Drop In Services
The Lower Hutt Women’s Centre
Women are welcome to ‘drop in’ to the Lower Hutt women’s centre anytime during our opening hours. Just come straight down the hallway, into the kitchen where you can settle in. We offer a warm, dry, safe space for all women and children. The women’s centre is always a women only space.
We’re open:
Monday and Tuesday 10:00am to 2:00pm
Wednesday to Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm
We also have the following more structured drop-in groups.
Feminist Discussion Group
The second Friday of each month 7 – 8.30pm
Free, no need to book
Come down to the Centre for some supper and a yarn. There will be a different topic each month.
Kai & Korero
The third Tuesday of each month 12 – 1pm
Free, no need to book
Come down to the Centre for some kai and connection.
Susan’s Circle
Come along and join “Susan’s Circle’ each fourth Saturday of the month, 10.00 – 12.00pm at the Lower Hutt Women’s Centre 186 Knights Road for conversation, connection and coffee.
A space to talk about life, changes and choices, menopause, parenting, shifting priorities, and having fun too!
No need to book. Koha (if you can) $10 to cover coffee & cake
What women can do when they drop in
- Computers – the centre has two computers for women to use.
- Volunteers – Often there is a volunteer available for women to talk to. You may be after a listening ear or after information on resources available to you. Our volunteers can help with that.
- Tea/ coffee – There is always free hot drinks available.
- Space to chill – The centre is a safe space, where all women and children are welcome to spend time just chilling out and being themselves.
- Wifi – We have free wifi available for women to access
- Information / pamphlets – There are are pamphlets available for women browse. If you can’t find what you are after, one of our volunteers may be able to help you.
- Donation box – Women are welcome add, or take from, our donation box, which is located in our hallway. We accept small donations such as clothings and toys. All women are welcome to browse through the donation box, there are no requirements for accessing it, please just take what you need.
- Library – If you are a member of the Lower Hutt Women’s centre you are welcome to browse the library. Which is located in one of the rooms in the house.