South Taupo, Taupo

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2643 days ago

NZ Gardener's Plan Bee

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Have you put your bee-friendly garden on this map yet? If you've got a garden that feeds bees and pollinators, plot your address on our Plan Bee map and in a day or so, a little bee will pop up and we'll all see New Zealand becoming more bee-friendly... one garden at a time!

To read … View more
Have you put your bee-friendly garden on this map yet? If you've got a garden that feeds bees and pollinators, plot your address on our Plan Bee map and in a day or so, a little bee will pop up and we'll all see New Zealand becoming more bee-friendly... one garden at a time!

To read more about Plan Bee: bit.ly...

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2643 days ago

Poll: Need some help at home?

Student Job Search

For 35 years Student Job Search has been providing a free employment service for students and employers, covering a whole range of jobs. We understand that sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day for all those household tasks! That's why we're here to help. We want to know … View moreFor 35 years Student Job Search has been providing a free employment service for students and employers, covering a whole range of jobs. We understand that sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day for all those household tasks! That's why we're here to help. We want to know the number one job that you would like help with at home! Vote below.

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Need some help at home?
  • 40.2% Cleaning
    40.2% Complete
  • 48.7% Gardening
    48.7% Complete
  • 3.5% Childcare
    3.5% Complete
  • 1.9% Home tutoring
    1.9% Complete
  • 1.7% Help moving house
    1.7% Complete
  • 0.8% Filing documents
    0.8% Complete
  • 3.1% General errands
    3.1% Complete
1566 votes
2644 days ago

REAL NZ: The great New Zealand state of the nation survey

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And … View moreHi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And it's just 10 short multi-choice questions!

Take the survey today and we'll put you in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards.

The findings will be reported next weekend in the Sunday Star-Times and on Neighbourly.co.nz.
Take the survey

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2647 days ago

Poll: Should there be a fee to do the Tongariro Crossing?

Reporter Taupō Times

With certain Great Walks around the region getting an increase in prices for international tourists from October 2018, comments have been aired about the Tongariro Crossing - should there be a fee to do the Tongariro Crossing?

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Should there be a fee to do the Tongariro Crossing?
  • 61.8% Yes
    61.8% Complete
  • 38.2% No
    38.2% Complete
68 votes
2645 days ago

A fabulous new gateway into town

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

The intersection of Roberts and Ruapehu streets has undergone a major makeover and is now open for pedestrians and traffic to use.

The intersection is an important entry point into town and serves as the gateway from the lakefront to the town centre. It was upgraded to address security concerns … View more
The intersection of Roberts and Ruapehu streets has undergone a major makeover and is now open for pedestrians and traffic to use.

The intersection is an important entry point into town and serves as the gateway from the lakefront to the town centre. It was upgraded to address security concerns and encourage people to linger longer in the area.

The intersection now boasts new street furniture, gardens and paved areas in place and we think it looks great!

Read more -

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2645 days ago

Hoka One One Kinloch Offroad Challenge

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Good luck to everyone competing in the Hoka One One Kinloch Offroad Challenge tomorrow!

The start line is located on Kenrigg Road with competitors getting under way between 7am and 9.45am. Speed restrictions will be in place on Whangamata Road and Mata Place, so if you’re driving in the area … View more
Good luck to everyone competing in the Hoka One One Kinloch Offroad Challenge tomorrow!

The start line is located on Kenrigg Road with competitors getting under way between 7am and 9.45am. Speed restrictions will be in place on Whangamata Road and Mata Place, so if you’re driving in the area please take care.

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2646 days ago

The Great Kiwi Bee Count

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hi there neighbours, hope you're taking part! Here's the link.

2645 days ago

The Great Kiwi Bee Count: in pictures

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Most of us will never get THIS upclose with those buzzy pollinators, so we thought you might enjoy this gallery.

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2646 days ago

New flowers and vege varieties

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, here's a look at some new plants out in garden centres this month.

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