South Taupo, Taupo

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1750 days ago

Are you a winner this time?

SIX60 Tour

We’re giving away more of our double passes to the SIX60 Saturdays tour! We’ve drawn another 10 members to go to the regional concerts in Whangarei, Hamilton, New Plymouth, Lower Hutt, and Dunedin.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your … View more
We’re giving away more of our double passes to the SIX60 Saturdays tour! We’ve drawn another 10 members to go to the regional concerts in Whangarei, Hamilton, New Plymouth, Lower Hutt, and Dunedin.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here).

We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
See the winners!

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1751 days ago

Counties Power Christmas Lights this December!

The Glenbrook Vintage Railway

Hi neighbours, The Glenbrook Vintage Railway will be lighting up Franklin with festive cheer this year with its award winning Christmas experience.

The Counties Power Christmas Lights – Trains @ Night event will see the charitable organisation's trains, station and buildings dressed in … View more
Hi neighbours, The Glenbrook Vintage Railway will be lighting up Franklin with festive cheer this year with its award winning Christmas experience.

The Counties Power Christmas Lights – Trains @ Night event will see the charitable organisation's trains, station and buildings dressed in Christmas lights, a special Christmas Express train service, visits from Santa, a Christmas market and much more.

The Counties Power Christmas Lights - Trains @ Night will run from 12-15 and 19-23 December in the lead up to Christmas from 7pm till 11pm.

The first train is at 7pm, and will leave approximately every half hour to the workshops and return until 11pm.

There will be a Santa's grotto, night markets, train rides, entertainment and lots more.
Book now!

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1751 days ago

Do more of what you love!

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Ryman living saves you time for the moments that matter
Experience our retirement villages


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1751 days ago

Camp Stretchers

Carol from Nukuhau

Three camp stretchers for sale."Outdoor Connection" brand. Metal legs and frame. Each has two storage pockets when in use. Comes with a carrier bag. Weigh approximately 9 kilograms each. Seldom used and are in perfect condition. Are 199 cm long by 72.5 cm wide (adult size) and 48 cm high.… View moreThree camp stretchers for sale."Outdoor Connection" brand. Metal legs and frame. Each has two storage pockets when in use. Comes with a carrier bag. Weigh approximately 9 kilograms each. Seldom used and are in perfect condition. Are 199 cm long by 72.5 cm wide (adult size) and 48 cm high. For sale separately if required . Phone (07) 378 6634 Price is $50 each.

Price: $50

1752 days ago

Help Kiwi schools get their own electric garden!

Spark Foundation

14 Carrots. 2 Pumpkins. 3 Basil plants. 8 Romain Lettuces. 1 class of problems solvers. The Electric Garden is a revolutionary learning tool mixing the art of growing food with computer programming and digital technologies.

Find out more about teaching digital technology through gardening or … View more
14 Carrots. 2 Pumpkins. 3 Basil plants. 8 Romain Lettuces. 1 class of problems solvers. The Electric Garden is a revolutionary learning tool mixing the art of growing food with computer programming and digital technologies.

Find out more about teaching digital technology through gardening or donate to help all kiwi schools access this programme here.
Learn more

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1752 days ago

Here when you need us

The Team from

Time spent in respite care can range from a single night to a few weeks. It provides a welcome break and peace of mind knowing that your loved one will receive round-the-clock care from friendly, experienced care teams.

May Kitchen knows how important it is to provide carers with a break. After … View more
Time spent in respite care can range from a single night to a few weeks. It provides a welcome break and peace of mind knowing that your loved one will receive round-the-clock care from friendly, experienced care teams.

May Kitchen knows how important it is to provide carers with a break. After visiting her husband Stuart in respite care at a Ryman village, she was tempted to move in herself! “If it was me, I think I would enjoy it because it’s just so beautiful and the food is good.”

Ryman villages provide warm and welcoming communities. Where residents can enjoy activities and outings while forming friendships along the way.
Find out more

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1752 days ago

What type of wasp?

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Hi everyone, today we are linking to two stories, one which explains the paper wasp which we find in abundance in urban areas, and the other which talks about the common and German wasp which dominates our forests and recreational areas. We'll also talk about how to deal with these nasty … View moreHi everyone, today we are linking to two stories, one which explains the paper wasp which we find in abundance in urban areas, and the other which talks about the common and German wasp which dominates our forests and recreational areas. We'll also talk about how to deal with these nasty predators. If you destroy a nest, take a pic and upload your image with the hastag #waspwipeout! But be careful! For paper wasps click here: bit.ly... For common and German wasps click here: bit.ly...

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1753 days ago

SCAM ALERT: Vehicle licence (registration) email

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency is warning people to be on the lookout for a scam vehicle licence (registration) email currently in circulation.

If you’ve recently received an email, check the details carefully. If the email was genuinely sent from the Transport Agency, it will include your specific … View more
The NZ Transport Agency is warning people to be on the lookout for a scam vehicle licence (registration) email currently in circulation.

If you’ve recently received an email, check the details carefully. If the email was genuinely sent from the Transport Agency, it will include your specific vehicle details including:
- Your vehicle’s plate number
- Vehicle make
- The expiry date of your current vehicle licence

Click here for more advice and information.

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1753 days ago

A garden project with a difference

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

Add colour to any garden setting with a planter that boasts movement and extra visual interest.

Make the most of this weekend with this step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this project yourself.

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1753 days ago

Heading Away These Holidays?

Anna Smith from Beaurepaires Taupo

Don't head off on your Christmas road trip without making sure your car is safe with a 20 Point Vehicle Health Check for your just $40 (save $25)*

Hurry, ends on December 15th!

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1753 days ago

Win a years subscription to TV Guide with Readers Tours!

Readers Tours

For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and … View more
For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.

To celebrate the launch of our brand new tours, our friends at TV Guide and Neighbourly are giving away a year’s subscription for TV Guide to one lucky adventurer!

All you have to do is tell us a New Zealand destination you would love to visit via this link and you'll be in the draw to win!

Entries close 19 December 2019!

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1754 days ago

Road closures for IRONMAN 70.3 in Taupo on Saturday

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

The 2019 IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo is back in town on Saturday and we can’t wait! Please be aware of the various road closures that will be in place on Saturday, as listed below and shown on the map.

> Tongariro Street from Spa Road to Lake Terrace: 2am to 4pm
> Lake Terrace from Tongariro Street… View more
The 2019 IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo is back in town on Saturday and we can’t wait! Please be aware of the various road closures that will be in place on Saturday, as listed below and shown on the map.

> Tongariro Street from Spa Road to Lake Terrace: 2am to 4pm
> Lake Terrace from Tongariro Street to Ruapehu Street: 2am to 4pm
> Lake Terrace from Ruapehu Street to Napier Road: 6am to 1pm
> Rifle Range Road from Lake Terrace to Tauhara Road: 6am to 10am
> Tauhara Road from Rifle Range Road to Miro Street: 6am to 10am
> Centennial Drive from Broadlands Road to Rakaunui Road: 6am to 10am
> Broadlands Road from Miro Street to the district Boundary: 6am to 1pm
> Miro Street from Broadlands Road to Crown Road: 8am to 1pm
> Crown Road from Invergarry Road to Taharepa Road: 8am to 1pm
> Taharepa Road from Crown Road to Lake Terrace: 8am to 1pm

Due to changes to the course this year, Spa Road and Napier Road will be open. This means the best way to get around the closed area will be via the ETA and Centennial Drive / Spa Road or Napier Road. Note Broadlands Road and the ETA off-ramp at Broadlands Road will be closed until 1pm Saturday, while our Landfill and Transfer Station on Broadlands Road will open at the later time of 1.30pm Saturday.

Over the next few days please take extra care on the roads, keep an eye out for cyclists and runners and on the day of the event make sure you look out for signage and detours to help you get around safely. Thanks everybody!

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1754 days ago

What do you think of these new camping AI cameras?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Taupō Times

Hi neighbours,
Hipapatua Reserve (Reid's Farm) is to be included in an expanded pilot for Artificial Intelligence (AI) solar-powered cameras, announced this week by Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis.
Images from the cameras allow campers to see in real-time on the CamperMate app whether the … View more
Hi neighbours,
Hipapatua Reserve (Reid's Farm) is to be included in an expanded pilot for Artificial Intelligence (AI) solar-powered cameras, announced this week by Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis.
Images from the cameras allow campers to see in real-time on the CamperMate app whether the campsite has space.
READ MORE here.
So what do you think of this idea?

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