Latest fromrdp - Weekender

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
A local vet has recently completed his 21st Tibial Tuberosity Advancement Surgery.

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
Volunteers were celebrated last Friday with a lunch.

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
Local schools get colourful for Wig Wednesday.

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
Bruce Horne discusses leadership.

Opinion: Exciting weekend ahead for Rotorua
Paul Hickey discusses the exciting things happening around Rotorua.

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
Sport Bay of Plenty's Erin Kouwenhoven discusses the KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund.

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
Rotary Rotorua Sunrise members are in Taveuni Island, Fiji, to do voluntary work.

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
Bruce Horne writes a tribute to John Chadwick this week.

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
A local club will be celebrating its 20 year anniversary with fun and surprises.

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
The community is being encouraged to do arts and crafts for the Matariki Parade.

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
Locals can enjoy a marimba music making workshop.

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
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
This Friday many around the city will wear pink to stand up against bullying.

Exhibition brings art and music together
An upcoming exhibition will bring art and music together.

Children to view art free of adults
Children are encouraged to independently view art in an upcoming exhibition.

Rotorua Careers Expo a helpful resource for many
Many people explored the stands at the Rotorua Careers Expo.