Te Takere is the Horowhenua Community’s multi-purpose heart and hub. Many functions are delivered from this modern and well-resourced facility and the successful and collaborative delivery of these will establish a strong foundation for the future of the Horowhenua District. Te Takere has been designed to be a "third place”: A community lounge; A meeting point; A learning environment; A place to play; A place to do business; An entertaining and informative venue; and A place to try out new things. Relevant, convenient and welcoming, Te Takere is a safe, supervised and all-inclusive family/whanau destination. It is “the place to go” in the Horowhenua providing quality activities and opportunities to positively engage and extend everyone. Te Takere reflects the richness and diversity of the community and showcases all that is great about the Horowhenua. Well connected to local activities, businesses, institutions and organisations, Te Takere will, without doubt contribute to the social and economic prosperity of the District.