Loose Enz

01/09/2026

Ever found yourself wondering how to explain what you do (and don't do!) with children - because other adults just don't get it?! If you work with children in those 'in-between' spaces that are neither 'proper education' nor totally free time, then you need to put your PARS hat on - find your people at www.parsplaywork.com!

31/08/2026

Look what’s available on Marketplace today - perfect for marble runs!! Let me know if you need some Pickleballs

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31/08/2026

Loose parts on Marketplace in Hawkes Bay today. Great for marble runs! Let me know if you need Pickleballs.

29/08/2026

28/08/2026

Bring your items for repair (koha per item) and while you wait the children can enjoy some loose parts play

28/08/2026

You bring the kids, we’ll bring the loose parts for some loose parts play!

It's Napier Repair Cafe - Saturday 29th August this Saturday!

We will have all repair areas available and a Hand Sewing wānanga with Marie at 12.30pm if you would like to learn some basic hand sewing skills. No need to book.

Free entry. Come on down for a cuppa. Bring the whole whānau. We always have things to keep your tamariki occupied.

Our friends Predator Free Napier Hill will have rat traps and trapping advice for you too.

📸 Max working on a bike. Bring yours in for a Spring tune up! 🚴‍♀️

22/08/2026

Hey Hawke’s Bay, are you in need of cable reels for your loose parts play collection? Jump on Marketplace now!

10/08/2026

Hawke’s Bay!! I often get asked about the seats in my loose parts play trailer. Here are a bundle of them for sale on Marketplace.

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10/08/2026

Sometimes the best learning happens when children are simply free to play. 🌿

When children are given the time, space, and freedom to explore outdoors without a predetermined outcome, incredible learning unfolds naturally. A fallen log becomes a balance beam. Sticks become fishing rods or magic wands. Mud transforms into a bakery, a science lab, or a magical potion station. 🌼

Our latest blog explores why unstructured outdoor play is essential for healthy child development and how these child-led experiences nurture curiosity, creativity, resilience, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. 💭

💚 Read the blog and discover why less structure often leads to more meaningful learning here: https://scholarschoice.ca/blogs/inspiring-play/why-children-need-more-unstructured-outdoor-play

10/08/2026

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day! 💛 This month is all about Spreading joy at home, work, and in our communities one random act of kindness at a time!

From giving a neighbour veges from your garden 🥕 to paying it forward in line at a cafe ☕ this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time. The options for doing so are endless!

Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, as after all a smile is free 😀 For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: take a gift or some baking over to a new neighbour and introduce yourself 🥖 build a free community library for your street 📚 buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food bank 🥫 bring treats into work for colleagues 🧁 send an encouraging text to someone who needs it 📲 let a car into the traffic ahead of you 🚗 write positive messages on rocks or in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood 💬 or surprise loved ones with a visit 🏠

Want to share your thoughts? Tell us in the comments how you’re spreading kindness this month! 🌞