South Taupo, Taupo

2296 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Quote

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

#NVW2018

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2297 days ago

Severe weather warning for the region

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a warning for heavy rain and severe gales for parts of northern and central New Zealand.

Watch for strong winds in Taupo, Taihape, Wanganui, Manawatu and Horowhenua Kapiti Coast. Taumarunui is also expected to receive strong winds.

Strong wind gusts could damage trees,… View more
MetService has issued a warning for heavy rain and severe gales for parts of northern and central New Zealand.

Watch for strong winds in Taupo, Taihape, Wanganui, Manawatu and Horowhenua Kapiti Coast. Taumarunui is also expected to receive strong winds.

Strong wind gusts could damage trees, power lines and unsecured structures. Driving may be hazardous, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles. Please make sure you plan your travel and drive to the conditions. Click here for more information.

Area: Bay Of Plenty including Rotorua
Valid: 23 hours from 4:00 pm Monday to 3:00 pm Tuesday
Forecast: Southeast gales are forecast to be severe at times gusting 120 km/h in exposed places until late Tuesday morning, especially in the east. Then from late morning until early Tuesday afternoon a period of severe northeast gales gusting 120 km/h in exposed places is forecast.

Area: Whanganui, Manawatu and Kapiti-Horowhenua
Valid: 16 hours from 2:00 am to 6:00 pm Tuesday
Forecast: Southeast gales are forecast to be severe at times in exposed places with gusts of 120 km/h, especially in the lee of the ranges.

Source: MetService

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2297 days ago

Look around a home of the future

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.

Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like… View more
Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.

Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like your home to have.

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2300 days ago

Poll: What do people want to hear from St John on Neighbourly?

The Team from St John New Zealand

We want to help you and the communities with messages you want to hear.

What do people want to hear from St John on Neighbourly?
  • 52.1% First aid tips
    52.1% Complete
  • 2.6% Event medical services
    2.6% Complete
  • 3.2% Medical alarms
    3.2% Complete
  • 4.7% How you can support St John
    4.7% Complete
  • 5.5% Youth and community services
    5.5% Complete
  • 16.9% Volunteering opportunities
    16.9% Complete
  • 5.1% Ambulance services
    5.1% Complete
  • 9.9% First aid kits
    9.9% Complete
939 votes
2300 days ago

Otumuheke Hot Pools closed

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Construction of the new facilities at Otumuheke Hot Stream continues with erosion mitigation work and installation of a new bridge and terraced seating around the public bathing area. Heavy machinery will be used for this phase of the project, and river levels will be lowered to accommodate this, … View moreConstruction of the new facilities at Otumuheke Hot Stream continues with erosion mitigation work and installation of a new bridge and terraced seating around the public bathing area. Heavy machinery will be used for this phase of the project, and river levels will be lowered to accommodate this, so from June 6 – June 20 the bathing area will be closed to the public for safety reasons.

Contractors will endeavour to keep access open during weekends when possible. Signage will indicate when the pools are open.

Read more here -

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2300 days ago

St John's message this winter

The Team from St John New Zealand

St John on Neighbourly is a way to connect with our communities across New Zealand and keep the public up to date with news, information, and tips across our frontline Ambulance Services, first aid training, event medical services, AEDs (defibrillators), first aid kits and supplies, medical alarms,… View moreSt John on Neighbourly is a way to connect with our communities across New Zealand and keep the public up to date with news, information, and tips across our frontline Ambulance Services, first aid training, event medical services, AEDs (defibrillators), first aid kits and supplies, medical alarms, St John Youth programme, and a wide range of community and volunteer programmes.

This winter, St John urges the public to prioritise health & wellbeing. The most important thing you can do is be immunised against influenza and seek advice from a health professional if you are unwell. Each winter the surge of 111 ambulance calls continues to increase, which despite St John’s best efforts to triage and treat people in-home, places a lot of pressure on the ambulance service and the hospital emergency departments.

St John has issued five key messages to the public to help them look after themselves and each other this winter – read them here: goo.gl...

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2300 days ago

Poll: Vote for your favourite Stuff Pix!

Stuff Pix

Vote for your favourite Disney/Pixar movie from Stuff Pix and enter to win 1 of 5 Incredibles 2 family packs, including merchandise and cinema tickets.

Check out all the great Disney/Pixar movies on stuffpix.co.nz/disney-pix

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Vote for your favourite Stuff Pix!
  • 22.9% The Incredibles
    22.9% Complete
  • 10.7% Coco
    10.7% Complete
  • 8.9% Finding Dory
    8.9% Complete
  • 31.8% Finding Nemo
    31.8% Complete
  • 25.7% Toy Story
    25.7% Complete
2880 votes
2300 days ago

Bowel Cancer – You’re never too young

Bowel Cancer New Zealand

June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. This year we’re raising awareness that bowel cancer can strike at any age.

The incidence of bowel cancer in younger adults is rising in New Zealand. 10% of bowel cancer patients are under 50 – that’s more than 300 a year. Each year about 3,000 New … View more
June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. This year we’re raising awareness that bowel cancer can strike at any age.

The incidence of bowel cancer in younger adults is rising in New Zealand. 10% of bowel cancer patients are under 50 – that’s more than 300 a year. Each year about 3,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with the disease and more than 1,200 will die. That’s as many as breast and prostate cancer combined.

Check out the symptoms, or make a donation to help us raise awareness, at www.nevertooyoung.org.nz
Donate now

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2301 days ago

The Millennium Bride of the Year 2018

The Millenium Bride of the Year 2018

The Taupo Times would like to thank the major sponsors, for Millennium Bride of the Year 2018: Taupo Hire, Caci Clinic, Morefm, Millenium Taupo and Quality Print. Saturday 23 June 2018 5:30pm - 9.30pm

The Woolshed - Proudly sponsoring the 2018 Bride of the Year competition. Come down to see us … View more
The Taupo Times would like to thank the major sponsors, for Millennium Bride of the Year 2018: Taupo Hire, Caci Clinic, Morefm, Millenium Taupo and Quality Print. Saturday 23 June 2018 5:30pm - 9.30pm

The Woolshed - Proudly sponsoring the 2018 Bride of the Year competition. Come down to see us at Ruapehu Street for the perfect Wedding gift!

Geneive Hair Quarters - Treat yourself to some luxury and pampering! We love working with bridal parties and also offer make-up packages.

Taupo Hire - Your “One Stop Hire Shop”, for all your Wedding and Event Hire needs. Let then team at Taupo Hire take away the stress and help make your special day extra magical.

Hilltop Hair Design - Personalised wedding packages for your special occasion. Call our team of senior stylists today to book a free consultation.
Vote on your bride now!

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2301 days ago

The Millennium Bride of the Year 2018

The Millennium Bride of the Year 2018

The Millennium Bride of the Year event is back in Taupo for 2018. We have great prizes to be won including a luxurious second honeymoon! More FM's Bride of the year will be crowned on Saturday 23rd June at Millennium Hotel Taupo. Vote on your bride now! Saturday 23 June 2018, 5:30pm—9:30pm
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The Millennium Bride of the Year event is back in Taupo for 2018. We have great prizes to be won including a luxurious second honeymoon! More FM's Bride of the year will be crowned on Saturday 23rd June at Millennium Hotel Taupo. Vote on your bride now! Saturday 23 June 2018, 5:30pm—9:30pm

Quality print - Taupo’s local printers who love parties! Save the dates, invites, menus, and more; we can design and print it all.

Albert Pointon Menswear - Established 1957 Albert Pointon Menswear is Taupo's longest serving retail store. With dozens of reputable brands we will have the men looking sharp for your big day.
Vote on your bride now!

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2302 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Resources

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

Want to promote National Volunteer Week? 🎉

We have loads of amazing resources on the NVW website, to help you run your own campaign! Check out the link for more details.

National Volunteer Week celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who volunteer in our communities every year. The theme for … View more
Want to promote National Volunteer Week? 🎉

We have loads of amazing resources on the NVW website, to help you run your own campaign! Check out the link for more details.

National Volunteer Week celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who volunteer in our communities every year. The theme for 2018: Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai, captures the essence of the volunteering spirit and the essential link between volunteers and the communities who benefit from their generosity. The event will run from June 17-23, 2018.

#NVW2018

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