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People have a look at interesting vehicles at a previous Rotorua Lakefront Car Show. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Range of vehicles on show in Rotorua

17 Jan, 2020 2:08pm
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The eighth annual Rotorua Lakefront Car Show is on this Sunday at Rotorua Village Green.

Children showed their biking skills during Fun in the Park at Pullar Park. Photo / Rotorua Lakes Council

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Fun activities in local parks for all

17 Jan, 2020 12:17pm
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Fun at the Park activities will be taking place next week at local parks.

Kymbali Dender feeding penguins which are in the Home Pen. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Passion for penguins cemented after trip

17 Jan, 2020 12:02pm
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Kymbali Dender has returned from helping look after penguins in South Africa.

Some of the action from last year's Dumpling Eating Competition. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

All invited to celebrate Chinese culture

17 Jan, 2020 9:26am
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The Rotorua Chinese New Year Festival 2020 is coming up on Thursday, January 23.

Papa Mo's owner-operator Luke van Veen (left) and Gina Gutry. Photo / George Novak

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Relief Keg to raise funds for bush fires

13 Jan, 2020 1:00pm
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Papamoa's Papa Mos is holding a Relief Keg for Australian bush fires on January 17.

Annie Olsen with one of her patchwork hearts at Kuirau Park. Photo / Supplied

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How one woman is spreading aroha in Rotorua and beyond

13 Jan, 2020 9:00am
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Patchwork hearts with messages to help spread aroha help people's days and going overseas.

People enjoying a previous Christmas Day Community Lunch. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Christmas Day Community Lunch to spread festive cheer

23 Dec, 2019 9:24am
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The annual Rotorua Christmas Day Community Lunch is being held again this year.

The artists and fish which are a part of this summer's Fish Out of Water Art Trail. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Fish Out of Water Art Trail under way

20 Dec, 2019 2:00pm
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There are a number of creatively decorated fish residing in central Rotorua this summer.

People at the festival enjoying music in lovely weather. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

People enjoy Summer Festival's variety

20 Dec, 2019 10:00am
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The Arts Village's Summer Festival had more than 1500 people through last weekend.

Salvation Army Rotorua foodbank co-ordinator Glen Harmer among all the donations during Fill the Bus. Photo / Andrew Warner

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Heart-warming generosity for Salvation Army

20 Dec, 2019 8:00am
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Tomorrow is the last day of the Rotorua Daily Post Christmas Appeal.

(From left) Ross Burns, Derek Lang, Craig Elphick, Preetinder Singh, Steve Chadwick, Leisa Tocknell, Rev Tom Poata, Trevor Maxwell at the dedication with the new ambulance. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

St John Rotorua happy with new ambulance

13 Dec, 2019 3:23pm
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St John held a dedication to celebrate the donation of a new ambulance for Rotorua.

(From left) Warren Houston, Stuart Thurlow and Dallas James with the new stall. Photo / Shauni James

THE COUNTRY

Rotorua boy left speechless with new stall

13 Dec, 2019 2:20pm
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Stuart Thurlow is delighted with his new stall and sign to sell his wares.

(From left) Hearty, Heart Foundation Rotorua nutrition advisor Catherine Ward and centre cook Roseanne Harris with the children during the award presentation. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Healthy heart work with children celebrated

13 Dec, 2019 2:07pm
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BestStart Pukuatua Educare Centre awarded the Heart Foundation's Gold Healthy Heart Award.

Trojan John performing at last year's festival. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Community event of arts and family fun

13 Dec, 2019 12:42pm
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The Arts Village Summer Festival is on this weekend with plenty to see and do.

Drama Kids students practicing full out in rehearsals. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Guaranteed laughs from young actors

13 Dec, 2019 8:00am
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Drama Kids Rotorua will be spreading laughs and smiles with its end-of-year show.

St Mary's Catholic School walking to Salvation Army with donations. Photo / Ben Fraser

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Pupils present donations to Salvation Army

12 Dec, 2019 10:47am
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St Mary's Catholic School took a trip to the Salvation Army to present donations.

Changdeokgung Palace was a personal highlight. Photo / Supplied

TRAVEL

Seoul a stimulating city of experiences and culture

10 Dec, 2019 1:28pm
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The South Korean capital is a feast for the senses, writes Shauni James.

Vikram Murthy (left) and Aasha Murthy at the book launch. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Educational book launched in Rotorua

6 Dec, 2019 3:24pm
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A book launch for Be!ng was held last Friday.

Those involved with the Mobility Scooter Safety Workshops, with Rotorua Lakes Council's safe and sustainable journeys manager Jodie Lawson (front centre). Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Mobility scooter challenges shared

6 Dec, 2019 1:42pm
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Rotorua Lakes Council's Jodie Lawson experiences riding a mobility scooter through town.

Voices ring out at as people gather at a previous 'Dementia-friendly' Carol Service. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Carol service for all with traditional songs

6 Dec, 2019 8:50am
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An annual Dementia-friendly Carol Service is being held on Sunday.

Candles shining at a previous Carols by Candlelight. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Carols and candlelight coming together

6 Dec, 2019 7:31am
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The annual Carols by Candlelight is back this year on December 13.

Families get into the festive spirit at last year's Rotorua Christmas Parade. Photo / Ben Fraser

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua Christmas Parade: Why the change of route?

26 Nov, 2019 11:58am
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Santa will arrive on November 30.

Mark Noble with his piece titled Why-Tangi. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua artist receives most votes

22 Nov, 2019 1:17pm
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Rotorua's Mark Noble wins a number of awards in the 2019 Rotorua Museum Art Awards.

Pupils getting an up-close look and learning more about catfish with Te Arawa Lakes Trust. Photo / Supplied

Pupils have fun with range of sciences

15 Nov, 2019 9:36am
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Kaharoa School pupils learnt about being a scientist for a day in a range of fields.

Tim and Jani Henneveld on the day of their 60th wedding anniversary. Photo / Shauni James

Couple celebrating 60 years of marriage

15 Nov, 2019 7:49am
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Tim and Jani Henneveld celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Monday, November 11.

(From left) Otonga Road School's Sol Stowe, 11, assistant principal Belinda Herbert, Keely Schmidt, 11, Amin Pishravie Rezaei, 11, Seth Morrissey, 10, and Erinn Seeley. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Can you help give festive cheer to others?

15 Nov, 2019 6:00am
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The Rotorua community is encouraged to get behind the Rotorua Daily Post Foodbank Appeal.

The JPC Year 10 Boys team, (from left) Danyon Wang, Samuel Fox and Ivan Zaw. Photo / Supplied

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Children qualify for international robotics competition

14 Nov, 2019 8:00am
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Two NZ AquaBots teams from Rotorua have qualified for an international competition.

Paul Hammington at his Whakamaramara strawberry patch. Photo / Shauni James

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Couple stoked with strawberry success

11 Nov, 2019 7:46am
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Paul and Andrea Hammington's strawberry patch is going great with business.

Creative stories come together for ArtsMad

8 Nov, 2019 12:30pm
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ArtsMad is ready for a presentation evening.

The African Drumming Rotorua group creating beats and sounds. Photo Supplied

Creating beats as form of therapy

8 Nov, 2019 9:10am
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African Drumming Rotorua is holding a free rhythm therapy workshop with Jaqui Barrett.

The Rotorua Airport bustling with cyclists who are taking up the unique Ride the Runway opportunity. Photo / Andrew Warner

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Bike Festival rolls to a close for 2019

8 Nov, 2019 4:00am
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The 2019 Rotorua Bike Festival has come to a close with an estimate of 5000 participants.

Katikati resident Ken Allen at his home. Photo / Shauni James

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

'Unacceptable' response time to medical alert

6 Nov, 2019 10:11am
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Katikati resident says it took too long for ambulance to get to his house.

Maketū twins Hine and Kata Kerr, 10, were looking forward to paddling the waka on Lake Rotorua. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Storytelling and waka paddling come together

27 Oct, 2019 12:38pm
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People are encouraged to take the chance to paddle a waka and learn about local history.

Stilt walkers at the Tauranga Fringe Village. Photo / George Novak

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Fringe Village brings people together

26 Oct, 2019 6:32pm
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The Tauranga Fringe Village 2019 was bustling with people and creativity.

Year 11 student James Evans has enjoyed taking part in the horticulture programme. Photo / Shauni James

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Katikati Horticulture project excited about strides

24 Oct, 2019 2:32pm
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A Katikati trust is excited about the strides it has taken, but still appealing for help.

Jonathan Dodd gives a sneak peak of riding on the luge tracks. Photo / Robbie Dalziel

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua Bike Festival rolling around fast

11 Oct, 2019 12:00pm
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This year's Rotorua Bike Festival begins on October 24.

(From left) Dhruv Sharma, Mackenzie Holland, and Jiah Shine take part in last year's ShakeOut drill at Glenholme Primary School. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua encouraged to drop, cover and hold

11 Oct, 2019 4:31am
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Rotorua is encouraged to practice a drill to help people be prepared for earthquakes.

Visitors view the 2017 Rotorua Museum Art Awards finalist exhibition. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Art Awards bring exhibitions to public

11 Oct, 2019 3:00am
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The Rotorua Museum Arts Awards give people the chance to see through the eyes of artists.

Zariah Lomas, 9, (left) and Mikyla Toc, 9, with their stained glass window crafts. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Variety of activities enjoyed for holidays

11 Oct, 2019 2:29am
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There have been an abundance of activities Rotorua families have enjoyed these holidays.

Ovation of the Seas cruise ship returns to the Bay in 2017. Photo / File

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Cruise ship season just around the corner for Tauranga

5 Oct, 2019 3:29pm
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Tauranga's cruise ship season begins on Sunday, with benefits for the whole region.

Ines Friese (left) and Gisela Blum at Rotorua's Quota Spring into Summer fashion show last year. Photo / File

Spring into Summer a fun afternoon out

4 Oct, 2019 5:30pm
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The 10th annual Spring into Summer fashion show is on Sunday, October 20.

Rotorua SPCA community engagement and education manager Geoff Rudsdale with Max. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Local SPCA enters its busy season with messages for community

4 Oct, 2019 12:43pm
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Rotorua SPCA is gearing up for a busy season and shares key messages with community.

An African drumming performance with Koffie Fugah in Rotorua last year. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Sounds of Africa coming to Rotorua with drumming and dance

4 Oct, 2019 10:33am
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African Drumming and Dance workshops and performances coming to Rotorua.

Tori Williams (left) and Hannah Swale say there are many fun things to do at the library. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Abundance of activities for Rotorua families these school holidays

29 Sep, 2019 6:20pm
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There is plenty on in Rotorua these school holidays for children to get stuck into.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Rotorua mentors David Remmerswaal (left) and Sam Hulton. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Male mentors needed to be positive role model for Rotorua boys

27 Sep, 2019 4:00pm
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rotorua is in need of male mentors to be a positive influence.

A previous Art by Bike tour group at Kuirau Park. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Art and cycling comes together for spring and summer fling

27 Sep, 2019 11:33am
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Art by Bike tours will showcase city sights and artworks.

A previous costume for House of Horrors. Photo / Supplied on file

ROTORUA DAILY POST

'An absolute thrill' awaits at scary event for young people

27 Sep, 2019 11:03am
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Rotorua Youth Centre's House of Horrors is back for 2019 with some fresh thrills.

Ladies take advantage of what Mitre 10 Mega Ladies Night has to offer at last year's event. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Entertainment and DIY coming together for Ladies Night

27 Sep, 2019 9:21am
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This year's Mitre 10 Mega Rotorua Ladies Night is coming up on October 9.

Raukura at the Aronui Māori Market at Ohinemutu. Photo / File

ROTORUA DAILY POST

First Aronui Festival well-supported

27 Sep, 2019 8:00am
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Aronui Indigenous Arts Festival director says first festival has gone beyond expectations.

Ambrosia bartender Sione Ma'Afu and general manager Anne-Marie Kemplay celebrating the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Photo / Andrew Warner

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Bay rugby fans pack bars to watch All Blacks beat South Africa

22 Sep, 2019 6:06pm
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Rugby fans came together in the Bay of Plenty area to support the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Abigail McGregor and Harper McGregor, 4, at Tauranga's World Car Free Day event. Photo / George Novak

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Car-free family fun day in Tauranga wins praise from parent

22 Sep, 2019 5:31pm
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Tauranga celebrated World Car Free Day with a family-friendly event for the community.

(From left) De-Arna Fraser, 3, Cooper Simmonds, 4, Kahurangi Wallace, 2, and Heath Hohneck, 4, from Waiapu Kids are kitted out in gear to take part. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua community gets behind Conservation Week

20 Sep, 2019 6:15pm
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The Rotorua community has been getting behind Conservation Week 2019.

Te Waiwaha Prangnell, 2, and her family encourage the community to get behind Loud Shirt Day. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Family encourage community to get behind Loud Shirt Day

20 Sep, 2019 3:29pm
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A Rotorua family encourage the community to get behind Loud Shirt Day next week.

Tanya Batt as Mary Bumby at Mungungu Mission, Hokianga. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Join in the buzz of Bee Aware Month

20 Sep, 2019 11:41am
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An interactive storytelling theatre piece around bees is coming to Rotorua.

Gus Condie with Finnley Condie, 3, enjoying time together at last year's Hamurana Playcentre Spring Fair and Grand Auction. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Plenty to enjoy at Hamurana Playcentre Spring Fair and Grand Auction this weekend

15 Sep, 2019 4:00am
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The Hamurana Playcentre Spring Fair and Grand Auction is on Sunday with plenty on offer.

Rotorua children working hard on their Aquabots. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua AquaBots made by students take the water

14 Sep, 2019 4:00am
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Rotorua students have designed and built aquatic robots to take part in a competition.

Hinemarie Taiaroa (right) with her mother Kataraina Dovey Taiaroa. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua woman honoured to care for mother with dementia

13 Sep, 2019 11:51am
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Hinemarie Taiaroa (Mardi) talks about caring for her mother who has dementia.

Department of Conservation (DOC) community ranger Catherine Noble. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua encouraged to come together for Conservation Week 2019

10 Sep, 2019 11:29am
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Conservation Week 2019 is September 14 to 22, with many Rotorua events.

Thames-Coromandel District Council meets with group of skateboarding enthusiasts Photo / Supplied

Whangamatā skate park feedback

6 Sep, 2019 10:25am
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Community feedback on the proposed design of Whangamatā's skate park has been submitted.

The Dementia Lakes team - (from left) Annette Hall, Lynne Luke and Lesley Morrison. Photo / Stephen Parker

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Raising awareness of dementia in Rotorua an aim this month

6 Sep, 2019 9:16am
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September is Dementia Awareness Magnolia Month, with events happening in Rotorua.

First electric kettle in Rotorua, circa 1910. Photographer unknown, Rotorua Museum Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa (2010.89) Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Short stories inspired by Rotorua Museum collection to be shared

6 Sep, 2019 2:29am
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Local writing talent and stories based on Rotorua Museum items are being shared.

Nicole Agnew was crowned Miss Rotorua 2018.

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Miss Rotorua's 2019 crowning night approaching

3 Sep, 2019 10:13am
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The contestants this year range in age from 15 to 50.