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1494 days ago

Taupō geothermal project is back on

The Team Reporter from Taupō Times

Contact Energy says it is prepared to fire up work on its stalled $600 million Tauhara geothermal project in the wake of a Labour Party change of heart to extend the life of the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter.

Share your thoughts on this below for our Conversations section in Taupō Times.

*Type NFP (not for print) if you don't wish your comments to be printed

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More messages from your neighbours
4 days ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!

The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.

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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 89.1% Yes, it's fair
    89.1% Complete
  • 10.3% No, it's unreasonable
    10.3% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
3059 votes
5 days ago

Looking for Kefir grains

Viola from Taupo Central

Hello, I was wondering if anyone knew somebody who I can get kefir grains off for making my own water kefir? Thank you.

1 day ago

Just dough it

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

With three basic ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can give old containers new life with Resene testpots.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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