10/06/2026
MakeRoom's July School Holiday STEM Workshops are now live!
This school holidays we’re running three awesome one-day builds around Wellington:
1) The Voice Changer
Build a handheld voice recorder, save sound files, then twist and transform them with fun effects - plus you can control it from any computer!
2) The Mega Alarm
Design and build a portable multi function personal alarm system with multiple sensors, lights, sound, and plenty of hands-on electronics.
3) Ancient Runes Puzzle Box
Create a mysterious puzzle box that needs code-breaking, electronics, and a bit of ancient magic to unlock. Only you know the code to release what is stored inside.
Our holiday programmes are open to young makers aged 10–15, run from 9am–3.30pm, and everyone takes home the project they build.
* Locations include Miramar, Crofton Downs, and Lower Hutt
* $140 for the day
* Only 8 kids per instructor
Spots are limited, and some sessions are already filling up.
Book here:
https://makeroomwellington.nz/pages/holiday-programmes
MakeRoom Wellington
MakeRoom is a maker space located in Wellington, NZ. Our Stem Club programme provides a place where kids can create, invent and learn with experienced makers.
21/05/2026
The 5 DAY COUNTDOWN is officially on ⏳ ... as we gear up to roll the dice 🎲 in exploring the real world benefits of play across workplaces, schools, and communities.
🎟️ If you haven't grabbed a ticket yet: https://events.humanitix.com/play-for-good-tech-wins-techweek
(contrary to the rumour 🤣, we still have a few spots left)
🎤 I'm excited to be speaking alongside: Jessica Manins , Alex Matthews, Tamara Buckland and host Kirsty O'Hara (delete your own name)
🗓️ Sunday 24 May | 4.40-6pm
📍 2/57 Willis Street
Proudly supported by: Creative HQ, Wellington City Council, Deloitte, and TechWeekNZ
13/05/2026
Come build your own Fibre Optic Lamp!
After our Raumati Pop Up STEM Workshop, we’re heading over to Masterton for the next stop in our growing series of regional MakeRoom workshops.
This awesome project harnesses the power of Fibre Optic cable to create an amazing array of light effects. Slightly different from the cable you'd have bringing internet to your house this variant has 'side glow' so not all the light from the multicolour LEDs in the base is bounced down to the end of each length. Pressing the onboard button cycles through the 12 different effects as well as turning the unit on and off. There is also a dial that controls overall brightness - because in a dark room this thing is quite bright!
WHERE: Wairarapa College Library
83 Pownall St, Masterton
WHEN: Sunday 21st June, 9am–3.30pm
Open to young makers aged 10–15. $135 for the day.
A full day of practical STEM, creativity, and glowing maker fun.
Learn more and book your place:
www.makeroom.nz
07/05/2026
Come build your own Arduino Synthesizer!
We’re bringing one of our favourite hands-on STEM projects to Raumati for a special Pop Up STEM Workshop.
Young makers will spend the day building, soldering, coding, and experimenting as they create their own working Arduino Synthesizer to take home.
📍 Raumati Technology Centre
135 Hillcrest Rd, Raumati Beach
📅 Sunday 31st May
🕘 9am–3.30pm
👧 Open to young makers aged 10–15
💰 $135 for the day
A full day of practical STEM, creativity, and sound-making fun.
Learn more and book your place:
www.makeroom.nz
