Talented locals to the fore in New Zealand Music Month
Rotorua will be celebrating New Zealand Music Month this May with a wide range of events.
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Octogenarian fighting fit and looking forward to marathon
It's been a long wait for octogenarian, after heart surgery and Covid restrictions.
Children getting creative for holidays at The Arts Village
Many children spent time these school holidays getting creative at The Arts Village.
Special talk by father and daughter artists for community
Eugene Kara and Maioha Kara are sharing their art and stories in a talk together.
Paul Hickey - Hot cross buns, Covid cures, Rotorua Marathon and giveaways
Paul Hickey discusses hot cross buns, Covid cures, Rotorua Marathon and giveaways.
Awesome alpacas: Learn more this weekend
Three alpaca farms in the Rotorua area are holding free open days for National Alpaca Day.
Rotorua Careers Expo offers information and inspiration
The annual Rotorua Careers Expo is coming up on May 10 and 11.
Collective reflection: Anzac Day services
There will be several free Anzac commemorations in Rotorua on Sunday.
Local hospice's memorial helps families reflect and heal
Rotorua Community Hospice held its annual memorial service recently.
Myriad of events and activities on for school holidays
There is no shortage of things to do these April school holidays.
Jared Cottle wins Rotorua's NZCB Apprentice Challenge
Rotorua New Zealand Certified Builders Apprentice Challenge 2021 winner is Jared Cottle.
'Emotional affair': Citizenship ceremony celebrated
Twenty-four people received their Kiwi citizenship on Tuesday at Rotorua Lakes Council.
Experienced trio bringing chamber music concert to Rotorua
ACE Brass (Auckland Chamber Ensemble Brass) will be performing in Rotorua on April 23.
School holidays, toy crazes and prize giveaways
Paul Hickey discusses the first school term finishing, toy crazes and prize giveaways.
Delve into world of true crime at author talk
An author talk with journalists Jared Savage and Steve Braunias is at McLeods Booksellers.
Bureau working to update printed resources
The Rotorua Citizens Advice Bureau is working on updating its two printed resources.
Virtuoso Strings Orchestra youth putting on concert for all
Kids, aged between 12 to 20 years, are travelling to Rotorua to perform one show only.
Revamped Playcentre holds official opening after $90k raised
The late Wynel Raureti-George was also acknowledged with a memorial tree and plaque.
Rotary club giving apprentices a helping hand
The Rotary Rotorua North Apprentice Awards were presented recently.
John Paul College student wins poetry competition
Fifty-one entries were sent in for NumberWorks'nWords Rotorua's poetry competition.
Chocka day of activities and collaboration for youth
The Rotorua Youth Festival 2021 is being held at Puketawhero Park on Sunday.
Winter blues: Staying happy and healthy in colder months
Local organisations share their tips for health and wellbeing as the colder months arrive.
Opinion - Paul Hickey: Toy inventions, TV show anticipation and busy life
Paul Hickey discusses kids toys, tv show Vegas, life getting busy and giveaways.
Exhibition shares unique way of creating art
Tetraplegic artist shares work in exhibition alongside local artists.
Stacey Morrison shares tips for hosting Pink Ribbon Breakfast
Registrations are now open for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ's annual fundraising campaign.
Environment and safety: doing both with car seats
A car seat recycling and check event id being held at the Energy Events Centre.
'You got this': Pupils share positive messages with community
St Mary's Catholic School pupils have painted small signs with short, uplifting messages.
Navigating choices: Healthy Eating Forum for community
Diabetes NZ Rotorua is hosting a Healthy Eating Forum on April 10.
Paul Hickey - Easter here, pet names and theatre passes
Paul Hickey discusses Easter activities, stories behind pet names and a new theatre show.
Learn more about controversial artist Theo Schoon in talk
Friends of Rotorua Museum are hosting a special talk about artist Theo Schoon.
Nostalgia, laughs and song for all in theatre show
Rotorua Musical is presenting "Keep the Home Fires Burning" from April 10 to April 25.
Enviro living: Many took advantage of month-long calendar
There was good feedback and reaction from Rotorua to Sustainable Backyards.