South Taupo, Taupo

2123 days ago

Summer’s here! Be water smart

The Team from Smart Water

There are lots of simple ways to reduce your water use this summer.

- water your garden by hand
- use a broom instead of your hose when cleaning areas like patios and driveways
- try some of our Smart Water Play ideas with your kids.

Remember, small savings add up to make a big … View more
There are lots of simple ways to reduce your water use this summer.

- water your garden by hand
- use a broom instead of your hose when cleaning areas like patios and driveways
- try some of our Smart Water Play ideas with your kids.

Remember, small savings add up to make a big difference!

Subscribe now and receive the latest water alert direct to your inbox!

Check your town’s alert level at smartwater.org.nz
Subscribe here!

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2123 days ago

Stay independent and confident

The Team from ACC New Zealand

"Staying independent, confident and healthy is important at any age, but especially if you or someone you love is over 65. Have you heard about the ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ movement? There’s a website full of practical information and advice, as well as local strength and balance … View more"Staying independent, confident and healthy is important at any age, but especially if you or someone you love is over 65. Have you heard about the ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ movement? There’s a website full of practical information and advice, as well as local strength and balance classes to keep you steady on your feet.

Go to livestronger.org.nz to find out more and keep loving your independence. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission."
Learn more

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2124 days ago

Completing the Cycle Challenge in a Budgy Smuggler and on a one-speed bike.

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

Would you be brave enough to cycle the 160km around Lake Taupō on a one-speed bike in a Budgy Smuggler?

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2124 days ago

Supporting kiwi kids and learning

The Warehouse New Zealand

The Zoofari programme helps Kiwi kids enjoy a day of learning at their local zoo because we believe that teaching children today can lead to a lifetime of love for animals and the environment.

Show your support before the 18th December by donating in your local store today!

The Warehouse, … View more
The Zoofari programme helps Kiwi kids enjoy a day of learning at their local zoo because we believe that teaching children today can lead to a lifetime of love for animals and the environment.

Show your support before the 18th December by donating in your local store today!

The Warehouse, partnering with you for a better community.

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2124 days ago

Givealittle’s Celebration with the Nation

The Team from Givealittle

We’re so grateful to all the generous sorts who’ve chipped in to get us here. So, let’s lose the gifts… and turn our big day into a celebration with the nation.

For every $10 donated from you, Spark Foundation will give $10 too – up to a grand total of $10,000 across all 10 charities.
Give here

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2124 days ago

Lounge Suite

Don from Waipahihi

Beige suede fabric 3 seat settee and 2 La-Z-Boy recliner chairs in very good condition. Have had very little use since being professionally cleaned.

Price: $190

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2124 days ago

Dining table and chairs

Don from Waipahihi

Mahogany extendable dining table and four upholstered chairs. In good condition. The chairs have had very little use since the upholstery was professionally cleaned.

Price: $135

2124 days ago

Poll: Do you think Santa can be a woman?

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

There have been a lot of discussions lately about whether Santa could be a woman. Even National Party Leader Simon Bridges joined the debate saying "just as Mary Poppins is a woman, Santa Claus is a man". What do you think? Can Santa be a woman? Read more here.

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Do you think Santa can be a woman?
  • 11.2% Yes
    11.2% Complete
  • 75.7% No
    75.7% Complete
  • 1.3% I'm not sure
    1.3% Complete
  • 11.8% I don't care
    11.8% Complete
3749 votes
2124 days ago

Flowers all year round with Resene!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

Enjoy the beauty of flowers year round. This clever flower wall is made using coffee filters and Resene testpots. Choose your favourite colour combinations to suit your room or create one as a colourful gift for someone you know who could use a little colour. Make the most of your weekend with this… View moreEnjoy the beauty of flowers year round. This clever flower wall is made using coffee filters and Resene testpots. Choose your favourite colour combinations to suit your room or create one as a colourful gift for someone you know who could use a little colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

2124 days ago

Fire on Tongariro Street this morning

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

Around 50 firefighters battled a blaze that engulfed a block of shops in Taupō.

Fire authorities were yet to pinpoint the exact location the fire started, but said it was likely either the sushi shop or an adventure clothing store.

Police have closed down Tongariro St, in the central … View more
Around 50 firefighters battled a blaze that engulfed a block of shops in Taupō.

Fire authorities were yet to pinpoint the exact location the fire started, but said it was likely either the sushi shop or an adventure clothing store.

Police have closed down Tongariro St, in the central Taupō, after the commercial block - opposite the riverside domain - went up in flames at 1.15am on Friday.

It appeared the fire had been contained to two of the three shops, causing extensive damage to a food outlet and retail store. Read more here

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