Devonport Classic Chess Tournament

What: Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just keen for a casual match, the Devonport Classic welcomes players of all levels to compete, connect, and celebrate the game — and spectators are warmly encouraged to cheer you on as you take down the opposition.
🏆 Prizes Announced Monthly
The prize pool will be announced on the Devonport Chess Club Instagram the Monday before each First Thursday tournament. 
💰 Where Your Entry Fee Goes
All funds raised go directly back into:
  • Prizes and gear for future tournaments - first gear upgrade is to TGS Chess Club Clocks (the current ones aren’t up to NZCF standards)
  • Supporting the TGS Chess Team’s journey to Nationals
When: Next tournament Thursday 3rd September 7pm
Thursday 5th November 7pm
Devonport Community House Kauri Hall

To register: ​https://events.humanitix.com/devonport-classic-chess-tournaments-2026

Carers & Cha​ts

When - Once a month at 12PM on Thursday

​Next Sessions - 
Thursday 23rd July
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Where - Devonport Community House
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​What​ - Join us, for monthly speakers or a cuppa, a chat and a catch up with other carers in our community to find out what support is available. Supported by Dementia Auckland. 

​RSVP - r[email protected]

COMMUNITY TABLE TENNIS

When - Wednesdays 2pm-4pm and Thursdays 12pm-2pm

More info- Come and enjoy playing some table tennis with your community. Balls, bats, tables and refreshments provided. Enjoy a mid day break and a run around!
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Cost - $2 donation 

DEVONPORT COMMUNITY HOUSE VAN RUNS​

When - Tuesday and Thursdays

More info- 
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Shoppers Run
Tuesdays  10am and 1pm
Be picked up from your home and taken to Devonport New World and home again. Our volunteer drivers can help you with your bags also.

Library Run
Thursdays  1.00pm- 2.30pm
Be picked up from your home and taken to the Devonport Library for an information session, library services and tea/coffee. Our volunteer driver will take you home again afterwards. 
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Cost - $2 donation 

Bookings- Phone (09) 445 3068

NEWCOMERS MEET-UP

When - Thursdays 9.30am-10.30am (Term Time)

Where - Devonport Community House- Mezzanine
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​What​ - Join our weekly Newcomers Meet-up to connect with fellow newcomers, share experiences and learn about our community. A Citizen Advice Bureau representative available at session. All welcome!

Cost - Free
DIGITAL HELP
What - Digital Help is for anyone who is needing help with their technical device. For your iPad, tablet, laptop or phone, our technical professionals are here to answer your questions. Every Friday we will be holding these sessions (during term time) and you will be able to bring your device and questions for some one on one help. 

When - Fridays 10.00am-12pm (Term Time)

Where - ​​Rātā Room, Devonport Community House

Cost - FREE
TEA & BOARD GAMES
Now on Mondays! 
When -Mondays , 10:30am - 12:00pm (Term Time)

Where - Devonport Community House
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​What​ - Come along for a cup or tea or coffee and play board games! Bring your friends or come to meet new friends.  Just turn up or contact [email protected] 

Cost - Koha Donation