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Welcome to www.Rotorua.co.nz created for and funded by local businesses. Rotorua is a thriving community which has built a reputation for hospitality and friendly people over many generations. Check out our shopping and dining options, things to do and places to stay, upcoming events, conference opportunities and special deals and discover why we love to live in this beautiful city.
If you plan to travel around New Zealand you’ll find everything you’re looking for in and around Rotorua, and we’re just a short drive away from Hobbiton.
Accommodation choices are many and you can select from Hotels, Motels, Apartments, B&Bs, Backpackers, Holiday Parks or treat yourself in Luxury Lodges.
There’s no limit to opportunities for things to see and do. We have world class attractions offering geothermal wonders, and uniquely New Zealand Maori cultural experiences. All this set in a natural paradise of lakes, forests, mountains and rolling green farmland, with the pacific ocean on the doorstep. Whether you enjoy mountain biking, fishing, golfing, skiing or simply some pampering at a luxury spa, Rotorua is the gateway to your New Zealand experience.
A short drive south from Auckland, or direct flight from Sydney will get you to Rotorua within 3 hours. Or if you are travelling by Cruise Ship you can experience Rotorua easily from the Port of Tauranga.
Play in the Bay - Events Calendar - on now until May 2013
Play in the Bay is an exciting new initiative from Sport Bay of Plenty. Each month has a specific focus to entice new people to get involved in activity regularly. The initiative involves the following months:
May - Indoor month
The month will be packed with events and activities that encourage the community to try indoor activities in Rotorua.
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Thursday 16 May 2013 - BANZ BioEnergy Conference – Rotorua 16th May 2013
“Unlocking additional revenue from traditional rural land use – integrating forestry, biomass crops and bioenergy products.”Bioenergy Association of New Zealand Conference Unlocking additional revenue from traditional rural land use – integrating forestry, biomass crops and bioenergy products. 16 May 2013, Distinction Hotel, Rotorua Growth in NZs bioenergy sector … Bioenergy Association of New ZealandGrowth in NZ’s bioenergy sector is starting to drive an increased demand for greater quantities of biomass. Whether its high quality wood fuel, biomass for transport fuels or production of biogas , NZ’ s landowners are best placed to meet the demand and take advantage of the opportunity.
This event is for all landowners, Maori Trusts, and decision makers looking to enhance economic returns from rural land through growing and producing new product streams for NZ’s growing bio-based economy.
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Wednesday 22 May 2013 - Free Floor Talk with Kereama Taepa - Rotorua Museum 22 May 2013
In this talk, local artist Kereama Taepa will talk about the inspiration behind his work and walk you through his exhibition KABLAM!Taepa is known for his unique combination of kōwhaiwhai (painted scroll designs) and motifs from popular culture within his detailed artworks. Using imagery such as smiley faces, guns and cell phones Taepa shows the impact of American street culture on youth and the increasing urbanisation of Māori communities.
Taepa’s practice spans art, graphic design and multi-media and includes an urban clothing line that has featured at New Zealand Fashion Week. In recent years Taepa has been experimenting with augmented reality, using innovations in new technologies to turn his graphic motifs into cool interactive apps.
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Thursday 23 May 2013 - Rotaract Fundraising Quiz Night - Pig and Whistle - Thursday 23 May 2013
The Rotaract Club of Rotorua is running a Quiz night upstairs at the Pig and Whistle.We guarantee a fun night for all, and the chance of some great prizes!
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Sunday 02 June 2013 - Thermatech 3D Rotorua Multisport Festival - 2nd June 2013
Offering 10 stunning events, 99 different entry options, 124 performance prizes, 42 medals, $10,000 cash and over $75,000 in giveaways and spot prizes. The third ThermaTech 3D Rotorua Multisport Festival will take place on Sunday 2nd June 2013—Queen's Birthday Long Weekend.
Fun runs, walking, paddling, duathlons, marathons, multisport challenges and team racing - you name it, they have it. Grab your family and friends for this fun-filled event.
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Sunday 02 June 2013 - 'Hitched' 2013 - ROTORUA WEDDING SHOW - Rotorua Convention Centre - Sun 2nd June 2013
Queens birthday weekend sees the return of 'Hitched', the wedding show not to be missed!Starts 9.30am - 4.30pm at the Rotorua Convention Centre
Admission: $8.00
- Over 90 exhibitions
- Wedding workshop master classes
(SEPARATE TICKETS NEEDED FOR CLASSES - CLICK BOOKINGS & AVAILABILITY)
- Runway show of upcoming designer wedding garments
- Spot prizes and lots more....
Everything you will need to create that memorable moment to say 'I Do'.
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Thursday 04 July 2013 - Rhapsody Rotorua 4-5 July 2013
Rhapsody Rotorua is a foremost International Schools Music Festival in New Zealand. With hundreds of participants it offers 3 days of full on music involvement. Bands, orchestras, choirs, ensembles, percussion groups, jazz groups, stage bands, guitar ensembles, tin whistlers and whatever type of performing art. All gather to participate in concert performances, adjudication, tutoring, clinics, master classes, workshops and play-outs. Perform in concert at the Rotorua Convention Centre Theatre and the Concert Hall.
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Thursday 04 July 2013 - Lakes Water Quality Symposium - 4 July 2013
RDC Civic Centre - 9.00am - 4.30pmTo encourage the reduction of Nitrate leaching to Lake Rotorua, the RDC Proposed District Plan includes provision for the allocation of Transferable Development Rights (TDRs). TDRs will convey an additional subdivision right for one extra lot per TDR.District Plan Hearings will begin on the 8th July. The LWQS Symposium on the 4th July - which has RDC support - seeks to explore this commendable initiative in greater detail to ensure optimal policy decisions result. Members of the general public are welcome to attend - membership subscription will be available at the registration desk on payment of the $5 membership fee and $15 donation ($20 in total). Tea breaks and lunch will be catered courtesy of the Rotorua District Council.
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Thursday 01 August 2013 - North Island Children and Teens Librarians Conference
The Rotorua District Library is proud to host the 2013 NICAT Conference on the 1st/2nd August at the Rotorua Novotel Hotel.Be inspired by…MEM FOX, Australia’s best loved picture book author
CELIA LASHLIE, the first woman to work as a prison officer in a New Zealand male prison
ISOBELLE CARMODY, the author to the highly acclaimed Obernewtyn Chronicles
TAMA WISE, a Maori author of Ngapuhi decent with fiction that addresses race, sexuality and poverty
TE HAMUA NIKORA, a veteran of Maori language and former host of the Maori Karaoke Show ‘Homai te Pakipaki’.
Talent and experience that can motivate life changes!!
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Monday 18 November 2013 - WORLD OUTDOORS SUMMIT - Rotorua 18-22 November 2013
The World Outdoors Summit 2013, held in Rotorua New Zealand aims to advance the progression of education, recreation and adventure tourism within the international outdoor community throughout the sharing of knowledge, debating of ideas and experiential practice. The conference is designed for the entire profesional outdoors community and offers a range of workshops, panels, seminars and networking opportunities.The summit's theme is "The value of the outdoors to society". The event will include a day of plenary sesions dedicated to Maori and bushcraft-based content, held outdoors in the Rotorua region.
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Monday 01 June 2015 - FIFA U-20 World Cup New Zealand 2015
New Zealand has secured the hosting rights for FIFA Under 20 World Cup in 2015. The best young players from across the globe will come together for the tournament and many of them are sure to go on to become household names in future years. Dates and venues are yet to be announced. Watch this space!More Info
Thursday 16 May 2013 - BANZ - Bioenergy Conference 16 May
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Thursday 16 May 2013 - BANZ - Bioenergy Conference
Sunday 02 June 2013 - Thermatech 3D Rotorua Multisport Festival - 2nd June 2013
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Thursday 04 July 2013 - Lakes Water Quality Symposium - RDC Civic Centre - 4 July 2013
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Sunday 13 October 2013 - World Angus Cattle Forum 2013 - 13-17 October 2013
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Monday 01 June 2015 - FIFA U-20 World Cup NZ 2015
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Sunday 13 October 2013 - World Angus Cattle Forum 2013 - 13-17 October 2013
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