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The Rotary Club of Tauranga Te Papa is the largest Rotary club in the Tauranga region. Chartered in 1981, we have proudly served our community for more than 45 years, building a strong tradition of service, fellowship, and leadership.

Looking to make a difference, build lasting friendships, and give back to your community? We invite you to come along, meet our members, and discover what Rotary is all about.

We meet every Thursday at 12:00 pm for a light lunch at the Fish & Dive Clubrooms, 60 Cross Road, Tauranga. Visitors are always welcome. Simply contact us to arrange your visit.

Join Us for a Elegant High Tea & Charity Auction

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The Rotary Club of Tauranga Te Papa invites you to an afternoon of friendship, fine food and giving back at our High Tea & Charity Auction.

Date: Saturday 11 July
Time: 2.30 pm – 4.30 pm
Venue: Bethlehem Baptist Church, 90 Bethlehem Road, Tauranga
Tickets: $45 per person

This special fundraising event promises a delicious high tea, exciting auction items and the opportunity to make a real difference in our community. Every ticket purchased and every bid placed will help support two outstanding causes – the Open Home Foundation’s Oasis House, providing care and support for high need children, and Days for Girls, which empowers women and girls through improved access to menstrual health solutions and education.

Whether you come with friends, family or colleagues, you’ll enjoy a wonderful afternoon while helping to create brighter futures for those who need it most.

Seats are limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy great company, generous hospitality and the chance to support life-changing community initiatives.

We look forward to welcoming you for an inspiring afternoon of tea, treats and community spirit.

THE GREAT TAURANGA DUCK RACE 2026

The Great Tauranga Duck Race 19 April 2026 - Results

5,000 Ducklings being dropped into the harbour to start the race today ( Sunday April 19).

Perfect weather and a large crowd made for an enjoyable morning for all.

Read on for results and to see if you won $1,000, $500 or $250.

On 18 March 2026, Year 12 students from Te Puke High School took part in the BOP Rotary Ryda Road Safety Program, held at The Orchard in Te Puke.

This important initiative is delivered through a strong partnership between Rotary Clubs across the Tauranga area and the Road Safety Education Trust.

Tauranga Te Papa Rotary Club donates $5,000 to Welcome Bay School.

Welcome Bay School senior and junior students enjoying the new literary resources donated by Tauranga Te Papa Rotary Club.

Back row: JJ, Penny,

Middle row: Julian and Frances

Front row: Michael and Mackenzie

[permission from all the parents has been granted to publish this photo]

End Polio 25

We Are THIS Close to Ending Polio

Rotary has been at the forefront of the global fight to eradicate polio for more than three decades. Thanks to the dedication of Rotarians worldwide and strong partnerships with organizations like the World Health Organization and UNICEF, polio cases have been reduced by over 99.9% since the campaign began.

In the photo, Immediate Past District Governor Nick Dangerfield (Tauranga Te Papa Club) and District Polio Chair Past District Governor Grant Spackman (Havelock North Club) proudly show the iconic “This Close” gesture—a symbol of Rotary’s commitment to finishing the job. Today, polio remains endemic in only a handful of countries, and with continued support, we can make history by achieving a polio-free world.

Every contribution counts. Join us in the fight to End Polio Now and help Rotary keep its promise to future generations.

Stem Festival

Tauranga STEM Festival 2025

Rotary was proud to partner with House of Science at this year’s Tauranga STEM Festival, where thousands of families explored the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and maths.

Our Rotary team — including Linda Ellis, Rob and Jacqui Thompson — worked hard throughout the day at the vibrant pollination-themed stand, which featured everything from live beehives to seed giveaways and planting beds.

With more than 10,000 visitors expected, it was a buzzing day of learning, discovery, and community engagement — showcasing Rotary’s ongoing commitment to supporting education and inspiring young minds.

PEOPLE of ACTION

You’ll be one of over a thousand young Kiwis each year who get on board to experience the trip of a lifetime. You’ll leave with a whole new set of skills, lots of new friends and a new confidence to take on the challenges in life. The whole voyage is based on learning by doing. You’ll face all sorts of challenges and take part in lots of activities on the ship, on the water and on the shore. Leaving you with a level of self-empowerment only found on the Spirit of New Zealand.

Increased confidence and skills: On Spirit you’ll improve your communication and leadership skills and learn the importance of self-awareness and being a part of a team. As you face the various challenges your confidence will increase as you increasingly move outside of your comfort zone.

New friends and connections: You’ll meet 39 other young kiwis from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Over 10 days you will come to depend on each other, learn tolerance and acceptance and create close and lasting bonds. Once you leave the ship you are connected to the Spirit community for life! You’ll have the opportunity to return as a crew member and share your experiences with others.

Start your adventure today with support from the Rotary club of Tauranga Te Papa. We have limited grant funds of up to $1500-00 available to support 16–18-year-olds.

To apply for a grant, simply complete the application form and forward it to.

Ward Reid wardreid@actrix.co.nz

Spirit of Adventure Trust • Ignite your Spirit of Adventure

Go on bush expeditions, water challenges, sea voyages and height activities to mention a few. The outcome is new confidence, making effective decisions, communication skills, increased determination for those who have left school but not found their direction in life yet. Just to mention a few.

Start your adventure today with support from the Rotary club of Tauranga Te Papa. We have limited grant funds of up to $1500-00 available to support 18 – 26-year-olds attend an experience of a lifetime.

To apply for a grant, simply complete the application form and forward it to:

Ward Reid wardreid@actrix.co.nz

Outward Bound - Outdoor Education New Zealand