October 2025 ~ NEWSLETTER
- Seed 2 Harvest
- Oct 3
- 5 min read
Kia Ora, welcome to our September edition of Seed 2 Harvest (S2H) monthly newsletters!
Bringing to you hot off the press updates from your community centre at 96 Swanson Rd Henderson, Auckland.
WELCOME TO SEED 2 HARVEST
Its Local body Elections
MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT!!

Henderson-Massey Local Board Candidates
11 OCTOBER 2025 - VOTING CLOSES MIDDAY
We would like to acknowledge two candidates standing in the local body elections Leao Tildsley and Repeka George-Koteka. Both candidates and their families are part of the Seed 2 Harvest Church community, we are proud of their courage and decision to say Yes!
We wish them all the best!

With over 15 years in community development, I’m a listener, a connector, and a fierce advocate for our neighborhoods. Together with the Westwards team, I’m committed to delivering real, lasting change.
Change starts with us. Let’s build a stronger, safer, and more connected West Auckland—together.

As a proud Pacific leader, I bring lived experience, governance expertise, and a passion for inclusive, sustainable communities. With a Master’s in Indigenous Knowledge and as a PhD candidate, I serve across boards and Pacific-led spaces, weaving wisdom, equity, and action into local leadership.
Venue Hire
Did you know! that when you hire our building for your functions, meetings, programmes you are supporting the organisation to continue doing good in the community?
Thats right, every dollar raised from facility hire is directed straight back into the organisation to deliver programme such as the Fale kai, Holiday Programmes, Community Connect groups and so much more.
Rooms available:
· Board room
· Kitchen
· Small deck viewing our ma'ara kai and rugby field
· Ample parking
· a NEW TOILET BLOCK!!
For bookings CLICK the tab to complete the form.
What's on this October?

Rally for Rathgar – Community Safety Forum
We’re calling on students, whānau, faith leaders, and neighbours to come together for an important public forum on safety in the Rathgar area.
Monday 6 October, 6:00–7:30pm
Seed 2 Harvest, 96 Swanson Road, Henderson
Hear from students, whānau, and community leaders
Meet election candidates face-to-face
Call for urgent changes to make Rathgar safer for everyone
From unsafe crossings at Larnoch & Rathgar Road, to neglected alleyways and the need for a community hub, we’ll be addressing the issues that matter most to our community.
RSVP: lynette@communitywaitakere.org.nz | 022 639 8761
Or register here: https://events.humanitix.com/revive-rathgar-community-hui...
Let’s stand together for a safer, stronger Rathgar!

KOINONIA WOMENS CONNECT
Our Women’s Connect gatherings are designed to be a breath of fresh air - a time to pause, connect deeply, and journey together in faith. Held fortnightly Thursdays so the next dates are:
Thursday 16th October 2025
Thursday 30th October 2025
MEN'S BREAKFAST CONNECT

The Men's Breakfast provides a great chance to meet and engage with other men who are passionate about their faith and committed to serving God in our community. Why not come along and check it out for yourself, you will not be disappointed. This is a free event held monthly.


S2H FALE-KAI
A unique service offered here to all families in need of kai (food). Full details are on the attached flyer, or you can head to our website to complete the online form and receive the support you need for you and your whanau (family). Click on the button below to go directly to our website.
Seed 2 Harvest Church Services

S2H is a high functioning body of people who are active in the community.
Church services are a time to connect, build new relationships and be encouraged. The services are set up for notices, worship band, an encouraging word followed by shared refreshments.
We are a small community of friends and family who love the Lord, love being hands and feet in the community and love doing life together.
S2H church services run fortnightly from 10:30am – 1pm, all are welcome. Click on the link below to download the 2025 Schedule


Pledging your support
An opportunity for you to support the repair of our Centre's roof. It is a huge ask - every dollar counts. Pledges are slowly increasing each month which is fantastic! This is a call to all businesses, investors, funders and individuals who would like to support an expanding Centre where our reach is to the wider community where we are making a difference. Why not enquire how you can help, click on the button below to get in touch.
Missions to Bali - Indonesia
Here is an opportunity for you to INVEST to our upcoming Misson Trip to Bali, Indonesia. We have a RAFFLE going at the moment and you can be in to win some amazing prizes. If you would like to purchase any tickets, click on the tab and send your details through. We have a MEAT/GROCERY RAFFLE and a CULTURE RAFFLE - you have 3 chances to WIN!! Below are the two Culture items on display:
30 x 30 Art piece called "The Master Weaver"...Artist Leao Tildsley
Kaute / Aute / Hibiscus Tivaevae...Created by Repeka George-Koteka and tacked by the Mission Team
September Highlights
LMWC - PolyJam Classic
Attending the Tuilaepa Youth Mentoring Services - PolyJam Classic was a fantastic experience. The LMWC was represented by the Le Moana Valley Team full of enthusiastic players, particularly Rev Gary Mauga, and to our surprise, we won the competition and Rev got the MVP Player Award...woohoo! Next year, we plan to defend our title, and I'm certain Litara will be eager to participate!
Men's Breakfast Connect
This month's gathering of men was exceptional, featuring a powerful message from Ps Tone Leuta. The Lace Foundation group, led by Levi Teleiai, also joined us, making the fellowship an inspiring experience with incredible testimonies of transformation and a fantastic meal to conclude. Be sure not to miss the next event! - full details above.
Regional Network Hui held at Seed 2 Harvest
Regional Network Hui West Auckland was held at Seed 2 Harvest Centre. Acknowledging Petelo Eskielu and his team from Auckland Council for choosing our Centre for this amazing gathering.
We were surrounded by māra kai experts, community leaders, councillors from all areas of Tāmaki Makaurau.
Our amazing S2H staff: Litara Faresa - Fale-Kai Coordinator and Elmma Richmond - Māra Kai Coordinator who shared how S2H eco-system works for us and the impact it is having in our communities…well done team
Seed 2 Harvest would love to hear from you, why not send a comment or even better, subscribe to receive our newsletter so you will be informed with upcoming events each month.
We would love for you to be part of our growing community.

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