Waiata & wellbeing

February 2026 may feel like the distant future, but two of our OCers already have courses lined up and waitlists open.

Looking to build confidence with waiata? Artist and kaiako Hinekoia Tomlinson (pictured above showing off her selfie skills) is launching a new online course designed to help people of all ages and stages learn to sing waiata with pride. Waiata 101 will be packed with practical pronunciation tips, beautiful waiata resources, fun vocal warmups, vocal technique basics and monthly live masterclasses, all delivered in a supportive, uplifting space. To be first in line for updates, early access and opening dates, head to her Waiata Mai Vocal Coaching website and join the waitlist.

Virginia Frankovich has also confirmed that her next Creative Wellbeing Studio series will restart at the Nix on Tuesday mornings from 10 February. Visit her Evoke Art Therapy website for more details.