Community Hall & Events
The Omori Kuratau Community Hall, managed by the Omori Kuratau Charitable Trust, serves as a vibrant gathering space for our community.
Located at 220 Omori Road, between the Omori and Kuratau settlements (next to the fire station), the hall was built in 2006 through community funding and volunteer labour. It operates entirely on fundraising and generous donations from community members. Thanks to the dedicated committee members who manage the hall and organise its events – the Annual and Ongoing Activities below:
Annual Events
The hall hosts these major events each year:
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Easter and Labour Weekend Markets (Saturday 25 October 2025)
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Winter Quiz Night
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Two-day Fishing Competition (January 1 & 2) - Registration 2-4pm, Fish days 1st and 2nd January, Prize giving 6.30pm 2nd January
In addition to these, the Hall holds a selection of fun community events, including:
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Christmas Carols on December 24 at 6pm - Gold coin donation
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Colour Fun Run on December 28 at 2pm at the Omori Reserve
And note the:
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OKRA AGM is Saturday 3 January 2026 at 10am
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KOPS AGM Monday 5 January 2026 at 10am
Ongoing Activities
Throughout the year, there are regular activities:
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Monthly potluck dinners on the last Friday (February through November)
These are $3pp (as well as bringing your meal contribution)
28 November 2025 is the Xmas Potluck - $5 pp
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Twice-weekly Mahjong on Mondays and Fridays at 1:15 pm (February through November)
For Mahjong contact: Ngaire Grainger 021 435 534 or
Donna Grenier 0274 446 442
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The hall also features a cosy library for anyone in need of a good read or jigsaw puzzle, and you are welcome to leave books.
For Library contact: Sue Cook 027 367 8386
Many of these activities have a small community fee, typically $3.
Hall Rentals and Support
The Omori Kuratau Community Hall is available for private events like birthday parties, family Christmas gatherings, reunions, and baby showers.
For hall rentals, donations, or to join our email list, please contact us through our website or phone Raewyn Beattie (Chair) 027 223 5214
We appreciate any support for this valuable community asset. If you would like to make a donation, please use the Omori Kuratau Charitable Trust account number: 060471-0725243-00 and include your name as a reference.
Thank you for helping keep this community space alive and thriving!
