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ES T S • PASSIONS
• HOBBIES • INTER
MAY – NOVEMBER 20
19
STUFF FOR BABY BOOMERS!
DISCOVERY OPTIONS FOR 50S PLUS – P2-P15 Rotorua Community Menz Shed
DISCOVERY
ACTIVE OPTIONS FOR 50S PLUS – P16-P25 A safe, supportive and friendly environment for all ages to volunteer, work,
teach, learn and enjoy fellowship among like-minded woodworkers.
CREATIVE OPTIONS FOR 50S PLUS – P26-P35 Every Tues, Wed & Thurs | 9:30am-2:30pm | Menz Shed,
COVER: Happy Hospice helpers, retail assistant Cathy and volunteer Jocelyn
16 Te Ngae Rd. | Sub: $25 plus $2 tea/coffee weekly | Ph 347 8393
A new Ministry of Social Development strategy, Better Later Life 2019- rotoruamenzshed@xtra.co.nz | menzshed.org.nz/rotorua
2035, is due to begin implementation late this year. Tracey Martin, Minister
Rotorua Astronomical Society’s public meetings
for Seniors, says the strategy is a new way forward to address the issues
Meetings include presentations from members or guests, and telescope
facing the country’s ageing population; today’s Baby Boomers as well as
viewing (weather dependent).
the seniors of tomorrow. The new plan covers five major themes: financial
1st Wed of month | 7:30pm | The Arts Village | Sub: $25 individual,
security, housing, health, safety, and social connections - several of which
$40 couple/family. First meeting free. Casual visit $3. | Wei-Young Wang
are directly addressed in this Rotorua Lakes Council booklet.
Ph 021 609 305 | rotorua.astronomy@gmail.com
We already know that staying healthy, engaged and socially connected
facebook.com/rotoruaastronomicalsociety
offers major physical and mental health benefits. Maintaining and/or
establishing a network of people that look out for you also directly impacts on
feelings of personal safety and security. Find out more at: BYGONE TIMES
www.superseniors.msd.govt.nz/about-superseniors/ageing-population Ngongotaha: Share life memories of ‘home’
Featuring more than 200 possibilities for the over 50s, the 20th edition of If you have memories of your time living in Ngongotaha, Progress
HIP lists new opportunities to connect mind and body through options like Ngongotaha-Kokiri Ngongotaha would love to meet you.
Age Concern’s Outings Group, 60+ kaumaātua exercise sessions, Ngongotaha Every Thurs & Sun | Call in between 11am & 4:30pm | Village Focus,
Friendship Club, Beginners’ Taoist Tai Chi, St. John Caring Caller service, 180 Ngongotaha Rd., opp. Post Shop | Lynn Benfell | Ph 357 4565
bridge lessons for beginners, drop-in tech assistance, a chance to refresh or text 022 140 4391 | progressngongotaha@gmail.com
driving skills with Agewise, Nutrition Foundation’s Just Cook 4 Health Aging
classes, and free hearing checks. Understanding your ancestry
Learn to understand your genealogy and discover the places in the world
DISCOVERY
ACCENT ON HOBBIES where your family story began.
3rd Thurs of month (excl. Dec) | 10-11:30am | Rotorua Library
Te Aka Mauri | Cost: $5 in advance. Booking essential. | Ani Sharland
Ph 348 4177 | library@rotorualc.nz | rotorualibrary.govt.nz
Assistance with family history research
Drop in sessions at the library to chat about your family research queries
with the Rotorua branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists.
2nd Wed of month | 10am-1pm | Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri | Free
Ani Sharland | Ph 348 4177 | library@rotorualc.nz | rotorualibrary.govt.nz
Delving into your genealogy
Serious about exploring family history? Join the Rotorua branch of the
N.Z. Society of Genealogists. Club meetings include guest presenters,
discussions and research nights.
3rd Thurs of month (excl. Dec & Jan) | 6-8:15pm | Rotorua Library
Te Aka Mauri | Sub: $25. Casual $10. | Wayne Hall | Ph 345 3867
hallhousehold@actrix.co.nz
Geyserland Guild of Woodworkers
We provide a learning environment for new and existing members to improve History Group - U3A
and extend their skills in woodturning, scroll sawing, marquetry, pyrography etc. Enthusiastic third-agers who share an interest in past lives and times.
2nd & 4th Thurs of month | 7:30-9:30pm | Linton Park Community 2nd & 4th Fri of month | 9:30am | Parksyde Community Centre,
Centre, 16 Kamahi Pl. | Sub: $30 | Dave Johnson | Ph 022 171 5542 Tarewa Pl. | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups) | Brian Gillespie
secretary.ggw@gmail.com | facebook.com/ggw.org.nz Ph 348 7611 | u3arotorua.com
2-day fly fishing tuition course Bibleworld Museum and Discovery Centre
Learn the basics of fly fishing with the Rotorua Anglers’ Association. Explore life as it was in biblical times. Great range of scale models, ancient
All fishing gear supplied for the two-day course. artefacts, replicas and interactive activities.
Next weekend course when sufficient numbers | Start time: 9am Sat Every Fri, Sat & Mon | 10am-3pm (Mon & Fri), 1-4pm (Sat)
Rotorua Anglers’ Association clubrooms Pererika St. | Cost: $120 1141 Eruera St. | Free | Ross Nightingale | Ph 021 909 842
Larry Ware | Ph 021 645 544 | rotoruaangler.org.nz bibleworld@xtra.co.nz | bibleworld.org.nz
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Learn about beekeeping
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DISCOVERY
CONNECTIONS The Rotorua Honey Bee Club provides support, knowledge and education for
Would you appreciate a St. John Caring Caller? safe beekeeping practices.
Sun monthly | 2pm | Venues vary according to topic | Sub: $50 per family
St. John provides a telephone friendship service for those who feel isolated,
Kim Poynter | Ph 021 926 937 | rotoruahoneybeeclub@gmail.com
are house-bound, home alone or perhaps need someone to check on them.
rotoruahoneybeeclub.co.nz
Alternatively volunteer as a caller if you are happy to be a telephone friend.
Free | Ph 0800 000 606 | stjohn.org.nz/what-we-do/community-programs/ Trade Aid shop volunteer
caring-caller Want to be part of the solution in eradicating world poverty? Help sell Fair
Trade goods on a voluntary basis.
Gold Skills Service Days to suit, but requires at least one 4-hour weekly or fortnightly shift.
In need of a handyman/gardener? Perhaps you have skills to share in return Trade Aid, 1285 Tutanekai St. | Meaghan Kelly | Ph 349 4988
for a modest fee? Our Gold Skills service provides a mutually beneficial rotorua@tradeaid.org.nz | tradeaid.org.nz
arrangement. | Age Concern Rotorua, 1333 Eruera St. | Ph 347 1569
Become a Department of Conservation volunteer
admin@acrotorua.nz | facebook.com/AgeConcernRotorua
Participate in a variety of activities, including planting native trees,
Shopping service species conservation and plant surveys.
Contact Age Concern if you need help with grocery shopping. | Age Concern Ongoing | From 2 hours to full days | Sites throughout the Rotorua and
Rotorua, 1333 Eruera St. | Ph 347 1569 | admin@acrotorua.nz Tauranga region | Catherine Noble | Ph 027 542 3683 | cnoble@doc.govt.nz
facebook.com/AgeConcernRotorua doc.govt.nz/get-involved/volunteer/in-your-region/bay-of-plenty
Citizens’ Advice Bureau Rotorua
Confidential information, advice and advocacy on any matter. Specialist FAIRS, FESTIVALS, MARKETS, SHOWS
beneficiary advocates available.
GeyserCon: National Sci-Fi and Fantasy Convention
Mon-Fri | 9am-5pm | 1143 Eruera St., opp. the Baby Factory
See geysercon.nz/programme for list of events, workshops and activities for
Free | Jane Eynon-Richards | Ph 348 3936, 0800 367 222 all ages being held over Queen’s Birthday weekend.
rotorua@cab.org.nz | cab.org.nz Fri-Mon, May 31-June 3 | 8:30-10:30pm (Fri), 9am-10:30pm (Sat), 9am-
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Trust 11pm (Sun) & 10am-4pm (Mon) | Holiday Inn, Tryon St., Whaka
Caring communal support, outings for children and access to field workers/ See website to register for tickets: weekend membership $65 (or $50
advocates who provide specialist support for grandparents/carers raising unwaged), Sat or Sun only $35 | geysercon.nz
their grandchildren. | Sheree McKenzie | Ph 020 4022 2910, 393 2390 Bi-monthly Dutch Market
rotoruagrg@gmail.com | grg.org.nz Social get-together not only for Dutch people. Coffee, broodje kroket,
Join advocacy organisation Grey Power Rotorua ouebollen, herring, smoked eel, Dutch goodies shop, crafts and woodware.
Grey Power Federation affiliate members enjoy advocacy support, forums, Sat, June 8, Aug 3, Oct 5, Nov 30. | 10am-2pm | Netherlands Society
discounts (additional to SuperGold card), quarterly magazines, and social Clubrooms, Neil Hunt Park | Free entry | Frans Schaeffers
occasions. Ph 022 647 9188 | frans.sounds@xtra.co.nz
Office open Tues-Thurs 10am-2pm | 1333 Eruera St. (Ranolf St. end)
Sub: $25 individual, $35 couple | Miriam Ruberl | Ph 346 1739
greypower.rotorua@gmail.com | greypowerrotorua.org.nz
CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY
Share and/or pick fruit for community
Rather than let surplus fruit go to waste, we pick and distribute it in the
community, so are always looking for those willing to share their surplus as
well as volunteer pickers.
Various dates, times and locations | pickfruitrotorua@gmail.com
facebook.com/pickfruitrotorua
Conservation activities and talks
Forest and Bird members are involved in pest control, tree planting and track Celebrating Matariki
maintenance. When the star cluster known as Matariki to Maori reappears in our skies
Field trips and evening talks throughout the year | Margaret Dick each year, it heralds Te Tau Hou Maori (Maori New Year). The city marks this
Ph 357 2024 | rotorua.branch@forestandbird.org.nz special time of year with a wide range of family-friendly events.
forestandbird.org.nz/branches/rotorua Events run during June/July | rotorualakescouncil.nz/matariki
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Central North Island Swap Meet
DISCOVERY
DISCOVERY
Age Concern Rotorua will be among those aiming to bring people’s attention The Rotorua Vintage and Veteran Car Club’s 39th annual swap meet and car
to the increasing prevalence of elder abuse and what it looks like. show. Vehicles and parts, model cars, memorabilia, old car books etc.
Sat, June 15 | Age Concern Rotorua, 1333 Eruera St. | Ph 347 1569 Sun, July 14 | 7am-2pm | Paradise Valley Raceway | Admission: $5
admin@acrotorua.nz buyers/spectators. Stalls $10. | Dennis Whimp | Ph 021 731 678
National Volunteer Week rotorua@vcc.org.nz | rvvcc.org.nz
Age Concern Rotorua will be holding several activities throughout the week Racing at Arawa Park
to encourage people to volunteer. The Rotorua Racing Club plays host to the Taumarunui Racing Club’s
June 16-22 | Age Concern Rotorua, 1333 Eruera St. | Ph 347 1569 Gold Cup event.
Winter horse racing Sat, July 27 | Arawa Park racecourse, Fenton St. | Free entry
Enjoy an afternoon of horse racing. Ph 348 2024 | arawapark.co.nz/racing
Wed, June 26 | Noon-4:30pm | Arawa Park racecourse, Fenton St. Rugby: Steamers vs. Waikato
Free entry | Ph 348 2024 | arawapark.co.nz/racing Bay of Plenty Steamers will kick off their 2019 campaign with a Mitre 10 Cup
The Legacy Tour with Kelvin Cruickshank home game against Waikato.
Highly-acclaimed mediums Kelvin and TJ Higgs try to read for as many as Sun, Aug 18 | 4:35pm | International Stadium, Devon St. West
possible, but what happens on the night isn’t up to them. boprugby.co.nz
Mon, July 1 | 7-9.30pm | Novotel Hotel | Tickets: $89 from iticket Rugby: Steamers vs. Wellington
iticket.co.nz/events/2019/jul/the-legacy-tour-rotorua The second of two Mitre 10 Cup Steamers matches to be held in Rotorua
this season.
Sat, Sept 7 | 7:35pm | International Stadium, Devon St. West
boprugby.co.nz
International Day of Older Persons
Age Concern will be hosting an event to mark this important day. Check our
Facebook page for updates.
Tues, Oct 1 | Age Concern Rotorua, 1333 Eruera St. | Ph 347 1569
admin@acrotorua.nz | facebook.com/AgeConcernRotorua
Tiki Ahua: Celebrating Matariki in style
Tiki Ahua merges traditional and contemporary Maori art and design to
showcase outstanding fashion and design by emerging and established
designers.
Fri & Sat, July 5 & 6 | Various ticket options available. Show only, show
with food & wine plus option to add headline concert or concert only (Sat).
Te Puia, Whaka | Ph 348 9047 | TikiAhua.com
Colour The Night
Rotorua’s annual one-night winter arts festival. A colourful evening of
performance, music and creativity to brighten a winter night.
Thurs, July 11 | 5-8pm | The Arts Village | Free | Maggie Covell
Ph 348 9008 | office@artsvillage.org.nz | facebook.com/RotoruaArtsVillage
Home & Garden Show Rotorua’s biennial Festival of Gardens
With over 150 companies involved, the show brings together an extensive A 3-day garden tour event inviting the public to enjoy some of Rotorua’s best
range of products and services for your home and lifestyle. private gardens, large and small.
Fri-Sun, July 12-14 | 10am-5pm (Fri & Sat), 10am-4pm (Sun) Fri-Sun, Nov 15-17 | 9am-5pm | Various venues within the Rotorua District
Energy Events Centre, Govt. Gardens | Door sales only: $5 Tickets: $45 for a 3-day pass | Robyn McMillan | Ph 349 1929, 027 278 5298
Ph 06 354 0498 | info@expos.co.nz rotoruagardens@gmail.com | facebook.com/RotoruaGardens
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Rotorua Night Market Invitation to Scrabble players
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Experience the family-friendly atmosphere full of vibrant entertainment, Our friendly Rotorua Scrabble Club members meet weekly for games of
ethnic eateries and boutique-style shopping. scrabble. Experienced and learner players welcome.
Every Thurs | 5-9pm | Tutanekai St., between Hinemoa & Haupapa Sts. Every Thurs | 9am-noon | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
Free entry | Brigitte Nelson | Ph 351 7057 | brigitte.nelson@rotorualc.nz Sub: $25 plus $3 per session | Ruth Godwin | Ph 027 349 6061
facebook.com/RotoruaNightMarket ruthmgodwin@gmail.com
Summer Wine Snooker
Leisurely afternoon of snooker for Citizen’s Club members (55 years and over).
Every Wed | 12:30-3pm | Citizens’ Club, 1146 Rangiuru St. | Sub-club fee:
$5 plus $3 per session plus club sub of $25 SuperGold cardholder,
$30 individual, $50 couple | Bob Peterson | Ph 348 3066
rotoruacitizensclub.co.nz
Numero Group - U3A
Third-agers who meet to play the mathematical card game Numero.
Every Fri | 1pm | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl. | Sub: $10
(covers all U3A groups) | Margaret Neale | Ph 348 5696 | u3arotorua.com
Tuesday mah-jong
Fun, social group. Visitors welcome, but do need to have a basic level of skill.
Rotary Charity Flea Market Every Tues | 1-4pm | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
30-50 stallholders selling hot food, coffee, produce, meat, bakery items, Small charge | Gail | Ph 348 6992 | office@parksyde.co.nz
soap, plants, massages, and sundry items. Evening mah-jong
Every Sat (wet or fine) | 7am-2pm | Kuirau Park | Free entry. Sellers: $20 Evening play with the Rotorua Women’s Club mah-jong group.
for gazebo-sized stall | Garry Adlam | Rotorua North Rotary Club Every Wed | 6:30pm | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
Ph 027 497 9540 | garry.megan@xtra.co.nz Small charge | Nicki | Ph 346 8553 | office@parksyde.co.nz
facebook.com/RotaryMarketAtKuirauPark
Thursday mah-jong
Rotorua Farmers Market
Come along and join the Rotorua Women’s Club mah-jong group.
With a wide range of fresh, local produce, speciality foods and live
Every Thurs | 1pm | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
entertainment, there’s something for everyone.
Small charge | Joy | Ph 345 6120 | office@parksyde.co.nz
Every Sun | 9am-1pm | Te Manawa, cnr Tutanekai & Hinemoa Sts.
Free entry | Brigitte Nelson | Ph 351 7057 | brigitte.nelson@rotorualc.nz “We really appreciate your service.”
facebook.com/RotoruaFarmersMarket MARY BARTON, ROTORUA SUPPORT GROUP (ARTHRITIS NZ)
Friday mah-jong
GAME ON New players and beginners welcome to join the former Rotorua West
Bowling Club group.
Beginners’ bridge lessons
Every Fri | 1-4pm | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
Classes for people who have either never played bridge or have a basic
Small charge | Jill Betschart | Ph 347 6527 | office@parksyde.co.nz
knowledge of the game. New intake annually.
Series of 12 lessons started Wed, May 1 | 7-9.30pm | Rotorua Bridge Housie
Club, Neil Hunt Park | Cost: $60 | Pam Moore | Ph 027 289 6344 Come along and join us for our regular weekly Senior Citizens’ Association
rotoruacontractbridgeclub@xtra.co.nz | rotoruabridgeclub.nz housie games.
Roaring Knights Chess Club Every Wed | 1-4pm | Balmerino Lounge, Arawa Park racecourse
Join us to learn chess, play chess or improve your game with tips and Sub: $10 plus $2 per session | Aileen Heighton | Ph 343 6961
coaching at our new club. Chess enthusiasts of all ages and levels welcome. Housie
Every Sun (unless a tournament on) | 3-5pm | Lakes Watersports Trust Enjoy a fun afternoon of housie and company. Play 1-4 cards at a time.
building, 1 Mataiawhea St., Ohinemutu | Cost: $5 per session (incl. Beginners welcome.
instructive lessons) | Laurens Goormachtigh | Ph 021 177 4887 Every Mon | 1-4pm | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
goormachtigh.laurens@gmail.com | facebook.com/groups/RRKCC Small charge | Gloria | Ph 345 5705 | office@parksyde.co.nz
Try rummikub at the Senior Citizens' Assn. Enjoy weekly games of canasta
Rummikub is a tile-based game combining elements of the card From the rummy family of card games, canasta is most commonly played by
game rummy and mah-jong. four, using two standard decks.
Every Tues | 1-4pm | Balmerino Lounge, Arawa Park racecourse Every Wed | 1:30-3pm | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
Sub: $10 plus $2 per session | Christine Anderson | Ph 027 772 7190 Small charge | Pam | Ph 022 630 6436 | office@parksyde.co.nz
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Rotorua Symphonic Band
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KEEPING UP WITH TECHNOLOGY For the development of brass, woodwind and percussion musicians. We give
Drop-in tech assistance up to 12 public performances annually.
If you have a question, bring it along to the SeniorNet experts at one of our Practices every Wed | 6:30-9pm | Brass Band Hall, Amohau St.
monthly drop-in sessions. No age restriction applies. Sub: $60 | David Gatley | Ph 348 2026, 027 326 1623
1st Mon of month (excl. Jan) | 9am-noon | Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri davidkg1939@kinect.co.nz | rotoruasymphonicband.com
Gold coin donation | Joanne Dillon | Ph 348 4177 | library@rotorualc.nz Rotorua Brass Band
rotorualibrary.govt.nz The band is looking for new players to enable it to perform more regularly.
SeniorNet Rotorua teaching computer-related skills to seniors Every Mon | 7:30pm | Brass Band Hall, Amohau St. | Free | Jim McGregor
Variety of options to meet specific technology needs: one-on-one options, Ph 349 0219 | paganinihouse@hotmail.com
drop-in clinics for technical assistance, user groups, and classroom sessions Rotorua Orchestra Ensemble
on demand on relevant topics (minimum of 3 members required). All orchestral instrumentalists (of at least Grade 6) welcome.
Weekly drop-in sessions | Regency Park Estate, 3A Brent Rd, Owhata We stage 2-3 concerts annually featuring a wide range of music.
Sub: $30 | Andy Gilbert | Ph Learning Centre 345 3275 or Andy 333 2079 Every Tues | 7:30pm | Brass Band Hall, Amohau St. | Free
hossack509@compassnet.co.nz | rotoruaseniornet.gen.nz Jim McGregor | Ph 349 0219 | paganinihouse@hotmail.com
Stepping Up computer classes Gilbert & Sullivan Group - U3A
Introductory computer classes for those who are not confident using A group for third-agers who have a passion for G & S operettas.
computers. 4th Wed of month | 2pm | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups)
Every Tues & Thurs | 11am-noon | Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri | Free Ann Sullivan | Ph 348 1991 | u3arotorua.com
Pani Taiepa | Ph 348 4177 | library@rotorualc.nz | rotorualibrary.govt.nz
MENTAL STIMULATION
MAKING MUSIC
Current Events Group - U3A
Opportunity for third-agers to discuss national and international current
events.
Group 1 meets 1st & 3rd Thurs of month. Ph Ann Bosomworth 345 8339.
Group 2 meets 1st Wed of month. Ph Blanche Kingdon 348 7990.
Group 3 meets 2nd Tues of month. Ph Jim Hartwig 985 4146. | 10am
Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups) | u3arotorua.com
Science and Engineering Group - U3A
Third-agers with enquiring minds who share an interest in scientific
subjects.
2nd & 4th Mon of month | 10am | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups)
Mel Bowen | Ph 345 3221 | u3arotorua.com
Philosophy Group - U3A
Group of third-agers who enjoy discussing topics with a philosophical and
UkeBox: Ukulele Strum-Along theological underpinning.
Rotorua Museum and The Thermaleles present a fun ukulele jam session for 2nd & 4th Thurs of month | 2pm | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups)
players and non-players alike. Peter Wood | Ph 345 5099 | stpeterwood@gmail.com | u3arotorua.com
3rd Sun of month | 3pm | Te Ruūnanga Tea House, Govt. Gardens Lunchtime Toastmasters / Taniwha Hunters
Gold coin koha | Julie Parsons | julie.parsons@rotorualc.nz Members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills to
rotoruamuseum.co.nz enhance self-confidence and personal growth. Positive, supportive learning
Waiata Mai Rotorua - Sing Together experience.
Join library and wider Council staff to sing waiata each month. All ages and Every Tues | 12:15-1:15pm | Eric Bridgeman Room, The Arts Village
abilities welcome. Words displayed. First 4 weeks free | Danielle Campbell | lunchtimetoastmasters.org.nz
1st Thurs of month (excl. Jan) | 12:15-12:45pm | Rotorua Library facebook.com/LunchtimeToastmasters
Te Aka Mauri | Free | Anahera Sadler | Ph 348 4177 | library@rotorualc.nz Pioneers Toastmasters Club
rotorualibrary.govt.nz Want to improve your communication and leadership skills? Gain poise and
Grey Warblers - U3A confidence in social/work settings? Then join us.
Third-age choral group who sing for pleasure. | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A Every Thurs | 7am | McDonalds Fenton St. | Sub: $70 per 6 mths
groups) | Kevin Quick | Ph 357 2792 | u3arotorua.com Wendy Booth | Ph 021 176 4715 | facebook.com/PioneersToastmastersClub
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Arawa Toastmasters Club Conversational English classes
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Learn how to speak in front of an audience and do great presentations as Oral language lessons available to Rotorua’s permanent immigrant and
well as gain better listening skills. refugee residents. Age no barrier.
Fortnightly Thurs | 5:30pm | Scion conference room, 49 Sala St. Every Tues (excl. school hols) | 9-11am | The Arts Village | Free
Sub: $75 per 6 mths | Jennie Perkins | Ph 350 1036 Anna Hayes, English Language Partners Rotorua | Ph 350 2395
jenniearvidson@gmail.com anna.hayes@englishlanguage.org.nz | englishlanguage.org.nz
Cooking For One Group - U3A
NEW SKILLS Third-age singles learning the basic culinary arts over six lessons.
Inquire about upcoming evening classes | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups)
Refresh driving skills with Agewise plus small fee for costs | Kevin Quick | Ph 357 2792 | u3arotorua.com
Free driver refresher courses for the over 65s. Keep yourself up-to-date with
revised road rules to stay safe while driving.
June 13, Aug 6, Oct 23, Nov 14 | 9:30am-2:30pm | Parksyde Community
OTHER LANGUAGES AND CULTURES
Centre | Free | Helen van Beek | Ph 348 4199 to register Kapu Ti Korero - Korero Over the Tea Cups
rotorualakescouncil.nz/our-services/Roadsandstreets/road-safety/Pages/ Practice speaking te reo Maori no matter what stage of the learning journey
Senior-Drivers.aspx you are on.
Every Mon | Noon-1pm | Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri | Free | Anahera
Sadler | Ph 348 4177 | library@rotorualc.nz | rotorualibrary.govt.nz
Conversational Spanish Group - U3A
Third-agers with some knowledge of Spanish gather to practice the
language and retain their skill.
1st & 3rd Fri of month | 1pm | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups)
Jenny Joyce | genevievejoyce@gmail.com | u3arotorua.com
Ethnic Dining Group - U3A
Join a group keen to try new, different and interesting flavours at the many
ethnic options about town.
3rd Wed of month | Noon (winter), 6pm (summer) | Sub: $10 (covers all
U3A groups) plus cost of individual meals | Annie Wells | Ph 027 549 5157
Join in with French Chat
Meet and share conversation over coffee with French speakers. Brush up
your French or get some information about our local French community.
1st Sat of month | From 10:30am | Café de Paris, 1206 Hinemoa St.
Free | Valerie Janin | Ph 348 1210 | cafedeparis@me.com
facebook.com/cafedeparisrotorua
Just Cook 4 Healthy Ageing course
In this hands-on cooking and nutrition course we cook, eat and provide Travel Club
motivation to stay well as you get older. Supported by the Nutrition Friendly group sharing individual travel experiences and ideas via guest
Foundation. speakers.
4-week course. Dates to be confirmed. | 10am-1pm weekly | Linton Park 1st Mon of month | 10am | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
Community Centre, 16 Kamahi Pl. | Free but vegetable or food item donation Small charge to cover tea/coffee | Molly Brady | Ph 345 4592
required for each session | Register your interest with Tatjana Smolic | Ph office@parksyde.co.nz | parksyde.org.nz
027 391 1633 | rotorua@nutritionfoundation.org.nz Travel Group - U3A
Accessing the Maori Land Court minute book index Group of keen third-age travellers who enjoy sharing their individual travel
experiences and plans with others.
Learn how to find whakapapa, land and historical information using the
4th Thurs of month | 2pm | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups)
Maori Land Court minute book index.
Doris Scott | Ph 349 2720 | u3arotorua.com
3rd Thurs of month (excl. Dec) | 5:30-7pm | Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri
Cost: $5 in advance. Booking essential. | Ani Sharland | Ph 348 4177
library@rotorualc.nz | rotorualibrary.govt.nz SERVICE CLUBS
Accessing Maori maps and Maori land info online Rotorua East Lions Club
Learn how to find information about Maori land and land blocks. Join our local Lions Club where we have fun while serving the community.
3rd Thurs of month (excl. Dec) | 5:30-7pm | Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri 1st & 3rd Mon of month | From 5:30pm | Rotorua Club, upstairs at the
Cost: $5 in advance. Booking essential. | Ani Sharland | Ph 348 4177 racecourse | Sub: $45 per 6 mths | Sheree McKenzie
library@rotorualc.nz | rotorualibrary.govt.nz rotoruaeast@lionsclubs.org.nz | facebook.com/RotoruaEastLionsClub
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Altrusa Club of Rotorua Seniors' Social Club
DISCOVERY
DISCOVERY
A friendly, fun, active service group organising projects that benefit the Join us for companionship and socialising via afternoons of rummikub,
Rotorua community. New members welcome. housie and a cuppa or lunch outings.
2nd Mon of month | 5:30pm | Princes Gate Hotel | Sub: $125 4th Fri & 2nd Sat of month | Noon at Citizens’ Club, Arawa St. (Fri);
Claire Wilson | Ph 349 3371, 027 437 8723 | altrusa.rotorua@gmail.com 1:30pm at Bainbridge Centre, 187 Old Taupo Rd. (Sat) | Lunch: Pay as you
altrusa.org.nz go. Afternoon gatherings: $2 | Annette Craig | Ph 216 0790
Rotary Rotorua Sunrise
A network of individuals who translate their passions into relevant social VOLUNTEER A HELPING HAND
causes to change lives in local and international communities.
NIWA BOP School Science & Technology Fair
Every Tues (breakfast meeting) | 6:45am | Memories Room, Princes Gate
Kiwanis Club of Roto Whenua are looking for volunteers to assist at this
Hotel | Sue Gunn | Ph 021 190 4011 | info@rotaryrotoruasunrise.co.nz
regional fair for intermediate and high school students.
facebook.com/RotaryRotoruaSunrise
Thurs & Fri, Aug 16 & 17 | All day | Harvest Centre, Malfroy Rd & the
Kiwanis Club of Roto Whenua Rotorua Club Inc., 278 Fenton St. | Mark Franken | Ph 348 9213
Kiwanis Club of Roto Whenua dinner meetings often with a guest speaker. osteo399@gmail.com | facebook.com/bopsciencefair
New members welcome.
We are looking for female volunteers
3rd Wed of month | 6pm | The Rotorua Club Inc. | Sub: $120 plus meal
Rotorua Settlers and Steam Museum is keen to establish a women’s group
cost | Mark Franken | Ph 348 9213 | osteo399@gmail.com
of volunteers for a variety of activities. Are you interested?
kiwanis.org.nz/rwhehp.htm
Day a week | 10am to mid afternoon | Museum, 43 Robinson Ave.,
Holden’s Bay | Allan Estcourt | Ph 345 6884 | arestcourt@hotmail.com
SOCIAL NETWORKING facebook.com/TeAmorangiMuseumRotoruaNewZealand
Join in with Grey Power’s Outings Programme Volunteering Bay of Plenty
New initiative bringing folk together for monthly mystery outings in or near We provide access to volunteer opportunities. Register online to see what
Rotorua. Everyone welcome including non-members. volunteer roles are available in your community. | Gaylene Street
2nd Mon of month | Meet at Parksyde 9:30am to carpool | Koha for petrol Ph 07 571 3714, 021 191 2631 | gaylene@volbop.org.nz | volbop.org.nz
Wieland (Jim) Hartwig | Ph 985 4146 (confirmation needed 1 week prior)
wieland00@gmail.com | greypowerrotorua.org.nz
Free hearing check
Connecting socially is much easier if you can hear. Take advantage of a free
hearing test offered by this newly established hearing clinic.
Mon-Fri (by appointment) | 8:30am-4:30pm | Total Hearing Care,
1444 Eruera St. | Free | Ph 343 7222 | rotorua@totalhearingcare.co.nz
totalhearingcare.co.nz
Ngongotaha Friendship Club
Retired, semi-retired or soon-to-be-retired people welcome to enjoy social
interaction over morning tea plus club and guest speakers.
2nd Wed of month | 9:45am | St. Barnabas Church Hall, School Rd.,
Ngongotaha | Sub: $20 individuals, $30 couples plus $3 per meeting Rotorua SPCA needs volunteers
Rosemary Michie | Ph 362 4755 | fnzi.nz/find-clubs-30 Your local SPCA branch welcomes interested, compassionate people willing
to assist in the running of their animal shelter.
“The booklet has attracted a few new members Shifts available daily | 8-11am or 3-5pm | SPCA, 24 Old Taupo Rd.
to our musical groups.” Geoff Rudsdale | Ph 349 2955 | rotoua.education@spca.nz
JIM MCGREGOR, ROTORUA BRASS BAND CONDUCTOR facebook.com/spcarotorua
Join in activities at Age Concern Are you willing to connect with an older person
We hold a variety of activities for seniors throughout the year. For regular Our Age Concern volunteers share an hour visiting an older person in our
updates visit our Facebook page or become a member and receive our community. A rewarding experience. Training and support given.
newsletter. | Sub: $15 individual, $20 household | Ph 347 1569 Ph 347 1569 | admin@acrotorua.nz | facebook.com/AgeConcernRotorua
admin@acrotorua.nz | facebook.com/ageconcernrotorua Rotorua Hospice volunteers needed
Visits Group - U3A Volunteers needed in our retail shops and to valet our vehicles.
Third-agers who enjoy sharing outings to places of interest locally and in the One 4-hour retail shift weekly (1134 Eruera St. or 288 Te Ngae Rd.);
wider BOP. one 2-hour vehicle valet shift fortnightly (1469 Hinemoa St.).
1st Fri of month | 1:30pm | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups) Sue Gunn | Ph 343 6608 | volunteers@rotoruahospice.co.nz
Judy Somerville | Ph 357 2292 | u3arotorua.com facebook.com/RotoruaHospice
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QE Health walking balance class - ACC approved
ACTIVE
ACTIVE
ACC’S LIVE STRONGER FOR LONGER Walking group with added components involving strength and
balance exercises providing additional challenge and variety.
See individual listings for further details for each activity:
Entry by QE physiotherapy referral.
Activity/class Page Every Thurs | 10:30-11:30am | QE Health, 1073 Whakaue St. | Cost: $5
per session or $45 x 10 sessions | Tina Solja | Ph 348 0189 ext. 734
Ace of Hearts cardio and circuit class 21
OT@qehealth.co.nz
Aqua Aerobics 22
Bokwa dance class 24
“HIP’s been great for QE –
and ‘free to list’ will continue to appeal.”
Cantabria strength & balance class 22 GRAEME SIMPSON, FORMER COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING QE HEALTH
Flexi-Moves Yoga For Health 23 Thursday Strollers
Gardens strength & balance class 21 Easy walks for approx. one hour followed by a cuppa.
Every Thurs (weather permitting) | 9:45am | Meet Rotorua Youth Centre,
Glenbrae strength & balance class 22
Te Ngae Rd. | Free | Colin Jacobs | Ph 346 8442 | clouston@kinect.co.nz
Gym-friendly exercises for 60+ kaumatua 20
Walking Group - U3A
Heart of Gold cardiac rehabilitation 21 Walks of approx. two hours within a 20-minute drive of Rotorua. Moderate
Life Fit Fun 25
fitness required as walks vary in difficulty.
2nd & 4th Fri of month | 9:20am | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups)
Strength & balance class 21 Peter Wood, Ann Sullivan | Ph 345 5099 | annsullivan822@gmail.com
Toaist Tai Chi 21 u3arotorua.com
QE Health balance class 21 Cross Country Walking
Join the Rotorua Cross Country Walking Group, who walk between 3-5 hours
QE Health pilates 22 across farms or through bush and forest in the BOP.
QE Health walking balance class 17 Every Tues & Thurs (weather permitting) | 8:45am | Leave from old Te
Ngae Rd, opp. Countdown carpark, then carpool to each walk. | Sub: $20
QE Health Hydrotherapy class 20 Sue Jenkins | Ph 332 5929, 027 332 2692
Zumba® Gold 25
BOWL ALONG
BEAT THE FEET Senior Citizens' indoor bowls
Run Beneath The Stars Join our indoor bowls group for enjoyment and camaraderie. Everyone most
Off-road night trail run/walk under the stars in Whaka Forest. Choice of two welcome to come along and have a try.
night options with headlamp; 10.5km or 21km. Alternatively do the 10.5km Every Mon, Thurs & Sat | 10:30am-12:30pm | Balmerino Lounge, Arawa
without headlamps. Park racecourse | Sub: $10 plus $2 per session | Bill Morris | Ph 357 4097
Sat, Sept 14 | Start times: 4pm (dusk run/walk), 5:30pm (21km) St. Andrew’s Indoor Bowling Club
& 7:30pm (10.5km) | Start: i-SITE Redwoods Visitor Centre Competitive and social indoor bowls. Great way to have fun and make new
Cost: $55 (10.5km), $60 (21km). Late fee $10 | Ph 348 3301 friendships.
eventpromotions.co.nz/run-beneath-the-stars/#rotorua Every Tues (Feb to Sept) | 7pm | Salvation Army Hall, Hillcrest Ave.
Take an award-winning Outside the Walls walking tour NB Temporary venue replacing Otonga Primary School Hall. | Sub: $40 plus
Discover the fascinating history of the battles, burial sites and buildings $3 per session | June McHale | Ph 349 3113 | junemchale@hotmail.com
within Govt. Gardens - and the beautiful gardens themselves. Westbrook Indoor Bowls Club
Daily (excl. Christmas Day) | 11am, 1pm & 2pm (Mon-Fri), 11am & 2pm (Sat Come and “have a go” at indoor bowls. Fun for all. Everyone welcome.
& Sun). Other times by arrangement. | Meet top of the stairs outside Rotorua Every Thurs (Feb-Oct) | 7pm | Westbrook School Hall, Malfroy Rd.
Museum, Govt. Gardens | Free but bookings required for groups of 6 or Sub: $50 plus mat fee $3 per session | Karen Te Tamaki | Ph 348 0408,
more | Julie Parsons | Ph 351 7823 | julie.parsons@rotorualc.nz 027 300 6259
rotoruamuseum.co.nz Ngongotaha Indoor Bowls Club
Walking with Joy Come along and enjoy indoor bowls while making new friends. Mats and
Local bush, river and forest walks of up to 10km (2-3 hours) plus monthly bowls supplied.
bus trip further afield. Every Mon | 7pm | Ngongotaha Community Hall, School Rd.
Every Tues | 9:30am | Meet Countdown carpark, Fenton St. | Sub: $20 Sub: $50 plus mat fees $3 per session | Robin Campbell | Ph 357 5945
Elaine Wood | Ph 027 339 7019, 349 4228 (evenings) robincampbell505@gmail.com
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ACTIVE
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May 2019 August 2019 (continued)
Pourama art installation Till May 23 27 Divas through the Decades concert 6 30
Fused glass jewellery class 18 28 Creative Networking Hui 7 27
Hypnotist Andrew Newton 19 29 Embroidery exhibition 9-11 28
The Merry Wives of Windsor 1-woman play 23 33 ArtsMAD 13 27
Ultimate Frisbee competition 25 25 Chamber music by Morton Trio 14 34
Rotorua District Choir with Oriana Singers 26 33 Rugby: Steamers vs. Waikato 18 7
My Name is Moana concert 26 29 September 2019
Chamber music by Duo Col Legno 27 33 Inaugural Indigenous Arts Festival Throughout Sept 27
GeyserCon: Sci-Fi & Fantasy Convention opens 31 5 Jazz saxophonist Oscar Laven 1 31
NZ Music Month Till May 31 29 Australian R & B singer Renee Geyer 1 30
June 2019 Creative Networking Hui 4 27
GeyserCon: Sci-Fi & Fantasy Convention 1-3 5 Rugby: Steamers vs. Wellington 7 7
Live jazz with Sam McKenzie 2 29 Opus Orchestra: Te Miha 8 34
Creative Networking Hui 5 27 Operatunity concert: Iconic Kiwis 10 31
Matariki Glow Show 6, 7 30 Run Beneath The Stars 14 16
Silver jewellery-making workshop 8 28 Massed choir sings Hayden’s Creation 14 34
Dutch Market 8 5 Chamber music by pianist Tony Chen Lin 24 34
Agewise driver refresher course 13 12 Art by Bike in springtime 28 27
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 15 6 October 2019
National Volunteer Week 16-22 6 International Day of Older Persons 1 7
Kathryn Harmer Fox lecture evening 18 32 Creative Networking Hui 2 27
Sew A Postcard workshop 19 32 Dutch Market 5 5
Sewing machines as creative tools workshop 20 32 Jazz with Taupo Big Band & Hot Tub Funk 6 31
Operatunity’s Dancing Years concert 25 29 Agewise driver refresher course 23 12
Winter race meeting 26 6 Art by Bike in springtime 26 27
Rose & fruit tree pruning demos 29 20 Operatunity concert: The Three Tenors 29 31
July 2019 Lockwood NZ Aria opening night 31 34
Mediums Kelvin Cruickshank & TJ Higgs 1 6 November 2019
Creative Networking Hui 3 27 Lockwood NZ Aria competitions & heats 1, 2 34
Tiki Ahua: celebrating Matariki 5, 6 6 Lockwood NZ Aria finals night 2 34
Trunk show by Irene Blanck 5 32 Rotorua Musical Theatre: Grease 1-9 31
Irene Blanck 2-day quilting workshop 6, 7 32 2-day Pastel Drawing Workshop 2, 3 26
Live jazz with The Bay City Ramblers 7 30 Live jazz with Andrew London Trio 3 31
Colour The Night celebrations 11 6 Creative Networking Hui 6 27
Chamber music by Adam Troubadours 11 33 ArtsMAD 12 27
Home & Garden Show 12-14 6 Agewise driver refresher course 14 12
Rotorua Musical Theatre: Fifty and Fabulous 12-27 30 Rotorua’s biennial Festival of Gardens 15-17 7
Central North Island Swap Meet 14 7 2-day Pastel Portraits Workshop 23, 24 26
Opus Orchestra: Born in the USA 19 33 Dutch Market 30 5
Racing Club meeting 27 7 Art by Bike in springtime 30 27
August 2019 Opus Orchestra performs Vienna 30 35
Dutch Market 3 5 December 2019
Live jazz with La Luna and the Gadjos 4 30 Creative Networking Hui 4 27
Agewise driver refresher course 6 12 Christmas at the Proms concert 4 31
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Passions 19Indoor bowls fun and friendship Beginners’ Taoist Tai Chi - ACC approved
ACTIVE
ACTIVE
The Owhata Indoor Bowls Club supply the mats and bowls and participants Join one of the Taoist Tai Chi Society’s beginner classes at three
supply the fun and camaraderie. Coaching is available. different venues.
Every Wed | Names in by 6:45pm, play starts 7pm | Owhata Primary Five days a week | Taoist Society Centre, 1192 Eruera St (opp. Capers) at
School Hall, Brent Rd. | Sub: $49 plus mat fee $3 per session noon & 5:15pm Tues, 5:30pm Thurs & 9:30am Sat plus Ngongotaha
Delwyn Hughes | Ph 345 6609 | dhughes.indoorbowls@xtra.co.nz Community Hall at 9am Fri & Lake Tarawera Playcentre at 9am Mon
First class free. Memberships available. | Karen Thorne | Ph 349 4943
nzindoorbowls.co.nz
rotorua@taoist.org | taoist.org
I Tai Chi
GREEN FINGERS The Tai Chi game of push hands requires some athletic stability. The
Rose and fruit tree pruning demonstration objective is to get your partner off balance and score a point.
Get all the tips and tricks for pruning roses and fruit trees. It’s easy when you Every Tues & Thurs | 10:30am & 6:30pm classes | The Wellness Hub,
1070 Eruera St. | Cost: $8 per class | Wayne & Emma | Ph 027 287 0456
know how.
waynerush@xtra.co.nz | facebook.com/ITaiChiBOP
Sat, June 29 | 2pm (roses), 2:45pm (fruit trees) | Palmers Gardenworld,
Sala St. | Free | Darryl Pierce | Ph 347 7505 | rotorua@palmers.co.nz Ace of Hearts cardio and circuit class - ACC approved
palmers.co.nz Low to medium impact class working on balance, posture,
cardiovascular fitness and strength. Exercise options mean it’s
“Thanks for keeping this publication current and alive. suitable for all levels.
It is great.” Every Mon, Wed & Fri | 10:15-11:15am | Go360 Wellness Hub
JANE EYNON-RICHARDS, CITIZENS’ ADVICE BUREAU Cost: $5 per session (pay as you go) | Glenys Cross | Ph 348 1770
info@go360.co.nz | go360.co.nz
Grow with the Rotorua Dahlia Club
Heart of Gold cardiac rehabilitation - ACC approved
Dahlia fanciers who gather to enjoy workshops, demonstrations, tuber sales A phase 3 Cardiac Rehabilitation Club, designed specifically
and an annual show. for cardiac rehabilitation.
2nd Sun of month (Aug to April) | Noon-2:30pm | Mokoia Community Every Tues, Wed & Thurs | 10:30am (Tues & Thurs) & 1pm
Centre, 297 Vaughan Rd. | Sub: $5 | Jo Wilkie | Ph 348 9034 (Wed) | Golds Health and Fitness, 100 Old Taupo Rd. | Sub: $12 plus $5 per
rotoruadahlia.club@gmail.com session (first session free) | Raewyn Gardiner | Ph 348 8998 | raewyn.
Westbrook Garden Circle gardiner@xtra.co.nz | goldshealthandfitness.co.nz/gym-rotorua-exercise
We generally have a garden-orientated speaker who judges a bloom brought Green Prescription
along by members. Networking over afternoon tea. A 6-mth healthy lifestyle programme providing support, motivation and
1st Mon of month (excl. Jan) | 1pm | Bowling Club clubrooms, Govt. information designed to help develop a healthy lifestyle through sustainable
Gardens | Sub: $15 | Ph Diane Pascoe 347 0269, Trish Adler 347 9250 physical activity and nutritional changes.
adlercont@xtra.co.nz Free, but requires a GP referral | Sport Bay of Plenty | Ph 348 4125
adminrotorua@sportbop.co.nz | sportbop.co.nz
HEALTHY OPTIONS QE Health balance class - ACC approved
Gentle exercise programme to help regain and retain strength and
Gym-friendly exercises for 60+ kaumatua - ACC approved balance. Open to clients on a QE community rehabilitation
The Oranga Tinana I Ue programme brings Maori and non-Maori programme.
together to have fun doing gym-friendly activities while improving Every Tues & Thurs | 10:30-11:30am | QE Health, 1073 Whakaue St.
well-being under qualified trainers. Free | Tina Solja | Ph 348 0189 ext. 734 | OT@qehealth.co.nz
Every Tues & Thurs | 9-10am | Toa Advanced Health and Fitness Gym, Strength & Balance classes - ACC approved
120 Lake Rd. (next to Animates) | Cost: $2 per session. Option of Gentle exercise programme to help regain and retain strength and
paying additional $10 to use gym facilities as well. | Dr Laurie Morrison balance.
Ph 027 259 5665 | laurie.e.morrison@gmail.com Every Mon, Tues & Wed | 1:30-2:30pm Ngongotaha Community Hall
(Mon), 1:30-2:30pm Parksyde Community Centre (Tues) & 9:45-10:45am
facebook.com/OrangaTinana-WhanauOramongaPakeke
Mokoia Community Centre (Wed) | Cost: $4 per session | Tina Solja
Community hydrotherapy pool class - ACC approved Ph 348 0189 ext. 734 | OT@qehealth.co.nz
Improve strength, balance and well-being. 10-week course ideal Gardens strength and balance class - ACC approved
for those who experience discomfort when exercising on hard Gentle exercise programme in both standing and sitting positions;
surfaces. Any age or fitness level. designed to challenge and maintain strength and balance.
Every Mon. Rolling course beginning June. | 6-7pm Every Mon & Thurs | 9:30am (Mon), 2pm (Thurs) | BUPA Gardens
QE Hydrotherapy Pool | Cost: $125 | Mary Crane | Ph 343 1665 Retirement Village lounge, 15 Hodgkins St. | Free for all | Jennie Arvidson
mary.crane@qehealth.co.nz | qehealth.co.nz/learn Ph 350 1036 ext. 56813 to advise attendance | Jennie.Arvidson@bupa.co.nz
20 H.I.P. MAY – NOVEMBER 2019 H.I.P. Hobbies, Interests, Passions 21Glenbrae strength & balance class - ACC approved Restorative yoga - ACC approved
ACTIVE
ACTIVE
Gentle exercise programme to help residents regain and retain Flexi-Moves restorative yoga is kind to the body offering greater
strength and balance. potential for healing and repair with gentle moves and longer
Every Thurs | 10:30-11:30am | Glenbrae Retirement Village | Free. relaxation periods.
Open to residents only. | Maria Jay | Ph 349 0014 Every Wed | 5:30-6:45pm | 14 Pandora Ave. | Cost: $60 prepaid for
maria.jay@glenbraeretirement.co.nz | arvida.co.nz/Arvida-Villages/Glenbrae 5 consecutive lessons. Bookings essential. | Jean Hunter
Ph 027 450 0646 | jean.hunter@slingshot.co.nz
“Due to the success of the HIP brochure in attracting facebook.com/FlexiMovesYoga
new members, we need to find larger premises Yoga for Health - ACC approved
for our morning teas.” Flexi-Moves general yoga works at the next level and suits those
KATHLEEN LEE, SPRINGFIELD STROLLERS who are competent in the basic yoga poses and breathing
Cantabria strength & balance classes - ACC approved techniques.
Gentle exercise programme to help residents regain and retain Every Tues | 5:30-6:45pm | Arawa Bowling Club, 64 Lytton St.
strength and balance. Cost: $60 prepaid for 5 consecutive lessons. Bookings essential.
Jean Hunter | Ph 027 450 0646 | jean.hunter@slingshot.co.nz
Every Wed & Fri | 9:30-10.30am (Wed), 10:30-11:30am (Fri)
facebook.com/FlexiMovesYoga
Cantabria Retirement Village | Free. Open to residents only. | Tina Harman
Ph 347 9587 | reception@cantabria.co.nz | cantabria.co.nz Tai Chi for men and women 50+
Gain inner balance with exercise in a private, stress-free environment.
Aqua Aerobics - ACC approved Chinese instructor.
Full body workout designed to increase strength, fitness and Every Wed | 9am (beginners) & 10am (seniors) | Parksyde Community
mobility in deep water with an aqua buoyancy aid. Centre, Tarewa Pl. | Cost: $6 per session | Lei Lei | Ph 343 9668
Every Mon, Wed & Fri | 8:45-9:30am & 5:45-6:30pm. (NB Fri morning office@parksyde.co.nz
only) | Deep Pool, Rotorua Aquatic Centre | Cost :$6 per session
or $54 x 10 sessions | June Joseph | Ph 348 8833 | racr@clmnz.co.nz
clmnz.co.nz/rotorua-aquatic-centre
QE Health pilates - ACC approved
Improve flexibility, build strength, develop control and endurance.
Emphasis on alignment, breathing, developing a strong core, and
improving co-ordination and balance.
Every Tues & Thurs | Beginners 10:15-11:15am (Tues) & 10:45-11:45am
(Thurs). Intermediate 5:15-6:15pm (Thurs) | QE Health, 1073 Whakaue St.
Cost: $15 casual, $62.50 x 5 sessions, $125 x 10 sessions
Louise Marillier | Ph 348 0189 ext. 734 | OT@qehealth.co.nz
Pilates Plus
Physiotherapist led. Low impact, strengthening abdominals, back, pelvic
floor, neck and shoulders with balance, flexibility, co-ordination and
postural control.
Every Mon, Wed & Fri | 6pm (Mon) & 5:30pm (Wed) at The Wellness Hub,
1070 Eruera St | 9am (Fri) at Lakes Performing Arts Company, Yoga for active people
1215 Hinemoa St. Yoga classes for those who wish to stay active, includes breathing, flexibility,
Cost: casual $17, 10-week block course $130 or attend five sessions asana and relaxation. Suitable for beginners.
Every Mon (excl. school hols) | Noon-1:15pm | Yoga Rotorua Studio,
of block course $75 | Hollie Turner | Ph 022 194 4265
Rotorua Racecourse (1st floor, middle grandstand). Entrance next to Rydges
holliephysio@gmail.com | facebook.com/HollieTurnerPilatesPlus
Hotel. | Cost: $20 casual or $150 x 10 sessions | Sarah Lei
Beginner yoga - ACC approved Ph 027 228 5496 | info@yogarotorua.nz | yogarotorua.nz
Flexi-Moves beginner yoga for Health accommodates those who Restore with yoga
are not very flexible, or who are new to yoga. Movements (Asana), breath awareness and relaxation for everyday health,
Every Mon (morning or evening) | 10:30-11:45am at 14 Pandora Ave. or wellness and ease. Beginners and intermediate.
5:30-6:45pm at Arawa Bowling Club, 64 Lytton St. | Cost: $60 prepaid for Every Thurs | 5:30-7pm | Yoga Rotorua Studio, Rotorua Racecourse
5 consecutive lessons. Bookings essential. | Jean Hunter (1st floor, middle grandstand). Entrance next to Rydges Hotel.
Ph 027 450 0646 | jean.hunter@slingshot.co.nz Cost: $12 per class | Ann Esler | Ph 349 3082, 027 499 7253
facebook.com/FlexiMovesYoga eslerann1@gmail.com
22 H.I.P. MAY – NOVEMBER 2019 H.I.P. Hobbies, Interests, Passions 23Warm water exercise classes for arthritis sufferers Easy line dance class @ Ngongotaha
ACTIVE
ACTIVE
Half hour sessions with instructors trained in water therapy. Enjoy exercising With the Geyserland Line Dancers.
in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. No swimming involved. Every Mon | 1-2:30pm | Ngongotaha Community Hall, School Rd. Cost:
Every Mon, Tues & Wed | 8:30am (Mon & Wed) & 1pm (Tues excl. school $5 per session | Jeanette Salt | Ph 348 4845 | jeanettesalt@xtra.co.nz
hols) | Polynesian Spa | Small charge | Mary Barton | Ph 346 3831 Intermediate line dance class @ Ngongotaha
marybarton182@gmail.com With the Geyserland Line Dancers.
Every Mon | 10am-noon | Ngongotaha Community Hall, School Rd.
LET’S DANCE Cost: $5 per session | Jeanette Salt | Ph 348 4845
Zumba® Gold - ACC approved
Try Scottish Country Dancing Lower impact, easy-to-follow Latin-inspired dance fitness party
The Scottish Country Dance Club welcomes beginners of all ages. to keep seniors in the groove of life.
First class free. Every Tues & Fri | 9:30-10:15am | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl.
Every Mon (March-Nov) | 7:15-9:15pm | Former St. Andrew’s Church Hall, Cost: $7 casual or $60 x 10 sessions | Gayle Rattigan
cnr. Old Taupo Rd. & Devon St. | Cost: $4 per session | Claire Miller Ph 021 203 9619 | rattigan@xtra.co.nz | anamdancefitness.com
Ph 348 1501 | rotorua@dancescottish.org.nz U3A Square Dancing Group
Dance classes Fun but gentle exercise for the mind and body with like-minded people.
Our company offers a variety of dance options including adult ballet, adult All welcome.
variety, ballroom, dance fitness, tap and Zumba. Every Tues (March-Nov). New member intake from Sept. | 10:30am-noon
Various evening classes (excl. school hols) | Contact us for a timetable Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl. | Cost: $3 per session
& class fee info | Lakes Performing Arts Company, 1215 Hinemoa St. Ph Ann Sullivan 348 1991, Paul Smith 027 469 9988
Helene Nicholson | Ph 022 531 5833 | info@lakesperformingarts.com annsullivan@nowmail.co.nz, pc.smith5215@gmail.com
lakesperformingartscompany.com
Rotorua Dance Sport Group MOVE YOUR BODY
Our mainly 45-60 year-old group enjoys social ballroom, sequence, new Ultimate Frisbee competition
vogue, Latin and some rock ‘n’ roll dancing. Try this fast-growing, mixed gender, non-contact sport.
Every Wed | 7-9pm | Arawa Bowling Club, Lytton St. Sat, May 25 | Energy Events Centre, Govt. Gardens | Free
Cost: $3 per session | Greg Ellwood | Ph 346 2744 | suegreg@xtra.co.nz facebook.com/pg/RotoruaUltimate/community/
Ceroc dance classes Life Fit Fun - ACC approved
Beginner modern jive lessons. Easy to learn steps mean these social dance Suited for all levels and abilities aiming to increase general
classes are popular with people at all levels of fitness. fitness, core strength and flexibility.
Every Tues | 7pm | Rotorua Primary School Hall, Rangiuru St. entrance Every Mon, Wed & Fri | 10:30-11:30am | Gold’s Health and Fitness,
Cost: $10 intro class | Claire | Ph 027 954 6716 | info@cerocrotorua.co.nz 100 Old Taupo Rd. | Cost: $15 casual, $80 x 10 sessions
cerocrotorua.co.nz Joshua Gardiner | Ph 027 348 8999 | info@nolimitsfitness.co.nz
nolimitsstrengthandconditioning.co.nz/life-fit
Beginner and easy line dancing classes @ Parksyde
Beginner class with Geyserland Line Dancers can be combined with follow Learn to play golf croquet
on easy lesson. Fee covers both sessions. Fun and challenging, golf croquet requires skill and co-ordination while
Every Thurs | 10-11am & 11am-noon | Parksyde Community Centre, fostering friendships. Free lessons.
Tarewa Pl. | Cost: $5 per session | Jeanette Salt | Ph 348 4845 Every Wed & Sat | 9:30am-12:30pm | Govt. Gardens | Sub: $150 | Bev
Skilling | Ph 021 039 7022 | bevskilling@gmail.com | croquetrotorua.nz
jeanettesalt@xtra.co.nz
Try pickleball
Bokwa Fitness for over 55s - ACC approved
Tennis court too big? Badminton too fast? Still want to whack something?
Improve cardio fitness; draw letters, numbers and shapes to
Give Pickleball a try.
music with feet. Adapted to suit this age group. Every Mon & Thurs | 10am-noon (Thurs), 7-9pm (Mon) | Badminton Hall,
Every Mon | 9:15-10am | Lakes Performing Arts Company, 1215 Hinemoa St. 28 Tarewa Pl. | Cost: $5 morning, $8 evening. Paddles and balls provided.
Cost: $7 casual or $60 x 10 sessions, which can be used in conjunction with Roger Holmes | Ph 345 5786 | semloh@xtra.co.nz | pickleball.org.nz
Zumba® Gold. | Gayle Rattigan | Ph 021 203 9619 | rattigan@xtra.co.nz
Table tennis @ Parksyde
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Our group welcomes experienced players to enjoy the challenge of this game.
Intermediate line dance class @ Parksyde Every Wed & Fri | 10:30am-noon (Wed), 6:15-7:45pm (Fri)
With the Geyserland Line Dancers. Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl. | Cost: $3 per session
Every Thurs | 1-2:30pm | Parksyde Community Centre, Tarewa Pl. | Cost: Ph Janine 027 330 6099, Jeanette 362 4099 | office@parksyde.co.nz
$5 per session | Jeanette Salt | Ph 348 4845 | jeanettesalt@xtra.co.nz parksyde.org.nz
24 H.I.P. MAY – NOVEMBER 2019 H.I.P. Hobbies, Interests, Passions 25Play golf at LakeView Golf and Country Club
CREATIVE
9 or 18 holes of golf is a fantastic way to get exercise in a beautiful natural BE INSPIRED BY ART
environment and have fun at the same time.
Year round | 8am-5pm | LakeView Golf and Country Club | Sub: From
$500pa | Sue Falconer | Ph 027 201 0940 | lakeview@golf.co.nz
lakeviewgolf.co.nz
CREATIVE
ARTISTS’ AT WORK
2-day Pastel Drawing Workshop
Artist Maxine Thompson welcomes participants keen to learn (or perfect)
pastel drawing any subject aside from portraits.
Sat & Sun, Nov 2 & 3 | 8:30am set up. 9am-4pm class | The Arts Village
Cost: $150 | Maxine Thompson | Ph 021 236 4256 or Arts Village
348 9008 | maxinethompson52@gmail.com, office@artsvillage.org.nz Pourama art installation
maxinethompsonartist.com An art installation featuring a series of whakairo light designs expressing
2-day Pastel Portraits Workshop cycles of creativity and connections to place.
Beginner to more experienced artists invited to explore drawing pastel Daily till Thurs, May 23 | From 5pm | Village Green | Free
portraits. Programme includes demonstrations, explanations, exercises facebook.com/CreativeRotorua
and completing artworks. Creative Networking Hui
Sat & Sun, Nov 23 & 24 | 8:30am set up. 9am-4pm class | The Arts A casual hour-long korero to network, share and mingle with others involved
Village | Cost: $150 | Maxine Thompson | Ph 021 236 4256 or Arts Village in Rotorua’s creative sector.
348 9008 | maxinethompson52@gmail.com, office@artsvillage.org.nz June 5, July 3, Aug 7, Sept 4, Oct 2, Nov 6 & Dec 4 | 2-3pm
maxinethompsonartist.com The Arts Village | Free | Maggie Covell | Ph 348 9008
Geyserland Art Group office@artsvillage.org.nz | facebook.com/RotoruaArtsVillage
Our friendly group focusses on drawing, painting (acrylics and ArtsMAD
watercolours) and other arty activities. Monthly themes/activities with Enjoy nibbles and short art talks from a wide range of interesting people to
occasional guest artists. ignite and inspire your creativity. Supported by Rotorua Lakes Council.
Every Thurs (excl. school hols) | 9:30am-12:30pm | The Arts Village Tues, Aug 13 & Nov 12 | 5:30-7:30pm | Monarch Room, Princes Gate
Sub: $100, workshops with external visitors additional Hotel | Gold coin koha | Jill Walker | thetravellingtuatara@gmail.com
Michelle Washington | Ph 021 454 027, 262 7040 | new@ekiwi.com creativerotorua.org.nz
geyserlandart.com Inaugural Indigenous Arts Festival
Life Drawing Group Month-long celebration of indigenous art through a variety of genres
This group gives both new and experienced artists the opportunity to draw a including film, stage, visual arts and te reo Maori.
model from life. During Sept | Various times and venues | Cian Elyse White
Fortnightly Thurs | 7-9:30pm | Phone or email for venue details | Cost: cian.white@rotorualc.nz
$10 per session | Ingrid Snyman | Ph 345 8543 | iguana.i@xtra.co.nz Art by Bike in springtime
Pleasure Painters Tour the city’s cycleways with a Rotorua Lakes Council guide and learn more
A friendly group painting and drawing in all mediums. about the public artworks in our parks, gardens and CBD.
Every Fri | 9:30am-12:30pm | Studio 2, The Arts Village | Sub: $30 plus Sat, Sept 28, Oct 26 & Nov 30 | 10am | Start/finish at Te Manawa,
$3 per session | Ph Joyce Whiting 345 3302, Isobel Jenkin 343 7670 cnr. Tutanekai & Hinemoa Sts. | Free | Julie Parsons | Ph 351 7823,
jwhiting@xtra.co.nz 027 242 4132 | julie.parsons@rotorualc.nz
MCA Mokoia Painting Group Sulphur Lake Sculpture Trail
Painters of all experience levels sharing ideas and techniques. Explore the unique sculptures located around Sulphur Lake, many of which
Every Wed | 1-3pm | Mokoia Community Assn Hall, 297 Vaughan Rd. were created during the Sculpture Symposium late last year.
Koha | Ph 345 5971 | community@mokoiaca.org.nz Daily | Anytime | Govt. Gardens | Free | Marc Spijkerbosch
Mosaic and painting classes marc.spijkerbosch@rotorualc.nz | creativerotorua.org.nz
Learn how to paint using acrylics and watercolours or perhaps mosaic a Art History Group - U3A
paver for your garden. Third-agers who share a passion for art. Outings to exhibitions.
Every Mon, Tues & Wed | 9:30-11:30am | Janet Keen Mosaic and Painting Group 1 meets 2nd & 4th Mon of month. Ph Anne Hunt 348 7680.
School, 374 Clayton Rd. | Cost: $70 incl. materials | Janet Keen Group 2 meets 1st & 3rd Mon of month. Ph Cate Frey 346 8562.
Ph 027 351 3887, 346 3435 | janet@jkeen.net | janetkeen.blogspot.com 2pm | Sub: $10 (covers all U3A groups) | u3arotorua.com
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