"A place where community comes together"
Our Purpose
To enhance the social, cultural and physical well being of the local community by providing accessible and affordable facilities and a wide range of programmes, workshops and opportunities for people of all ages, cultures and interests to come together in a safe and supportive environment to meet people, make friends, try new things, learn, share, contribute and participate in their local community.
To enhance the social, cultural and physical well being of the local community by providing accessible and affordable facilities and a wide range of programmes, workshops and opportunities for people of all ages, cultures and interests to come together in a safe and supportive environment to meet people, make friends, try new things, learn, share, contribute and participate in their local community.
Our History
A Community tree planting day at Shoal Bay Reserve in 1977 was the beginning of what is now the Devonport Community House and Creche.
A two-year gestation period included surveys, support from the old Devonport Borough Council, which included making a facility available, then occupied by the Highland Pipe Band, the Navy, Churches, Takapuna Grammar School, and a large portion of the Community. The doors to the Community House and Creche first opened in 1979 in a building, previously the headquarters of the 15th AA Regiment, on Mt Victoria.
A huge number of people have been involved over the years, participating in activities, house roster – the welcoming face of the House - serving on the committee, fundraising, staff, supporting the Claystore and generally making the Community House their own. Special input was by Warwick Blackburn, the DBC Town Planner, Bruce McFarlane, the architect who drew up plans for the transition from army transit camp to Community House, Ian Redfern over saw Naval Cadets with building renovations and John Raeburn, who spearheaded the structure of the House.
Devonport Primary School children were tasked with naming the House, which they aptly named Wikitoria, Maori for Victoria.
Takapuna Grammar School, Third Formers spent structured learning time at the Creche as part of their life skills programme.
The activities of the House and Creche outgrew Wikitoria and in 1995 they relocated down the hill to their current location, previously the old Council Works depot, here at 32 Clarence Street. This was with help from the then North Shore City Council, Lotteries, ASB Community fund and the local community.
“I love the aliveness of the House. It was always planned that it would change and evolve as required and that’s what is so fantastic. It is vibrant and meaningful.”
Wendy Bailey (Hollyer)
Devonport Community House Patron
A Community tree planting day at Shoal Bay Reserve in 1977 was the beginning of what is now the Devonport Community House and Creche.
A two-year gestation period included surveys, support from the old Devonport Borough Council, which included making a facility available, then occupied by the Highland Pipe Band, the Navy, Churches, Takapuna Grammar School, and a large portion of the Community. The doors to the Community House and Creche first opened in 1979 in a building, previously the headquarters of the 15th AA Regiment, on Mt Victoria.
A huge number of people have been involved over the years, participating in activities, house roster – the welcoming face of the House - serving on the committee, fundraising, staff, supporting the Claystore and generally making the Community House their own. Special input was by Warwick Blackburn, the DBC Town Planner, Bruce McFarlane, the architect who drew up plans for the transition from army transit camp to Community House, Ian Redfern over saw Naval Cadets with building renovations and John Raeburn, who spearheaded the structure of the House.
Devonport Primary School children were tasked with naming the House, which they aptly named Wikitoria, Maori for Victoria.
Takapuna Grammar School, Third Formers spent structured learning time at the Creche as part of their life skills programme.
The activities of the House and Creche outgrew Wikitoria and in 1995 they relocated down the hill to their current location, previously the old Council Works depot, here at 32 Clarence Street. This was with help from the then North Shore City Council, Lotteries, ASB Community fund and the local community.
“I love the aliveness of the House. It was always planned that it would change and evolve as required and that’s what is so fantastic. It is vibrant and meaningful.”
Wendy Bailey (Hollyer)
Devonport Community House Patron
COVID-19
In order to provide a safe environment for everyone, we ask that you comply with the following Level 1 requirements:
General Health – If anyone in your group is unwell, they should stay at home until they feel better. If participants are uncertain whether or not to attend your activity in regards to their health, they should ring their GP or call Healthline on 0800 358 5453
Contact Tracing – A QR Code is available for users to download or alternatively, you can complete the Contact Tracing Form which are both at the entrance to the House.
Hygiene – There is hand-sanitiser available at the entrance to the House if people would like to use it. Please remember to wash and dry your hands often and properly.
In order to provide a safe environment for everyone, we ask that you comply with the following Level 1 requirements:
General Health – If anyone in your group is unwell, they should stay at home until they feel better. If participants are uncertain whether or not to attend your activity in regards to their health, they should ring their GP or call Healthline on 0800 358 5453
Contact Tracing – A QR Code is available for users to download or alternatively, you can complete the Contact Tracing Form which are both at the entrance to the House.
Hygiene – There is hand-sanitiser available at the entrance to the House if people would like to use it. Please remember to wash and dry your hands often and properly.