Gain confidence with your Phone, Tablet or PC
Whakatane SeniorNet (inc.)
(07) 308 0564
About Us
Whakatane SeniorNet (Inc.) is a voluntary, non-profit community organization. There is no age barrier on learning, we invite all adults to come and expand their knowledge. We provide information knowledge and learning opportunities to give you confidence to use your selected electronic device to the extent that you wish. We are managed by a committee, elected from among our members each year. Our Annual General Meetings are held in February.
Please Note
We are closed now for 2025 and open again for courses on the 2nd February 2026.
Dont miss our Open Days on the 21st and the 22nd of January 2026 10am to 1pm.
Events for 29 October
Chromebooks
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iPad Academy
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Helpdesk
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Classes
Chromebooks
Learn the basics of using a Chromebook, how to navigate the system, using apps, and browsing the internet.
Windows 11
We’ll guide you through the essentials of using Windows 11 for first time users, or those requiring a refresher on the basics.
iPad Academy
Our very friendly group which covers specific topics but always allow time for discussions, problem solving and sharing.
Smartphone Group
We get together in a friendly group to share what we can do, and need to do, with the little guys in our pockets!
Want to connect with family and friends? We’ll help you get comfortable and be safe while on Facebook online or in the App.
TradeMe
We’ll help you get set up with an account and give you tips, hints and tricks for buying and selling on TradeMe
Help Desk - Whakatane Library
Free help on anything to do with your devices, we dont fix computers but we can help you when your stuck!
1-on-1 Sessions
One-on-One sessions to assist with any specific problems and/or difficulties you may have or aren’t sure about.
Managing your Finances
For those who would like assistance in the running/planning their personal finances, or as a treasurer of a club/organisation.
Windows 11
- Getting Started
- Maps
- Photos
- News
- File Explorer (files & folders)
- One Drive
- Snipping Tool (copy & paste)
- Screenshot
- Media Player
- Windows 11 Settings
- Microsoft Edge Browser
- Outlook Mail
- Google Drive
- Google Docs
- Google Sheets
- Gmail Email
Computer Help
- Maintenance
- Backing-up Your Computer
- Applications
Applications
- YouTube
- Device to PC Photo Transferring
- Scanning
- Control Panel
- Data Storage
- Copying cassettes and records to CD and Flash Drives
- TradeMe
- Kindle e-Reader
- On-line Banking – (Internet Banking)
- Shopping On-line
Email whakatane@seniornet.nz to enquire about our Short Courses!
Our Clubrooms
You’ll find our Clubrooms inside the Whakatāne Indoor Bowls Centre, on the corner of Bridge Street & Kirk Street in Whakatāne. at our clubrooms we provide small-group learning sessions in a relaxed, friendly environment. From smartphones, to ipads and laptops, Microsoft applications, online safety, and more.
Need New Gear?
Our members enjoy value discounts at Noel Leeming Whakatane. Discounts vary depending on the device or accesories you need so pop in with your Noel Leeming card and make sure you let them know your a SeniorNet Member!
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