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Last year's Rotorua Anzac Day dawn service and parade at Muruika war cemetery at Ohinemutu. Photo / File

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Services offering moments of reflection this Anzac Day

18 Apr, 2019 5:00am

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Children gather with their space-themed outfits and creations at The Arts Village. Photo / Shauni James

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April school holidays in full swing

18 Apr, 2019 4:57am
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Rotorua children and their families have been out and about these school holidays.

The artists from Vanuatu and New Caledonia work hard on creating their mural. Photo / Shauni James

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Graffiti art mural raises awareness attention at conference

13 Apr, 2019 3:42am
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Cameras were snapping as people admired a mural raising awareness of health habits.

Those who helped to paint the exterior of Stepping Stones Learning Environment gather outside. Photo / Supplied

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Rotorua daycare grateful for new look

12 Apr, 2019 3:00pm
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A Rotorua daycare has a brand new look thanks to a helping hand from community members.

Christian Wright explores the local streams around Rotorua as part of Sport BOP's school holiday scavenger hunt. Photo / Supplied

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Many free events to engage children in school holidays

12 Apr, 2019 1:00pm
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There are plenty of boredom busters for children to enjoy these school holidays.

Last year's finalists (from left) Tom Parry, Leo Schweizer, Olivia Schweizer, and Skye du Plessis at Giovanni's Restaurant with organiser Deep Kumar. Photo / File

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Aspiring young Rotorua chefs can test their skills

12 Apr, 2019 4:15am
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Aspiring young chefs can put their skills to the test at Junior Chefs of Aotearoa.

Age Concern Rotorua is holding a Positive Ageing Expo

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Positive Ageing Expo in Rotorua a 'one-stop shop'

12 Apr, 2019 3:31am
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A Positive Ageing Expo is being held on Sunday as a way to connect with many services.

Angela Frank and Tui Mamaki perform Fly. Photo / Riley Claxton

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Local arts initiatives receive more than $27,000 funding

11 Apr, 2019 4:00am
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A total of $27,400 was awarded to 23 arts projects from a recent funding round.

Danielle Porteous with her coach Malcolm Hore after reaching Taupō. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Local woman bikes 85km for charity close to her heart

5 Apr, 2019 11:00am
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Local Danielle Porteous cycled from Rotorua to Taupō to raise money for Mothers Helpers.

Actress Katherine McGill with her one woman show Weave. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Exciting week ahead with inaugural Rotorua Fringe Festival

5 Apr, 2019 4:00am
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The inaugural Rotorua Fringe Festival begins tomorrow and will showcase a range of talent.

Lisa Ahn from John Paul College's work. Photo / NZQA Top Art 2019

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Abundance of creative inspiration for students with Top Art

5 Apr, 2019 4:00am
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Art students and the community can get inspiration from the Top Art exhibition.

One of the works by Anne Hunter which will be at the Art Expo. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Geyserland Art Group expo to have something for everyone

5 Apr, 2019 3:30am
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Plenty of pieces by talented artists is being showcased at an Art Expo starting tomorrow.

George McGregor, 6, stands proudly with the trap he learnt how to make. Photo / Ben Fraser

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Locals learn more about trapping at workshop

5 Apr, 2019 2:00am
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An Eastside Predator Free Trapping Workshop was held last Sunday.

Nepalese-born artist Sarj Hada's Rotorua exhibition opens at the Arts Village this weekend. Photo / Supplied

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Nepalese-born artist to exhibit work at Rotorua Art Village

4 Apr, 2019 11:29am
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Nepalese-born artist's first Rotorua exhibition opens at the Arts Village this weekend.

Kids race to find their stick at last year's The Hits Beach Dig. Photo / File

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Families can dig for goodies

30 Mar, 2019 9:00am
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Rotorua children can get digging for goodies at the annual The Hits Beach Dig.

A Pacific island cultural group performs at John Paul College's 30th anniversary celebrations. Photo / File

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Rotorua to enjoy Pasifika vibes

29 Mar, 2019 3:30pm
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Rotorua's Pasifika Fun Day 2019 is being held at the Rotorua Lakefront.

Paul Hickey (left) and Bryce Morris from The Hits at Hannah's Bay with some of the Beach Dig goodies. Photo / Ben Fraser

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The Hits Beach Dig getting children digging for fun prizes

29 Mar, 2019 2:00pm
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Rotorua children can have fun digging for prizes at The Hits Rotorua Beach Dig.

Children check out the range of lithograph sketches at the 2017 Muka Youth Prints exhibition. Photo / Supplied

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Muka Youth Prints exhibition returns to Rotorua

29 Mar, 2019 9:00am
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Children can develop their awareness of art at an exhibition this weekend.

Traditional Korean dance and K-pop songs will be part of the event. Photo / Supplied

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Rotorua to experience Korean culture performances

29 Mar, 2019 4:00am
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Rotorua residents can enjoy a Korean cultural performance event this weekend.

Te Pae Akurangi-Fitzell, Tatau Pounamu collective Pou Ao, at Hannahs Bay. Photo / Shauni James

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Trapping workshop available for community this weekend

28 Mar, 2019 6:04am
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A Trapping Workshop is being held this weekend for the community to get involved in.

Mark Williams from Dragon fame is in the Lakeside 2019 line-up. Photo / Ron Burgin

ROTORUA DAILY POST | Lifestyle

Past, present, future theme for concert

8 Mar, 2019 9:00am
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Lakeside 2019 returns this weekend.

Timeless, quilt art by Shirley Sparks. Photo / Supplied.

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Quilt art more than bed covers

8 Mar, 2019 3:00am
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The Great New Zealand Quilt Show returns to Rotorua for the second time.

Rotorua Multicultural Council president Dr Margriet Theron at the Te Rūnanga Tea House. Photo / Stephen Parker

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Free Children's Weekend events to help make memories

28 Feb, 2019 6:19am
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This year's Children's Weekend is sure to make precious memories for families.

Rotorua's MKR contestants Natasha Whitewood and Hera Waitai will be cooking for the Supper Club. Photo / Supplied

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Chefs will be cooking up a storm for the 2019 Supper Club

26 Feb, 2019 11:56am
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Chefs will be cooking up a storm in a fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Charities.

(From left) Juanetta Juggins, Rotorua Lakes Council sustainable journeys co-ordinator Rachel Doelman and Bridget Anderson at the Jean Batten Square pit stop. Photo / Shauni James

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Rotorua celebrates pedalling during Go By Bike Day

26 Feb, 2019 8:55am
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Cycling was encouraged and celebrated this morning in Rotorua for 2019's Go By Bike Day.

People stay cool in the shade of trees as they enjoy the performances at Music at the Band Rotunda. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST | Lifestyle

Event bringing Rotorua together for music and company

23 Feb, 2019 3:00am
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Relaxing afternoons of music and companionship will continue on Sundays during March.

Ka Pai Kai Rotorua chairwoman Jasmin Jackson (left) and Lakeside Concert Charitable Trust chairman Ian Edward. Photo / Stephen Parker

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Lakeside a chance to contribute to good cause

22 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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Ka Pai Kai Rotorua is Lakeside - Waiata Mai's charity recipient for 2019.

John Harvey and Kuldeep Singh at the Rotorua Library. Photo / Samantha Olley

Partnership for international students, and the disabled

22 Feb, 2019 4:31am
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Kuldeep Dhiman and John Harvey's bond has been one of the initiative's early successes.

The Government Gardens was bustling as people looked at the different pieces on offer at last year's Art in the Park. Photo / File

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Art in the Park a day out to find handmade bargains

22 Feb, 2019 2:33am
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There will be handmade treasures to browse through at Art in the Park this weekend.

Ngongotahā Primary School performs for those about the become Kiwis. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Smiles all round as Rotorua residents become Kiwis

21 Feb, 2019 8:13am
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A number of Rotorua residents became Kiwis at a citizenship ceremony this week.

Emily Wilks, left, and Eden O'Shannessey enjoy the scenic view at last year's event. Photo / File

Float festival and Bomb Comp set to make a splash

15 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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Tikitapu will be a hive of activity and fun this weekend with Float and Bomb Comp.

Henk Buissink with the art pieces he creates from home. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Garden Sculpture Exhibition new venture for Rotorua Palmers

15 Feb, 2019 4:30am
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A range of garden art will be on show for the community to admire at Rotorua Palmers.

Riders come together for the Frocks on Bikes Summer Ramble. Photo / Bayleigh Lawson

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Bike Month in Rotorua hits the ground pedalling

15 Feb, 2019 4:00am
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There has been great engagement with Rotorua's Bike Month activities so far.

Rotorua mayor Steve Chadwick was the guest speaker at the centennial dinner. Photo / Supplied

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Quota International of Rotorua celebrates centenary

15 Feb, 2019 3:30am
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Quota International of Rotorua celebrated the international organisation's centenary.

Rob van Duivenboden, Pamu Farms' Taupo-based environment manager will talk about the company's environmental initiatives at the Lakes and Waterways meeting in Taupo next Thursday evening. Photo / Supplied

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Pamu takes more environmental approach to farming

14 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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Pamu Farms is quietly moving away from intensification on its farms north of Taupo.

Families enjoy spending time together with their teddies at a previous Kiwanis Teddy Bears Picnic. Photo / File

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Rotorua has plenty to offer for all ages next weekend

8 Feb, 2019 4:00am
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Next weekend will be a busy one with events happening for all ages in Rotorua.

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Rotorua's first ArtsMad for 2019 aims to inspire

8 Feb, 2019 3:29am
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A range of art talks at the first 2019 ArtsMad aims to ignite and inspire people.

Matt Browning talks about virtual reality as an audience member gives it a go. Photo / Shauni James

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Te Aka Mauri celebrates birthday lead up with community

1 Feb, 2019 5:59am
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It's been a busy week for Te Aka Mauri as it celebrates its birthday with the community.

Lake Rotoiti Classic and Wooden Boat Association commodore Grant Wallace at last year's parade. Photo / File

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Lake Rotoiti to be a pretty picture with boat parade

1 Feb, 2019 4:32am
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Lake Rotoiti will be host to beautiful boats at the annual Classic and Wooden Boat Parade.

Mohawk EBike Tours operations manager Thijs van Meurs. Photo /Stephen Parker

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Rotorua hosts range of events as part of Bike Month

1 Feb, 2019 2:15am
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Rotorua will have plenty of events to choose from during this year's Bike Month.

Forestry prices lifted in December's monthly ANZ commodity price index.

THE COUNTRY

Positive trend for forestry prices

31 Jan, 2019 7:30am
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Forestry prices are showing a positive trend up.

Alternative forestry species could drive different harvest practices and improve environmental outcomes, a new report says. Photo / File

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New tree species could improve environment

31 Jan, 2019 6:00am
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A new type of tree could improve a forestry environment, according to a recent report.

Jennifer Wicks as Tatiana, the Fairy Queen, in <i>A Midsummer Night's Dream</i>. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Local theatre's Shakespeare show to be magical evening

25 Jan, 2019 3:15pm
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The Rotorua community can enjoy a magical stage performance of a Shakespearean comedy.

Rotorua Community Hospice and Rotorua Farmers staff, including Farmers staff who raised the most money individually. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Rotorua Farmers raises $23,545 for local Hospice

25 Jan, 2019 4:00am
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Rotorua Community Hospice are grateful to Rotorua Farmers and the community.

Tumanako Ngawhika has fun making his own Grass Head. Photo / Andrew Warner

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Children make most of the end of the holidays

25 Jan, 2019 2:30am
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Rotorua children are making the most of the holidays before school starts up for the year.

Rotorua artist Glenys Courtney-Strachan with a number of the 3D shapes. Photo / Shauni James

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Artist invites community to experience bilingual geometry

25 Jan, 2019 2:12am
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A Rotorua artist is inviting the community to be part of a bilingual geometry art project.

Literacy Rotorua manager Mary Longson. Photo / File

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Literacy Rotorua in need of volunteer tutors

25 Jan, 2019 1:12am
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Literacy Rotorua are planning for 2019 and are in need of more literacy tutors.

The official opening of Te Aka Mauri Library and Children's Health Hub in February last year. Photo / File

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Te Aka Mauri to celebrate first birthday with festivities

18 Jan, 2019 11:00am
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Te Aka Mauri Library and Children's Health Hub will celebrate first birthday with events.

People gathering for a previous Go By Bike Day. Photo / Supplied

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Bike Month has plenty of pedal-powered activities

18 Jan, 2019 9:07am
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Rotorua can get active in February with many pedal-powered activities in Bike Month 2019.

Children enjoy some pizza while taking part in the Emerge programme. Photo / Supplied

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Fun programme making meaningful difference in Rotorua

18 Jan, 2019 6:25am
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Kimiora Community Trust's Emerge programme is ready for 2019 thanks to funding.

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