< Back to Business Directory New World Tawa 04 232 3831 35 Oxford Street, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Daily 7am - 9pm New World Tawa is a 100% locally owned & operated supermarket! Open 7 am-9 pm daily based in the heart of Tawa. Services include: Full-service cafe Catering services Free Wi-Fi Online shopping Soft Plastics Recycling We have a few Tawa exclusive offers*: 5% Gold Card discount on Tuesdays and Thursdays Free coffee from our cafe when you spend over $200 T&Cs apply.

< Back to Business Directory Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa info@emergeaotearoa.org.nz unit b/10 Surrey Street, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: We support people from all walks of life to reach their full potential by working with them to improve their individual and family/whānau wellbeing. We embrace diversity and our work reflects this. The Trust oversees the following entities: Emerge Aotearoa Limited Emerge Aotearoa Housing Emerge Aotearoa Peer Led Ignite Aotearoa Our wide variety of services aim to help communities thrive. They address a range of needs including poverty, homelessness, substance addiction, unemployment, physical and intellectual disability, offender rehabilitation, and mental health challenges. Our organisation is committed to empowering disadvantaged communities through our innovative services and programmes. This commitment is guided by our strategic priorities of Māori succeeding as Māori, Lived Experience and Diversity are Privileged, and Thriving Pacific Peoples. You can read more about these in Our Strategic Pou.

< Back to Business Directory Westpac ATM 5 William Earp Place, Tawa, Wellington 5028, New Zealand Hours: 24/7 Conveniently located inside the Woolworths Tawa.

< Back to Business Directory Simon's Unichem Pharmacy 04 232 8314 shop@simonspharmacy.co.nz 189 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am - 1 pm Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed After 50 long years of being embedded in the Tawa community, Simon's Pharmacy is well suited to understand the needs of Tawa locals. We get to know our customers by name, so they feel welcome every time they come to the pharmacy. Knowing you by name also means that we can give better advice and offer you services that recognise your individual needs and situation. And as health and well-being is something that is deeply personal, why would you go anywhere else to meet your needs?

< Back to Business Directory Kinnari Thai Restaurant 04 232 8555 kinnarithairestaurant@gmail.com 124 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday: 5 pm to 9 pm Tuesday to Thursday, and Sunday: 12 pm to 2:30 pm and 5 pm to 9 pm Friday and Saturday: 12 pm to 2:30 pm and 5 pm to 9:30 pm A beloved addition to Tawa’s vibrant food scene, Kinnari Thai offers a mouth-watering menu of authentic Thai flavours with favourites like Pad Thai, Duck Noodle Soup, Pud Satay Sauce, and Gaeng Massaman Curry - rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. All curry, rice, noodle and stir-fry dishes are served with the protein of your choice. Recently reopened under new branding, it brings fresh energy to the neighbourhood, delivering bold, beautifully balanced meals in a cosy, friendly setting. Available for takeaways and Uber Eats. Currently BYO, with a liquor licence coming soon.

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa < All Job Vacancies Home Based Facilitator Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa Full Time Pay Equity Rates - $25.67 - $30.52 CLOSING DATE BELOW IF SPECIFIED Home-Based Support Worker | Permanent Full-Time | Community Mental Health | Tawa Apply your skills and make a difference every day at Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa. He kōrero mō mātou | About Us Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing, and housing services. We believe that everyone is capable of living full and rich lives in their communities of choice. In every aspect of our work, we are committed to helping whānau be the best they can be. He kōrero mō te tūranga | The Role We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Support Worker to join our Home-Based Facilitator team in Tawa . In this role, you’ll provide practical, one-to-one support to tāngata whaiora in their own homes and communities, helping them build confidence, skills, and independence. This is a role where relationships matter, you’ll support people to reconnect, learn, grow, and work towards goals that genuinely matter to them. Role details: Permanent full-time position, 40 hours per week Worked across 5 days, Monday to Sunday Rostered shifts between 7:30 am and 10:00 pm Your duties will include: Provide practical, home-based support that strengthens independent living skills Walk alongside whaiora supporting rather than doing things for them Support whaiora to set meaningful goals and actively work towards achieving them Build strong, professional relationships while maintaining clear boundaries Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners He kōrero mōu | About You We are looking for someone who is genuine, positive, flexible, vibrant, confident, and compassionate to work in our service. You'll use your non-judgmental attitude and belief to motivate and encourage whaiora realise their potential. You'll have the ability to easily build professional relationships, while maintaining strong professional boundaries. To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have the following: Hold a Level 4 or higher qualification in Health and Wellbeing, or Mental Health and Addiction Must hold and maintain First Aid certification including CPR (or be willing and able to complete this). Experience of one-to-one support within the community is preferred but not essential. Strong communication and computer skills, a 'can-do' attitude and be able to demonstrate strong personal and professional boundaries. Demonstrated commitment to recovery values. Eligible to work in New Zealand. A current full driver's licence. Ko tā mātou mahi | We Offer Learning, development, and training opportunities, inclusive of 5-10 paid study leave days. Great staff benefits, including store discounts, and 3 days of well-being leave. Discounted health insurance through Southern Cross Health. Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply If this role resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply and submit your CV and a cover letter telling us about yourself and what draws you to this mahi. Added 5 February 2026 APPLY HERE

< Back to Business Directory The Village Bakery & Coffee House 04 232 6888 limuyuan@gmail.com 198 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington 5028, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Friday 6:30 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, Sunday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Here at Tawa Village Bakery & Café, baking is our passion. We use only the finest and freshest ingredients to create delicious bakery treats, hearty breakfasts, and mouth-watering fried chicken that will fill your belly and warm your heart. Craving great coffee, fresh food, or a quick bite to start your day? Stop by and try something new — from our famous fried chicken and burgers to chicken fried rice and wings with bold sauces like spicy cheese, garlic sweet soy, and Korean hot sweet soy. Your taste buds will thank you!

< Back to Business Directory Sunshine Studios hello@sunshinestudios.co.nz 3/210 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: By appointment only WELLINGTON NEWBORN AND FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER I am a Family Portrait Photographer. Capturing the intense love and interactions that make your Family unique. Whether you chose a classic Studio portrait session or prefer portraits in the comfort of your own home, I strive to provide a fun and laid back session where you can be yourselves.

< Back to Business Directory Wellington Beds Factory 04 232 7423 goodnight@wellingtonbeds.co.nz unit 5/10 Surrey Street, Tawa, Wellington 5028, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Friday 9:30 am to 4 pm. Saturday and Sunday Closed Founded by Paul Bary in 1992, we began our journey as a small manufacturer with a retail store off the factory and gradually grew over the years, always keeping our focus on providing customers with the best products and service. In 2014 we moved to a bigger factory in Tawa and now have five retail stores throughout the Wellington region. In 2022, Paul’s niece Patrice and her husband Scott took over, proud to continue the strong reputation Wellington Beds has gained, enabling the brand to operate for over 30 years in the Wellington community. Patrice was born and raised in the industry, with her father also operating a bed manufacturing business until recent years. We offer a wide range of options to choose from, including custom sizes and materials. Whether you are looking for an entry level, luxury, or something in between, we have something for everyone. Our beds are made with care and precision, using only the highest quality materials. We also offer a wide range of bedding options to ensure that you have everything you need to get a good night’s sleep. We believe that customer service is just as important as the quality of our products. That is why we have a dedicated sleep experts team who is always ready to help you with any questions or concerns you may have. Our Sleep Experts knowledge is second to none when it comes to finding the ideal bed for you, they know our beds through and through having all been through the factory and knowing exactly what makes up our beds and why we use the materials we do. We also offer a comprehensive warranty on all of our products, as well as a comfort guarantee meaning you can exchange your bed if you are not 100% satisfied, so you can rest easy knowing that your bed is protected and we are committed to making sure you get the best sleep possible. Thank you for choosing locally owned and operated. We know that you have a choice when it comes to buying a bed, and we are honored that you have chosen us. We look forward to helping you find the perfect bed for a good night’s sleep.

< Back to Business Directory BP Connect & Wild Bean Cafe 04 232 0870 98-100 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Sunday: 6 am to 10 pm Fuel your car or yourself at BP Connect Tawa Check their Facebook Check their Instagram

< Back to Business Directory Customised Carpentry & Cabinet Making Ltd 04 232 6552 213 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: By appointment Registered Master Joiner for the Kapiti Coast, Hutt Valley and Wellington Regions

< Back to Business Directory TFS Chartered Accountants 04 232 9005 info@tfsca.co.nz 214 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 - 5 pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed Welcome to TFS Chartered Accountants! With over 25 years experience in New Zealand, TFS Chartered Accountants is committed to providing a comprehensive range of practical accounting services for today's economic environment that help you realise your goals. We appreciate that selecting a firm to entrust with your accounting, financial, and business advisory requirements is an important decision, intensified by rapid economic changes, increases in competitive pressures, and resource availability. With our benchmarking, cash flow forecasting, and other tools, TFS Chartered Accountants is well placed to help you make an informed decision.