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2763 days ago

Getting around Taupo during IRONMAN

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Kellogg's Nutri-Grain IRONMAN New Zealand is taking place on Saturday, which means a few roads around Taupo will be closed to allow the event to safely take place.

Tongariro Street will be closed from the Spa Road roundabout to Lake Terrace from 2am on Saturday to 2am on Sunday, as will Lake Terrace from the​ bottom of Tongariro Street to Kaimanawa Street. There will be detours in place to help you get through town.

Other closures on Saturday are:

Story Place – From Tongariro Street to Redoubt Street – 2am to 6pm
Ferry Road – From Tongariro Street to the boat harbour – 5am to 10am
Tamamutu Street – From Gascoigne Street to Tongariro Street – 2am to 6pm
Tamamutu Street – From Kaimanawa Street to Titiraupenga Street – 8am to 6pm
Motutaiko Street – From Spa Road to Tamamutu Street – 8am to 6pm
Broadlands Road – From Centennial drive to Taupo District boundary – 7am to 4pm
Centennial Drive – From Rakaunui Road to Broadlands Road – 7am to 4pm
Heeni Street – From Wharewaka Road to Secombe Park Reserve access road – 8am to midnight
Rainbow drive – From Charles Crescent (north) to Aubrey Crescent (south) – 8am to midnight

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More messages from your neighbours
2 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
  • 27.6% I love it!
    27.6% Complete
  • 31.2% Only in designated areas
    31.2% Complete
  • 41.2% No, it should be outdoors only.
    41.2% Complete
1997 votes
18 hours ago

Take a little moment out of your day to solve this mystery minute!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I have no life, but I can die. What am I?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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6 hours ago

Join us for our 80th anniversary celebrations at Hamilton Gardens!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours, NZ Gardener is marking an incredible 80 years of inspiring and informing New Zealand gardeners and we want to celebrate with you! Join editor Jo McCarroll at one of a series of events across the country to mark this significant milestone. Readers in Waikato can join Jo at Hamilton Gardens. Ticket holders will enjoy:
* an early copy of the anniversary special edition (RRP$16.20).
* a goody bag packed with gardening paraphernalia.
* a brand new Jack Hobbs-bred Hebe 'The Gardener' plant, released to mark this amazing milestone.
* all-day entry to the Enclosed Gardens.
* canapes and bubbles
* spot prizes.
Numbers are limited, so book your tickets early to avoid disappointment. We'd love to see you there.

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