helps

Join many others who have made a real difference by donating to our Givealittle page.

Mount Maunganui Playcentre began in 1974 which means this year we are celebrating our 50th birthday! We are hosting a birthday celebration at our Playcentre this September.

We would love to see as many of our past members and tamariki present to celebrate this important milestone.

Register for our birthday event below or say Happy Birthday by selecting a gift from our Birthday Register.

Weโ€™re turning 50!

Letโ€™s stay connected.

Learn all about our latest news and what weโ€™ve been up to at Playcentre this week over on our social media pages.