Mapu Maia

Mapu Maia Mapu Maia is an integrated national public health and counselling service for Pacific people.

Mapu Maia was set up in 2009 to provide a culturally appropriate service to effectively reduce the problem gambling harms in the Pacific community. Since then Mapu Maia’s service has evolved and expanded to include public health and screening trainings for community groups and delivering psychoeducation and therapeutic programmes on addictive behaviours and wellbeing in prisons and community centers around New Zealand. We are committed to providing effective and relevant public health and counseling services to Pacific people in the community.

To all our Pacific students walking the health pathway. 🌺Applications for the 2026 Pacific Health Scholarships are now o...
12/12/2025

To all our Pacific students walking the health pathway. 🌺

Applications for the 2026 Pacific Health Scholarships are now open. This is an opportunity to receive financial support and continue your studies with confidence.

Tag or share with someone who needs this.
www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/PHS

AFFIRM 2025 was buzzing in Aranui this past Saturday! 💙Our Mapu Maia team loved being part of the action, connecting wit...
09/12/2025

AFFIRM 2025 was buzzing in Aranui this past Saturday! 💙

Our Mapu Maia team loved being part of the action, connecting with whānau, sharing support, and celebrating the amazing talent and heart of this community.
Wainoni Park came alive with performances, kai, kids’ activities, and community stalls. At our stall, we had great conversations and shared info about gambling harm and the support available for individuals and whānau.
A day full of talanoa, laughter, and connection. Fa’afetai tele lava to everyone who showed us love, and to Aranui Community Trust for making it all happen! ✨

We are very proud of our teams who presented at the Cutting Edge Conference 2025, embodying Pasifika excellence earlier ...
14/11/2025

We are very proud of our teams who presented at the Cutting Edge Conference 2025, embodying Pasifika excellence earlier this week. Throughout the conference, the passion, preparation, and cultures truly shone through. Alofa and appreciation to the whole sector and everyone who played a part in making this space a meaningful and beneficial one for our workforce.

Together We Thrive - Hawke’s Bay!Last week on the 18th in Hawke’s Bay, our community came together to connect, learn, an...
28/10/2025

Together We Thrive - Hawke’s Bay!

Last week on the 18th in Hawke’s Bay, our community came together to connect, learn, and celebrate wellbeing. Thriving together was the Tuvaluan community along with local AOG churches! Flaxmere Samoan Assembly of God Hastings Samoan Aog

A heartfelt thank you to all our stallholders and partners for your support, energy, and alofa: Health Hawke's Bay, Job Connect - Work and Income, Citizens Advice Bureau Hastings, Kainga Pasifika Services, Diabetes NZ, and all others.

Your collective effort created an enjoyable space where our people could access vital support, resources, and important conversations.

Our strength is in our togetherness. 💜Hawke’s Bay! Join us for a free community event packed with fun activities, health...
13/10/2025

Our strength is in our togetherness. 💜

Hawke’s Bay! Join us for a free community event packed with fun activities, health checks, and immunisations. Enjoy giveaways and spot prizes, access follow-up support, and connect with others in a welcoming environment. See you there!

📅 Saturday, 18th October | 10AM – 2PM
📍 Flaxmere Community Centre, Flaxmere

Health Hawke's Bay Flaxmere Samoan Assembly of God

Lead with Love - September 🎉What a packed month it was with our Lead with Love campaign. It has been all about connectin...
07/10/2025

Lead with Love - September 🎉

What a packed month it was with our Lead with Love campaign. It has been all about connecting and sharing supportive conversations - from Auckland, Hawkes Bay, Wellington, to Christchurch.

Thank you to everyone engaging with us across the country, in the community, online, and in our offices. Your support helps foster connection and understanding - leading with love. 💜

Bula & Happy Fijian Language Week! 🌺We’re proud to celebrate Macawa ni Vosa Vakaviti, 5th - 11th of October, honouring t...
06/10/2025

Bula & Happy Fijian Language Week! 🌺

We’re proud to celebrate Macawa ni Vosa Vakaviti, 5th - 11th of October, honouring the beauty of the Fijian language, culture and people.

This year’s theme, “Na noqu vosa: me na tekivu mai vale” - “My language starts at home” reminds us that language is at the heart of identity and community.

Our displays in our offices across Aotearoa are a small way we show love and respect for our Fijian community. ❤️

15/09/2025

Our Lead with Love campaign is up and running – and we couldn’t be prouder of this nationwide drive to reduce the shame and stigma around gambling harm. We were delighted to have Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey MP at our launch recently; hear what he has to say about this important initiative.

For more visit https://www.mapumaia.nz/leadwithlove.

A proud day for the team…. Yesterday we officially launched Lead with Love, our campaign aimed at breaking the stigma th...
09/09/2025

A proud day for the team…. Yesterday we officially launched Lead with Love, our campaign aimed at breaking the stigma that keeps those we love stuck in their gambling addiction.

We were delighted to be joined by Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey MP, Te Whatu Ora Pacific Workforce Director Pauline Fuimaono Sanders, Te Whatu Ora Central Regional Director Tuifa'asisina Maria Lafaele, and Asian Family Services CEO Dr Kelly Feng.

We’re excited to have this important campaign out in the world – look and listen out for us on buses, billboards, social, radio and in the community!

04/09/2025

She’s not just someone who gambles — she’s your sister, your best mate, your favourite auntie. Lead with Love when it comes to gambling harm. See the person, not the addiction. For ways to reach out with love and support, visit www.leadwithlove.nz.

Together We Thrive Meko - Health Day Saturday 30th August was a great success, what a way to lead into our Lead with Lov...
04/09/2025

Together We Thrive Meko - Health Day

Saturday 30th August was a great success, what a way to lead into our Lead with Love campaign, with bringing together our Samoan Methodist churches and wider community for a day of free health checks, immunisations, and connection. We thank our families who came along, accessing support from providers and making positive decisions for their wellbeing.

Fa’afetai tele lava to everyone who made this day possible!

Maxcare Methodist The Fono Local Doctors Kidney Health Cancer Society Auckland Diabetes NZ Positive Women Heart Foundation NZ

Thank you Vaka Tautua in hosting our Mapu Maia hero GHAW Man! Lead with Love encourages empathy and compassion not shame...
04/09/2025

Thank you Vaka Tautua in hosting our Mapu Maia hero GHAW Man! Lead with Love encourages empathy and compassion not shame and embarrassment in gambling harm.

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15 Jack Conway Avenue, Manukau
Auckland
2104

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm

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+64800212122

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Mapu Maia, the Pacific Unit at the PGF Group was set up in 2009 to provide a culturally appropriate service to effectively reduce the gambling harms in the Pacific community. Since then Mapu Maia’s service has evolved and expanded to alcohol and drug addictions and community public health projects in our offices across Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

You can catch our staff delivering community radio programs in Pasifika language or out in the community supporting community groups to raise awareness of gambling harm.

Mapu Maia supports individuals, families and community groups to create change and build resilience through Talatalanoa.