Why not live, work, invest and do business where the rest of the world comes to play ? Welcome to the official Rotorua site for living, working, investing and doing business. As nature's wonderland Rotorua offers a true balance between maximising investment opportunity, doing business, working and lifestyle. Enjoy exciting business and career opportunities whilst exploring the natural playground of lakes, forests, spas, parks, gardens, and friendly people who will give you a warm welcome to the unique Rotorua environment. Rotorua is a destination where you can experience the essence of New Zealand all in one place. You will discover the world's most incredible earth forces, feel the warm spirit of the unique Maori Culture, explore the many crystal springs, lakes and rivers, soothe the mind and body in hot thermal mineral pools and experience world class health and spa treatments. Whether it's business, work, relaxation or adrenalin seeking action - be prepared to rejuvenate your spirit. Rotorua's central north island location, fantastic transport, lifestyle and business infrastructure along with world class venues and accommodation in close proximity to some of New Zealand’s best attractions and activities, combine to make it one of New Zealand’s top destinations of choice for visiting, working, living and doing business. Rotorua Business and Rotorua Investment location Rotorua is ideally situated in the centre of the North Island and has unique and varied investment opportunities. The main industry sectors of Tourism, Forestry & Wood Processing and Agriculture are well established within the region and are excellently supported by the growing manufacturing, education, research and technology sectors. Rotorua provides a unique lifestyle and geographical position that is ideally situated to enhance the transport, communications and logistics industries, along with the opportunity for the perfect balance between lifestyle and business for the owner operated small to medium enterprise. Over the past 12 months growth and development in Rotorua has seen an economic growth rate of around 3% per annum, consistently in line with the national average, record numbers and value of building consents recorded, along with an increasing number of national and international visitors all pointing to Rotorua as one of the growth nodes of the future for New Zealand. Rotorua Lifestyle location There are few places in the world where residents can enjoy all the benefits of a provincial lifestyle with the convenience of city living. With excellent value housing, comprehensive health and education facilities and a caring community spirit Rotorua can offer something for everyone. Whether you like to keep fit, participate in the arts or in cultural activities, the freedom of choice and easy access to all your interests while living in a safer environment is what makes Rotorua a truly excellent "Centre of lifestyle". “So we would like to invite you to see for yourself or contact us to investigate the opportunity to combine business and investment with pleasure in Rotorua, where the rest of the world comes to play.”   Interested in making the move to Rotorua? View our special edition relocation publication

Anti Crime Forum for Retailers  Why not move to Rotorua ? To register your interest in moving to Rotorua and get your details on our Jobs database please register HERE Opportunities New Zealand Database Access Rotorua Businesses register here to access our database of 930 prospective employees attracted from the Opportunities New Zealand Expo UK Expo Database released Read the full Press Release Here Rotorua Download a copy of our promotional publication " Rotorua " A publication with information on living working investing and doing business in Rotorua (3.2 MB)   Subscribe to Strictly Business Our Monthly Newsletter Rotorua Population 67 400 Sunshine Days 2 120 hours per year 5.8 hours per day Rotorua Climate Warm Summers 12° - 24° C Temperate Winters 3° -15° C Rainfall evenly through the year To-day's Weather in Rotorua Rotorua District Area 270 800 ha Time to major centres by Road Auckland 3 hrs Hamilton 1-1.5 hours Tauranga 1 hour Mt Maunganui 1 hour Taupo 1 hour Whakatane 1 hour Napier 3.5 hours Average house price $NZ 165 000- $190 000 Annual GDP: NZ$ 2.0 Billion Main Rotorua Economic Sectors: Forestry 15 % of GDP Tourism:12 % of GDP Agriculture 10 % of GDP Visitors per day 8 100 Average No.Job Adverts 120 per week Main Rotorua Job sectors advertised Hospitality Agriculture Manufacturing & Trades Heatlh Sector