Home and Leisure show offers wide appeal

There was plenty to see and do at this years Rotorua Daily Post Home and Leisure Show over the weekend Photo/Stephen Parker

From frying pans that flip a good pancake to the latest in fitness products and fast cars, there will be something for everyone at this weekend's Rotorua Daily Post Home and Leisure Show.

For people with major home projects on the go, having information all under one roof and being able to do all their research, make price comparisons and decisions on the same day is a big reason for the show's popularity.

Whether it is paint stripper or power tools, home shows fill the need many have for innovative products and experiences at prices that will not give the bank manager heart palpitations.

New to this year's show is a list of seminars given by experts in building, real estate and the finance industries.

Those yet to purchase their first home will be interested in the first home buyers' seminar, given by James Alexander from Ray White.

Other seminars give tips on how to prepare homes for sale, options for home finance, and information on building new homes.

There is a good range of outdoor and gardening exhibitors this year and one standout is a company specialising in rock and waterfall features.

Something everyone will be interested in is the treasure trove of prizes and giveaways, and this year it includes a trip for two to Fiji's Treasure Island Resort.

Thousands of dollars worth of prizes are up for grabs.

Serious foodies will not be disappointed with the quality food available as well as the cooking demonstrations given by the region's finest chefs.

Chefs from the Novotel, Regent of Rotorua, Oppies and Indian Star will be creating their signature dishes on the hour every hour from 11am to 3pm daily.

During the demonstrations, they will teach punters their favourite tricks, how to cook quality food on a budget and within 15 minutes.

For parents who want to do serious research without boring the kids, a free kids play area, for children under 12 years, is on site.

DETAILS
¦What: Rotorua Daily Post Home and Leisure Show.
¦When: 10am to 5pm Saturday, 10am to 4pm Sunday.
¦Where: Rotorua Energy Events Centre.
¦How much: $5 and free for under 12s.