Christmas Appeal: Skyline Rotorua first out of the blocks

Skyline Rotorua marketing manager David Blackmore says the gondola and luge operators like leading the way for others to follow. Photo / Stephen Parker

Skyline Rotorua has an enviable record of leading from the front.

The company has become the first local business to jump on board and support the Rotorua Daily Post Christmas Appeal in aid of the Salvation Army foodbank.

Skyline Rotorua marketing manager David Blackmore said the Salvation Army was a "worthy cause" to receive a donation.

The company donated four family gondola passes - each including six luge ride passes, valued at $360 - to the appeal.

The gondola and luge tourist attraction, based on Fairy Springs Rd, is one of the city's dominant employers.

"We're always trying to lead the way for others to come on board as well," he said.

"The Salvation Army is a worthy cause to support and we are pleased to be involved with a local community organisation."

Dozens of non-perishable food items have been handed into the Rotorua Daily Post since the appeal was launched last week.

Donations to the Rotorua Daily Post Christmas Appeal for the Salvation Army foodbank can be made at our Hinemoa St office between 8am and 5pm weekdays.

People can donate money or non-perishable food.

Food donations can also be made at the Salvation Army's Community Ministries at Community House on Haupapa St.

If your school, church, business, organisation or you as an individual are organising a can drive or fundraising event, let us know by contacting reporter Mike Watson, phone (07) 348 6199 ext 57049, or email mike.watson@dailypost.co.nz.