Latest Fromrdp - Weekender
![Rotorua woman to take in a 1000km horse race in Mongolia](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Rotorua woman to take in a 1000km horse race in Mongolia
A Rotorua woman will be taking part in a 1000km horse race in Mongolia.
![Vet completes 21st tibial tuberosity advancement surgery](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Vet completes 21st tibial tuberosity advancement surgery
A local vet has recently completed his 21st Tibial Tuberosity Advancement Surgery.
![Book celebrating early memories of Rotorua launched](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Book celebrating early memories of Rotorua launched
The sharing of early Rotorua memories was celebrated at a book launch last week.
![Volunteers celebrated for work they do](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Volunteers celebrated for work they do
Volunteers were celebrated last Friday with a lunch.
![People encouraged to rock tweed on a bike ride](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
People encouraged to rock tweed on a bike ride
People are encouraged to head out on a bike ride this weekend wearing tweed.
![Local schools get colourful for Wig Wednesday](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Local schools get colourful for Wig Wednesday
Local schools get colourful for Wig Wednesday.
![Students from a high school in Rotorua's sister city Beppu officially welcomed](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Students from a high school in Rotorua's sister city Beppu officially welcomed
Students from a high school in Rotorua's sister city were officially welcomed.
![Opinion: If you want to be a leader, start with authenticity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Opinion: If you want to be a leader, start with authenticity
Bruce Horne discusses leadership.
![Opinion: Exciting weekend ahead for Rotorua](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Opinion: Exciting weekend ahead for Rotorua
Paul Hickey discusses the exciting things happening around Rotorua.
![Maori astronomer to teach locals about Matariki](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Maori astronomer to teach locals about Matariki
Dr Rangi Matamua will be giving a talk about Matariki.
![Applications open for the KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Applications open for the KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund
Sport Bay of Plenty's Erin Kouwenhoven discusses the KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund.
![Rotorua woman walks 10km simulating blindness to raise awareness](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Rotorua woman walks 10km simulating blindness to raise awareness
A Rotorua woman has walked 10km simulating blindness to raise awareness of disabilities.
![Rotary Rotorua Sunrise members travel to Taveuni Island in Fiji for voluntary work](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Rotary Rotorua Sunrise members travel to Taveuni Island in Fiji for voluntary work
Rotary Rotorua Sunrise members are in Taveuni Island, Fiji, to do voluntary work.
![Opinion: Spaces and Places Strategy to help with facility development](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Opinion: Spaces and Places Strategy to help with facility development
Megan Cleverley of Sport Bay of Plenty discusses the Spaces and Places Strategy.
![Opinion: Bruce Horne writes a tribute to John Chadwick](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Opinion: Bruce Horne writes a tribute to John Chadwick
Bruce Horne writes a tribute to John Chadwick this week.
![Opinion: Modern radio-thon brings back old traditions](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Opinion: Modern radio-thon brings back old traditions
Paul Hickey discusses 'The Hits Pledge For Plunket' and this week's sad news.
![Pioneers Toastmasters Club celebrates 20 years](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Pioneers Toastmasters Club celebrates 20 years
A local club will be celebrating its 20 year anniversary with fun and surprises.
![Popular SPCA Rotorua fundraiser holding extra events](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Popular SPCA Rotorua fundraiser holding extra events
Two more events are to be held for a popular quiz night fundraiser.
![Community encouraged to make Matariki crafts for upcoming parade](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Community encouraged to make Matariki crafts for upcoming parade
The community is being encouraged to do arts and crafts for the Matariki Parade.
![OneChance Youth Awards organisers happy with event](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
OneChance Youth Awards organisers happy with event
Youth organisers of recent youth awards are happy with the event and proud of recipients.
![Marimbas for May Music Month Rotorua](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Marimbas for May Music Month Rotorua
Locals can enjoy a marimba music making workshop.
![Opinion: Nerves, sweaty palms, crazy thoughts](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Opinion: Nerves, sweaty palms, crazy thoughts
Paul Hickey discusses flying trips and charity events on next week.
![Certified potable water tanker now available for Rotorua area](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Certified potable water tanker now available for Rotorua area
Lake Okareka Rural Fire Force have a new tanker which can carry 12,500 litres of water.
![Take a stand against bullying on Pink Shirt Day](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Take a stand against bullying on Pink Shirt Day
This Friday many around the city will wear pink to stand up against bullying.
![Children to view art free of adults](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Children to view art free of adults
Children are encouraged to independently view art in an upcoming exhibition.
![Exhibition brings art and music together](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Exhibition brings art and music together
An upcoming exhibition will bring art and music together.
![Rotorua Careers Expo a helpful resource for many](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=811)
Rotorua Careers Expo a helpful resource for many
Many people explored the stands at the Rotorua Careers Expo.