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from 12 JUN

Matariki Dish Challenge

 Mon, 12 June – Sun, 16 July

 matarikidishchallenge.co.nz

The Rotorua Matariki Dish Challenge is back and set to shine light on the culinary stars in Rotorua. Eateries from around the region's will showcase a dish that celebrates local and highlights Matariki.

While mystery judges will determine the regions champion, the public can have their say too by rating the dishes they’ve tried. So, this winter get out and discover something new in Rotorua.

Taupō Marathon

 Sat, 5 August

 Tongariro Domain

 Entry Fees Apply

 taupomarathon.co.nz

Join us for the 28th running of the Taupō Marathon this August, in support of Lake Taupō Hospice! Running along the picturesque Taupō lakefront, this event offers several run and walk options for every age and ability, from a 2km kids dash, all the way up to a full 42.2km marathon.

Add in a kids zone, food trucks, a beer garden, plus some live music and you’ve got the perfect weekend away with family and friends.

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatāne Light Festival

 July 28 - August 6

 Whakatāne

 FREE Entry

 lightupwhakatane.com

Discover and delight at illuminated art installations and projections, while meandering along the river walkway, town centre and green spaces of Whakatāne. Attend one of the Community Nights.

Opening Night, Friday 28 July or the Light Parade on Saturday 5 August. To view the full programme visit our website.

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JUN

Taupō Cook Schools and Degustations

 June-August & November-December

 Brantry Eatery

45 Rifle Range Rd, Taupō

 Prices vary between $75-225pp

 brantryeatery.co.nz

If you enjoy contemporary dining experiences or refining your culinary skills, then Prue Campbell of Yum Food Company has designed a jam packed calendar of cook schools and degustations at Brantry Eatery.

The cook schools presented are either within Prue’s private residence or the well-established restaurant on Rifle Range Road.

Cook Schools are during the day with opportunities to upskill with soups, tagine, hot desserts, eggs-manyways, entertainers-dream-skills, Christmas themed and more. Don’t forget our popular Matariki Degustation Dinner on the 14th July. Limited spaces. Book via website.

Quirky

Pottery/Gallery

 Tuesday - Saturday 10am to 4pm

 45 Oruanui Street, Taupō

 facebook.com/QuirkyPottery

 info@quirkypottery.co.nz

 021 996 014

At Quirky Pottery Studio/ gallery we create functional and sculptural pottery and we offer private pottery workshops, hen's, birthdays or any type of pottery workshop.

Gallery is open from Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm but you can book your private class anytime. For more information or booking please contact Didi Chapman. Mention "HENRY WINTER" and get 10% off.