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Posted: 12th December 2011

Rotoroa accommodation wins 4-star plus rating

Rotoroa Island's accommodation has secured a 4-star plus rating (Holiday Homes) from Qualmark. The island has also received an Enviro Gold rating under the five international categories of waste, wa.  MORE >

 
Posted: 18th October 2011

Exhibition centre wins award

Rotoroa's exhibition centre has received a highly commended in 2011's NZ Timber Design Awards. For more information, click here.  MORE >

 
Posted: 17th August 2011

Architecture NZ: Rotoroa Island Visitor Centre

Rotoroa Island's exhibition centre makes the cover of Architecture NZ. The works of architects Rick Pearson and Justin Marler is explored.  MORE >

 
Posted: 13th April 2011

Landmark Chris Booth sculpture installed

The lastest work by renowned New Zealand artist Chris Booth, was installed on Rotoroa Island this week. Sited on the island's southern headland, the as yet unnamed work has been commissioned in memo.  MORE >

 
Posted: 5th April 2011

NZ Herald - A monumental gift

After a century of healing the body and soul, the Hauraki Gulf island of Rotoroa has embarked on a new century to heal the land. The Herald's Bernard Orsman profiles Rotoroa's past and future. Click.  MORE >

 
Posted: 5th April 2011

NZ Herald's Michele Hewitson on Chris Liddell

The Herald's Michele Hewitson reveals what drives Rotoroa Island Trustee, Chris Liddell. Click here to read more.  MORE >

 
Posted: 3rd March 2011

NZ Herald - Enrich your life and offer gifts that keep giving

Chris Liddell writes on the future of philanthropy and how we can get involved. Click here to read the article.  MORE >

 
Posted: 3rd March 2011

Art News New Zealand - Transformation of an Island

After being off-limits to the public for 100 years, the Hauraki Gulf's Rotoroa Island reopens, with a strong emphasis on art. Click here to read the article.  MORE >

 
Posted: 3rd March 2011

NZ Herald - Rotoroa Island open to public after 100 years

The $30 million-plus gift of the Hauraki Gulf island of Rotoroa is a tremendous example of how philanthropy can work in New Zealand, says General Motors' chief financial officer and Mt Albert Gramma.  MORE >

 
Posted: 3rd March 2011

Idealog - Salvation Island

John Gow's new model of giving matches benefactors with rewarding projects for the public good.   Click here to read the article.  MORE >

 
Posted: 24th February 2011

New Zealand Boating - Return to Rotoroa

AN ALCOHOL or drug addiction was your only ticket onto Rotoroa Island in the Hauraki Gulf for nearly 100 years. But that is about to change with the Salvation Army-owned land to be opened up to the .  MORE >

 
Posted: 25th January 2011

The Aucklander - Gulf Course

Neal and Annette Plowman have leased Rotoroa Island from the Salvation Army for 99 years, and formed a trust to create a conservation park and restore historical sites. We take the first look at the.  MORE >

 
Posted: 25th January 2011

NZ Herald - Couple give island to Auckland

A Hauraki Gulf island used as an alcohol and drug rehabilitation centre for 100 years is being gifted to Auckland by a couple who made a fortune selling towel supplies. Philanthropists Neal and Ann.  MORE >

 
Posted: 11th December 2010

Rotoroa - To Open 27 February 2011

Sunday 27 February 2011 - Be among the the first to visit Rotoroa for the first time in 100 years. Whether you catch a ferry, sail or motor boat your way to the island you will be welcome to explore.  MORE >

 
 

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