South Taupo, Taupo

2489 days ago

Is your neighbour an Awesome Neighbour?

Electric Kiwi

We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the … View more
We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that bright pink car or skateboards with the kids to school each day.

Tell us why your neighbour is awesome and you could win one of four $250 Prezzy® cards (plus one for your Awesome Neighbour).
Enter now

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2489 days ago

Freedom camping bylaw now in effect

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

From today, our new freedom camping bylaw has come into effect around the district, banning campers from Ferry Road and limiting areas where non-self-contained campers can stay.

Councillors adopted the bylaw after hearing submissions late last month.

Policy manager Nick Carroll said the bylaw… View more
From today, our new freedom camping bylaw has come into effect around the district, banning campers from Ferry Road and limiting areas where non-self-contained campers can stay.

Councillors adopted the bylaw after hearing submissions late last month.

Policy manager Nick Carroll said the bylaw also meant freedom campers would be allowed to camp in permitted areas for a maximum of three nights and/or four days before they needed to move on.

Camping on reserves remains prohibited under the Reserves Act with the exception of Hipapatua Recreational Reserve (Reid's Farm), Whakamaru Domain, Whakamaru Recreational Reserve and Mangakino Recreational Reserve.

Read more here -

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2489 days ago

The Emergency Mobile Alert system is now live.

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2490 days ago

Santa Claus is coming to...Harvey Norman

Harvey Norman

He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.

Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and … View more
He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.

Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.

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2490 days ago

Road closure on Tuwharetoa Street Friday, December 1

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Please be aware Tuwharetoa Street between Tongariro and Ruapehu streets, as well as the car park, will be closed from 3pm to 9pm tomorrow (Friday).

Some of the cars that will be racing in the Speed Works Motorsport New Zealand Championship at Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park will be on display on … View more
Please be aware Tuwharetoa Street between Tongariro and Ruapehu streets, as well as the car park, will be closed from 3pm to 9pm tomorrow (Friday).

Some of the cars that will be racing in the Speed Works Motorsport New Zealand Championship at Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park will be on display on Tuwharetoa Street so go and check them out tomorrow avo!

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2490 days ago

New footpath on Huka Falls Road

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Cyclists and pedestrians will soon have a new footpath to use along Huka Falls Road.

A 1.5m wide concrete footpath starting opposite Clearwater Lane is now under construction and will stretch 1.4km along the road towards the falls.

The footpath should be completed in February 2018 and later… View more
Cyclists and pedestrians will soon have a new footpath to use along Huka Falls Road.

A 1.5m wide concrete footpath starting opposite Clearwater Lane is now under construction and will stretch 1.4km along the road towards the falls.

The footpath should be completed in February 2018 and later in the year this will be extended on to the Huka Falls. The road will remain open, but a stop/go system may be used to ensure safety for workers and road users.​

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2499 days ago

Mudtopia Competition

Tamara Thorn Reporter from Taupō Times

Thanks to the team at Mudtopia we have 50 Mud Pass +R18 Concert double passes up for grabs.
To be in the draw to win, comment below who you would take and what you are looking forward to doing the most at the Mudtopia Festival.
Just a reminder the people have to be 18+ to win the tickets and go … View more
Thanks to the team at Mudtopia we have 50 Mud Pass +R18 Concert double passes up for grabs.
To be in the draw to win, comment below who you would take and what you are looking forward to doing the most at the Mudtopia Festival.
Just a reminder the people have to be 18+ to win the tickets and go to the festival (because it includes access to the R18 concert). This competition finishes by 5pm Tuesday 28 November so get commenting.
For more information go to mudtopia.com...

Free

2490 days ago

Poll: How are you stepping up your cyber defence?

CERT NZ and Connect Smart

Cyber Smart Week is all about doing just one thing to keep your data safe. Doing more than one will help even more! So, what’s your one thing? Vote below..

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How are you stepping up your cyber defence?
  • 23.2% I’ve changed a password
    23.2% Complete
  • 25% I’ve turned on two-factor authentication (2FA)
    25% Complete
  • 27.9% I’ve checked my privacy settings
    27.9% Complete
  • 23.9% I’ve updated my operating system (OS)
    23.9% Complete
276 votes
2498 days ago

What are your favourite restaurants?

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Why is it your your favourite place to eat in the Taupō District?
What's your favourite meal there?
What's the atmosphere like?
>> We're writing reviews for Stuff.co.nz and would love to know what our neighbours recommend...

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