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Rotokare Scenic Reserve Appeals for Help After Essential Vehicle Stolen and Burned

Rotokare Scenic Reserve Appeals for Help After Essential Vehicle Stolen and Burned
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Taranaki Media

31 July 2026

Community LossCrime Rotokare Scenic Reserve
Rotokare Scenic Reserve is appealing for community support after its only on-road vehicle was stolen in Rotorua and destroyed by fire.

Rotokare Scenic Reserve is appealing for community support after the only on-road vehicle they own was stolen and set alight.

The Forester, which was generously donated in 2017, was stolen in Rotorua while one of their staff members was away for a recovery group meeting.

It was later set on fire, and neither the vehicle nor its contents were salvageable.

Rotokare Scenic Reserve says it's a devastating blow. "The vehicle is an essential part of our mahi here at Rotokare. It is the Trust’s only on-road vehicle, and its loss directly impacts our ability to deliver our work."

"Luckily, we do have insurance; however, it will not cover all the costs associated with getting a new Rotokare vehicle" the trust said in a statement.

Photos and Givealittle info below 👇

Rotokare Scenic Reserve Vehicle Theft Arson Community Appeal

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