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    From international events and competitions, to local challenges and grand openings, there's never a dull moment in Rotorua. Bookmark this page to keep up with our latest news, developments, reports, announcements and more that are related to the tourism, hospitality and business sectors. 

    Ambrosia Restaurant & Bar shines in the Rotorua Matariki Dish Challenge 2022

    Ambrosia Restaurant & Bar shines in the Rotorua Matariki Dish Challenge 2022

    August 02, 2022
    New mountain biking trail in Rotorua earns NZCT Great Ride status

    New mountain biking trail in Rotorua earns NZCT Great Ride status

    May 10, 2022
    Inaugural Rotorua Matariki Dish Challenge launched

    Inaugural Rotorua Matariki Dish Challenge launched

    May 04, 2022
    Visitor perceptions research from Australia and New Zealand

    Visitor perceptions research from Australia and New Zealand

    March 11, 2022
    Rotorua activities for your conference

    Rotorua activities for your conference

    March 07, 2022
    Rotorua golf courses for your next event

    Rotorua golf courses for your next event

    March 06, 2022
    A new visual identity for Rotorua

    A new visual identity for Rotorua

    March 02, 2022
    Seven stays for your next incentive event

    Seven stays for your next incentive event

    February 23, 2022
    Eight venues for your next under-100 event

    Eight venues for your next under-100 event

    February 17, 2022

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    Rotorua is New Zealand’s first bilingual city, which supports and promotes both te reo Māori and English.

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