Celebrate Rotoroa Island

Whether you’re an Aucklander, have lived on the island or have connection to its history, a boatie or a beach-lover, or want a fun day out in nature with others - make your plans to be there! Come and celebrate a remarkable story of resilience, restoration and second chances. Check out www.salvationarmy.org.nz/celebraterotoroa/ for more info about the day.

Some of the free, fun planned activities on offer:
· Guided Tours
· Beach activities and games
· Sausage sizzle (provided)
· Short informative talks
· Crafts for all ages
· Sports gear
· Live music
· A gathering for those with a connection to The Salvation Army Bridge

There are also four incredible beaches to enjoy, self-guided walking tracks (maps provided), plenty of birdlife and native flora to discover, wide open spaces for sports and relaxing, and even a history museum.
There’ll be plenty to do… or you can do nothing at all!

GETTING THERE:
Rotoroa Island is just over an hour from Auckland by ferry, offered by Explore Group. Explore Group has generously offered 35% discounted tickets for the day. You can access the discounted rate by booking via the Explore website, selecting 14 March, and using the discount code: TSAROTOROA

Ferry times To the island
9.30am (arrives 10.45am) or 11.30am (arrives 12.45pm)

Ferry times Return to mainland
2.55pm (arrives 4.10pm) or 5.50pm (arrives 7.05pm)

Note: Personal boats are welcome to access the island, with a small landing fee pass. You can find more on the Rotoroa Island website.

ABOUT ROTOROA ISLAND
Just over an hour from Auckland, discover and celebrate the beautiful island of restoration—Rotoroa Island.

Under the care of The Salvation Army, Rotoroa Island operated as the first and longest-running addiction treatment centre in Aotearoa, serving over 12,000 people seeking rehabilitation and recovery.

Today, Rotoroa Island is a flourishing wildlife sanctuary and a place of learning, discovery and connection with nature, thanks to the incredible work of the Rotoroa Island Trust.