Lake Tarawera
Lake Tarawera is the largest of a series of lakes which surround the volcano Mount Tarawera in the North Island of New Zealand. The lake was substantially affected by the eruption of Mount Tarawera on 10 June 1886. The eruption killed over 150 people, and buried the Māori village of Te Wairoa on the southwest shore of the lake.
Also destroyed were the famed Pink and White Terraces, subsequently a portion of the White Terraces was rediscovered in June 2011. It is thought that the rest of the terraces may be buried in sediment rather than having been destroyed.
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Lake Tarawera is deep and clear, renowned for its size, condition and rapid growth of the rainbow trout it produces. Its reputation draws anglers from around the world to Rotorua in search of trophy fish.
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BURIED VILLAGE - Rotorua
BURIED VILLAGE - Rotorua
Mobile-friendly - Experience New Zealand’s most visited Archaeological Site where stories of the 1886 Tarawera Eruption come to life! Encounter the world-class Museum of Te Wairoa which exhibits excavated objects from the ruins; explore the site which once housed the people of Te Wairoa; hear unique stories from the tour guides and take the Waterfall Trail which showcases the stunning Wairere Falls.
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CANOPY CAMPING ESCAPES - Te Rata - Rotorua
CANOPY CAMPING ESCAPES - Te Rata - Rotorua
Mobile-friendly - Te Rata is set on Department of Conservation land at Hot Water Beach, on the edge of Lake Tarawera. It's right in the heart of the thermal Rotorua district, just 20 minutes from Rotorua. The lake edge steams with thermally heated water... the perfect place for soaking your worries away.
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EZYFISHING CHARTERS - Bay of Plenty
EZYFISHING CHARTERS - Bay of Plenty
A Kiwi Bay of Plenty Fishing, mussel farm fishing, and Hunting business that lets you choose between saltwater or freshwater fishing or local hunting. Novice or experienced. Lindsay will teach and share his childhood passion in and around Whakatane, White Island, Whale or Raurimu Islands and Rotorua and Taupo Lakes. Trout, Snapper, Kingfish, all gear supplied.
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KEROSENE CREEK HOT POOLS - Rotorua
KEROSENE CREEK HOT POOLS - Rotorua
Thirty five minutes south of Rotorua is Kerosene Creek, a geothermally heated stream where you can bathe and relax. Hot water from a natural spring under the earth bubbles up into the cool waters of the creek, creating pleasantly warm waters. Swimmers have piled up small smooth rocks to create little hot pools beside the 2m waterfall.
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INTHEIRIMAGE and Grym Rhymney with special guests
Middle of Nowhere Productions Presents INTHEIRIMAGE (Rotorua) and Grym Rhymney (Auckland) LIVE with special guests Unwanted Subject (Auckland), Villafied (Hamilton) and Villains Valley (Rotorua) for a night of hard ...
Where: Crates n Cues Bar, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1237 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:30pm on Saturday 23rd September 2023
To: 11:55pm on Saturday 23rd September 2023
Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat
On sale August 1 Yikes the school holidays are coming! What to do with your Thing One and Thing 2??!! Here’s an idea..!
Where: Sir Howard Morrison Centre, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1170 Fenton St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 10:30am on Saturday 23rd September 2023
To: 1:50pm on Saturday 23rd September 2023

Green Drinks - Meet the Electoral Candidates
Meet the candidates for the Rotorua electorate in the upcoming general election. This is a public event hosted by Green Drinks and Forest and Bird. We are excited to introduce candidates from the National, Labour, Te ...
Where: Rotorua Citizens Club, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1146 Rangiuru St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 5:30pm on Tuesday 26th September 2023
To: 8:00pm on Tuesday 26th September 2023

Poker Night – Texas Hold'em Tournament
New Players Always Very Welcome Beginners | Intermediate | Advanced | All Poker Players Welcome! Wednesday's Royal Flush Jackpot can be up to: $500.00 Wednesday's Straight Flush Jackpot can be up to: ...
Where: Crates n Cues Bar, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1237 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 18th January 2023
To: 10:30pm on Thursday 4th January 2024
Pakihi Ora Māori Business Breakfast
Are you a Māori business owner living and operating in Rotorua? Pakihi Ora is the new Māori Business Rōpū focused on bringing together and supporting ngā pakihi Māori. Anchored in Māori values, knowledge and ...
Where: Junction on Fenton Rotorua, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1167 Fenton Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:30am on Wednesday 13th September 2023
To: 9:00am on Wednesday 25th October 2023
Calathea Quartet
Chamber Music Rotorua is thrilled to present the Calathea Quartet in partnership with Chamber Music New Zealand. London-based rising musicians Claudia Tarrant-Matthews (violin), Eleanor Hill (second violin) Martha ...
Where: The Monarch, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:30pm on Thursday 28th September 2023
To: 11:59pm on Thursday 28th September 2023

Rotorua Tasters Dinner & Wine Tasting
Exciting Wine Club Event We are thrilled to invite you to a night of elegance and indulgence at our upcoming wine club Dinner and Wine Tasting on Friday 29th Sept at Junction@Fenton, one of the newest high-quality ...
Where: Junction@Fenton, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1167 Fenton Street, Rotorua 3010
From: 6:00pm on Friday 29th September 2023
To: 9:30pm on Friday 29th September 2023
False Heights at Level 13
False Heights are heading out with their band on a few weekend getaways this coming spring, and they are excited to be playing their first show in Rotorua since the pandemic rolled in! If you're ready to find your ...
Where: Level 13 Theme Rooms and Costume Hire, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1141 Eruera St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:00pm on Friday 29th September 2023
To: 11:59pm on Friday 29th September 2023
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training In India - 2023
A 200-hour yoga teacher training program in Rishikesh, India typically involves comprehensive instruction in the principles and practices of yoga. Rishikesh is considered a spiritual hub and is often referred to as the ...
Where: Flourishing Families, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1427 Eruera St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 6:00am on Sunday 1st October 2023
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 1st October 2023
Making and Understanding Ceramic Glazes
Are you sick of the ever rising cost of commercial glazes? Want to better understand what your glazes are, and how to adjust them to your needs? Join our beginner friendly course that will help you make your own ...
Where: Island View Studio and Pottery, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 39 Island View Rd, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 10:00am on Sunday 1st October 2023
To: 12:00pm on Sunday 15th October 2023