46A Victoria Street, Alicetown, Lower Hutt 

Guy McIndoe's shop has a beautiful selection of Wellington and New Zealand made artisanal products. There are beautiful things to look at everywhere in the shop. We love to browse while picking up a cup of coffee and a scone during the weekend. Guy stocks delicious Christmas products, including stollen, mince pies and artisan chocolates. 

Guy is an enthusiastic supporter of Hutt Community Secret Santa. He is a drop off point for presents and loves talking about our secret santa project with customers. It would be great if you could consider popping in to support him as he has supported us.

46A Victoria Street, Alicetown, Lower Hutt 

Susannah at Petal & Twig creates stunning flower arrangements from flowers grown sustainably in her urban Alicetown Lower Hutt backyard. Her arrangements are designed with colour, fragrance and texture in mind. Petal & Twig's bouquets are beautiful, artful and showcase Susannah's eye for design. Petal & Twig are Rita's preferred place to buy flowers for family, friends and special occasions. They are also her favourite place to receive flowers from! Susannah's flowers are the perfect no clutter, eco-friendly and sustainable gift. Petal & Twig sells bouquets at Forage Merchants on Saturdays or you can direct message her on Facebook or Instagram to order. Petal & Twig generously donated an incredibly gorgeous bouquet of flowers for our Hutt Santas quiz. Susannah is always looking for donations of large glass jars for her arrangements. Jars and vases can be dropped off to Forage Merchants for Susannah to pick up.

2 Queens Drive, Hutt Central (Hutt War Memorial Library)

Petone Foreshore Playground Kiosk

Mariana's Kitchen has delicious Argentinian food from empanadas to cakes. We are so delighted that Mariana is donating beautifully foil wrapped alfajores for the children in our secret santa to enjoy. Mariana also does catering and beautiful cakes which might be a great option this Christmas party season. We love coming to Mariana's for coffee and Medialunas with dulce de leche. Everything we have tried is amazing! It is a must stop whenever we go to the War Memorial Library or have a craving for something delicious. Mariana is a warm and friendly person who quietly donates to many community groups. It would be amazing if our santas could support Mariana's the way that she so generously supports our community.

Whitby and at Forage Merchants

Delicious, melt in your melt shortbread is what the Regal Shortbread Co. is known for. They offer a wide array of products and special gift boxes this Christmas. "As the Grand Duchess of Shortbread I endeavour to bring you food bliss in a regal style." With six different flavours with royal pedigree - they offer something for everyone!

The Regal Shortbread Co. definitely lives up to its name with beautiful design and utterly delectable taste. We are so delighted that they are generously giving us shortbread for children in our secret santa. We are facing unprecedented demand and the generosity from this microbakery is so appreciated. With donations of these treats alongside other items, we will be able to give more presents and joy to children this Christmas. #ButteryBliss

470 Adelaide Road, Berhampore, Wellington 

Clayton and Erin at Baron Hasselhoff's make beautiful quality artisan bean to bar chocolate bars, truffles and special items. Come into their gorgeous shop for a special hot chocolate with homemade marshmallow for a quintessential Christmas experience. They have a monthly new creation as well as their classics. They are also stocked at Forage Merchants.

We are so delighted that they are donating Rita's personal favourite Smugglepuffs to children in our secret santa! We are facing unprecedented demand and the generosity from this small scale artisan chocolatier and chocolate maker is so appreciated. With donations of these treats alongside other items, we will be able to give more presents and joy to children this Christmas.

Wainuiomata & Webb Street, Wellington

Hardie Boys fermented fizzy drinks are made in Wainuiomata. Rebecca makes delicious ginger beer (dry and regular), lime and lemonade fermented drinks. She will also collect her bottles so to reuse and reduce waste. Hardie Boys has been featured on RNZ and Capital Mag. You can find her drinks at cafes across Wellington and you can order direct.

 157 Wainuiomata Road, Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt 

Kirsty, Ali, Vienna and Sarah have been Hutt Santas' for a few years and are providing a voucher for our fundraising raffle. They offer great hair and beauty services. Check out Amy's Christmas nails and Rita's hair if you would like some examples of what they offer. We trust these women with our personal grooming and the santa presents. The salon has an amazing community feel and everyone is made welcome.

 157 Wainuiomata Road, Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt 

We are proud to say that Sarah of Bella Beauty has been a dedicated santa for many years. Sarah offers a wide range of beauty services and is especially known for her manicure and pedicure offerings. She provides high quality and friendly beauty services. Bella Beauty also generously donated a voucher for our Hutt Santas quiz. Bella Beauty is located at Expressions Hair Design and Beauty and you can book directly from Expressions' website or via her social media. Rita and Amy personally highly recommend going to Bella Beauty! 

20-21 Queen Street, Wainuiomata

Clive has been a longtime supporter of our community. He donates regularly to Kōkiri Marae Pātaka Kai and other community goals.

 Clive's chemist is more than a pharmacy - it has an amazing gift shop and is where I am going to shop for some Christmas presents. I particularly love their native bird wallets and the cozy socks they stocked earlier in the year. Pop in and see Clive and his friendly team and support local this Christmas.

Wainuiomata

Darny (Dana) is a talented local bead artist, teacher aide and mum who is genrously donating Christmas pens and key rings to our secret santa. Darny creates silicone beaded keyrings, landyards, wristlets, wine stoppers, pens, bag tags and drink bottle charms. She is happy to customise. Look out for her pens and charms at our events or at present drop off! We try to make every aspect of being of our secret santa fun and we think Darny's Christmas beads add a layer of joy. Check her out at local markets or on Felt.

Event and lifestyle photographer

Billie has kindly agreed to do a photo shoot for our Secret Santa. I approached Billie because I was really moved by the photos she took of Kōkiri Marae Pātaka Kai for food rescue charity Kaibosh. They are visually stunning and powerful photos. 

Please consider contacting Billie regarding your next event whether commercial or wedding photos. Perhaps Billie could photograph your corporate Christmas party? 

 497 Hutt Road, Alicetown, Lower Hutt

Jenkins Gym is a small, local gym that is inclusive, friendly and welcomes complete beginners. They have friendly staff available to set even complete beginners up with a circuit. Jenkins has a truly inclusive and non-judgemental atmosphere. It is great to work out around people of all ages and ability levels. Their Kids Club is available to for children aged 2 months to 6 years. The Kids Club runs Monday –  Friday between 9am and 11am in the dedicated kid club room. This is a great option for "me time" for parents of young children. Jenkins have free trials  for you to see if  it is the right fit for you. They also offer great value promotions and regularly support community projects. Jenkins Gym will be collecting toy donations for the Secret Santa and food items for Kokiri Marae Pātaka Kai's Christmas food parcels. 

https://www.deborahhinde.co.nz/huttcommunity-secret-santa

Deborah has been incredibly generous with supporting our secret santa.

We would love it if our santas would consider browsing Deborah's beautiful online shop of picture books, junior fiction, wall art and cards.
Deborah has created a separate link for our secret santa so that people can buy this beautiful book directly from her and she can organise shipping. Deborah has 30% off enearly everything in her store until November 30!

137 Jackson Street, Petone, Wellington 5012 

This lovely bookshop in Petone is generously donating us books for children participating in our secret santa. Books are the perfect gift this Christmas and it is a lovely experience browsing in Schrödinger's heritage building. Their books are carefully curated and they can help you find the perfect book this summer.

 91 Jackson Street Petone 

Sherry at Ruchi has been generously and quietly supporting members of our community for years. With a welcoming family atmosphere and delicious, authentic curries, Ruchi is Amy's favourite restaurant choice! Try their ever popular authentic Indian style butter chicken or Amy's favourite order of onion bhaji and chicken korma. Maybe we could do a delicious Hutt Santas Meet Up dinner there?

Wainuiomata

Vinny Jenkins is a talented electrician who takes the time to explain options and his process. A proud Wainuiomata local, Vinnie has offered to donate time to support our secret santa. Highly recommend him for all your electrical needs. Contact him on 022 312 2446 or vinnyjenkinselectrical@gmail.com.