The 2019 Rugby World Cup kicks off right here at Duke's! Starting Friday 20th September, we are showing all of the RWC games live! As usual, we have some great RWC food + drink specials. Don’t miss the action – grab some mates, get your supporter shirts on and head on down to Duke’s for the best seat in the house. Bookings are essential so reserve your table by giving us a call on 07 348 1179.

For 30 years in its current format The Original Gypsy Fair has been travelling NZ and we will be back in Rotorua for our First of the 2019/2020 season Bigger, Brighter, Better. The Original Gypsy Fair has had some positive changes whilst maintaining its charm that it is well known for. A fun filled day for the whole family with something for everyone, and entry is free! As always we will be bringing you an expansive range of handmade products, some of which will be made before your eyes. Watch our glassblower skilfully craft molten glass into works of art. Grab yourself a unique piece of jewellery and other items made from silverware. Ever seen a coin turned into a ring? Coin rings are available, maybe a ring with your birth year! There’s also a gorgeous array of items lovingly made from beads. Earrings, bracelets, necklaces, sun catchers, spiders, just to name a few. An expansive range of clothing and accessories are available, tie dye, upcycled, boho, hats, bags and more. Get that tattoo you’ve always wanted. Tattoos by Jude. Circus toys, Hula hoop, juggling, fire poi, comic art, face painting, airbrush tattoos, a unique obstacle bounce and new this year, challenge your mates on the gladiator. Test out your skills on the hover boards. Shoot for prizes or shoot for fun at the Shooting Gallery. Absolutely addictive and totally mind blowing are the words that describe a first for any NZ fair. Virtual reality! Crystals, raw, polished, beautiful. Soaps, oils, fragrances, incense. Readings by Sirian along with Adriels beautiful mystical art. You will be spoilt for choice with food, Hot chips, Café, mini doughnuts, American Hotdogs, Candyfloss, sweets and addictive homemade Fudge. This season we have a brand new stage manager, bringing with her a fresh new sound. An amazing lady with an amazing voice. Spend time in our village green soaking up the sounds and playing on ye old playstation toys. The Original Gypsy Fair is NZ’s longest running fair and has an eclectic range of mobile homes which you can admire as you walk among the stalls. Want to join our wonderful lifestyle? Email - enquiries to hippyhill9@gmail.com. See you there!

Book sale on the first, 3rd & Holiday Saturday of each month, Pukuatua Street end of Kuirau Park, from 9am till 1pm. The books, at bargain prices include adult and children’s fiction, non-fiction and magazines, are ex-library and from extensive private donations and are often "as new" All funds raised go back to the library.