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1885 days ago

Taupō customer experience among best in the country

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Taupō District Council has been named one of the top council’s in the country for customer experience.

The council’s customer services team took out second place in the Customer Experience Award, presented as part of the 2019 Association of Local Government Information Management (ALGIM) … View more
Taupō District Council has been named one of the top council’s in the country for customer experience.

The council’s customer services team took out second place in the Customer Experience Award, presented as part of the 2019 Association of Local Government Information Management (ALGIM) Spring Conference.

The awards were judged on a mystery shopper's experience that anonymously assessed customer services and responses.

Head of communications and customer relations Lisa Nairne said the award confirmed the team’s commitment to excellent customer service.

“The community is always at the forefront of everything we do and to be recognised so highly – out of 78 local authorities across the country – is a great achievement.”

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1885 days ago

Colouring isn't just for kids! 🖍

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Mindful colouring has been proven to help reduce stress and anxiety and induce a meditative-like state in adults too.

Help scribble your worries away with this free community-inspired colouring sheet to give your brain a creative boost.

#NSNZmentalhealth

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1885 days ago

What veges do you grow in pots and containers?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Our gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and … View moreOur gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and any practical advice you would pass on to ensure a great result with that crop, and any secret tips you are prepared to pass on! If your tip is used in the magazine, you'll receive a free copy... And of course the glory of being in New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine! Click on this link to send us your best tip!

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1886 days ago

Exhibition to showcase artwork from Tongariro Prison

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

A new exhibition at Taupō Museum showcases the artwork created by prisoners of Tongariro Prison.

The “From the Inside – Mai i Roto” exhibition runs from Saturday, September 28 to Monday, November 4 and came about after an artwork from the prison was entered in last year’s Dog Show … View more
A new exhibition at Taupō Museum showcases the artwork created by prisoners of Tongariro Prison.

The “From the Inside – Mai i Roto” exhibition runs from Saturday, September 28 to Monday, November 4 and came about after an artwork from the prison was entered in last year’s Dog Show exhibition. Museum Exhibition officer Kerence Stephen said the museum had worked with Arts Access New Zealand to invite entries from Prison’s across New Zealand and the Dog Show entry started a relationship with the Department of Corrections.

Read the full story here:

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1886 days ago

Spring has Sprung exhibition comes to Taupō Museum

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

An exhibition of work by members of the Taupō Embroiderers’ Guild comes to the museum from September 21 – October 28.

Visitors to the exhibition will be able to learn more about the craft and vote for their favourite piece.

To mark the opening of the exhibition, members will be holding a … View more
An exhibition of work by members of the Taupō Embroiderers’ Guild comes to the museum from September 21 – October 28.

Visitors to the exhibition will be able to learn more about the craft and vote for their favourite piece.

To mark the opening of the exhibition, members will be holding a ‘stitch-in’ in the gallery from 11am – 2pm on Saturday September 21 where visitors will be treated to a variety of embroideries in progress. Further embroidery ‘stich-in’s’ will be held at the gallery on October 19 and 26 from 10.30am.

Read the full story here:

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1886 days ago

Our kids can't escape advertising - What should be done?

Reporter Taupō Times

Our children are being exposed to an average of 46 ads for unhealthy products every day (27 junk food, 12 alcohol, and seven gambling).

These things are the leading causes of cancer, obesity, diabetes, mental illness and many social harms.

Should our Government be doing more to protect our … View more
Our children are being exposed to an average of 46 ads for unhealthy products every day (27 junk food, 12 alcohol, and seven gambling).

These things are the leading causes of cancer, obesity, diabetes, mental illness and many social harms.

Should our Government be doing more to protect our children from this advertising? What should be done?

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1886 days ago

Spring Deal

Christine Robb from Lava Glass Café

Buy any item over $18 from our delicious Lava Glass Café blackboard menu and receive FREE ENTRY into our glassblowing studio* and sculpture garden. That means you save $15.00 per person in admission fees. This great offer is valid weekdays in September 2019.
*Glassblowing is subject to … View more
Buy any item over $18 from our delicious Lava Glass Café blackboard menu and receive FREE ENTRY into our glassblowing studio* and sculpture garden. That means you save $15.00 per person in admission fees. This great offer is valid weekdays in September 2019.
*Glassblowing is subject to availability.

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1887 days ago

Poll: Did you enjoy the giant Big Fresh fruits and veges?

Reporter Taupō Times

People either loved them or hated them, and now they're up for sale.

The giant 1990's Big Fresh Supermarket fruits and veges are up on Trade Me, with over 700 people adding them to their watchlist.

Did you enjoy seeing them on your grocery shopping outing?

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Did you enjoy the giant Big Fresh fruits and veges?
  • 42.9% Yes, I loved seeing them!
    42.9% Complete
  • 0% No way, they were terrifying
    0% Complete
  • 57.1% I didn't even notice them
    57.1% Complete
7 votes
1887 days ago

New blog post: Neighbourly in the news!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.

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1887 days ago

Poll: Do you intend to vote in the upcoming local council elections?

Neighbourly.co.nz

It will soon be time to have your say on who represents your community by voting in the 2019 local elections. Do you intend to vote?

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Do you intend to vote in the upcoming local council elections?
  • 66.5% Yes definitely, democracy is vital
    66.5% Complete
  • 24.8% Maybe, I'm struggling to find anyone I want to vote for
    24.8% Complete
  • 8.7% No, I just can't be bothered with local councils
    8.7% Complete
1610 votes
1887 days ago

Become a Dementia Friend

Alzheimers NZ

Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?

September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends … View more
Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?

September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends worldwide. So why not you?

Learn how you can help in simple and small ways. Wear a badge. Take time to listen. Pop over for a cuppa. It only takes 20 minutes online.

Show your support and help people with dementia to live well too. Join Dementia Friends today.
Learn More

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1888 days ago

Local Council Elections 2019

Mowenna (mo) from Taupo Central

One more week to go until we start to receive our voting papers in the mail (20th to 25th September).

Hi I’m Mo, first-time candidate running for Taupō District Council. You may have seen my profile in the Taupō & Tūrangi Weekender on Thursday. I wanted to let you know a little more … View more
One more week to go until we start to receive our voting papers in the mail (20th to 25th September).

Hi I’m Mo, first-time candidate running for Taupō District Council. You may have seen my profile in the Taupō & Tūrangi Weekender on Thursday. I wanted to let you know a little more about what I stand for, which is:
• Inclusivity – meeting the needs of our entire district, diverse in culture and perspective.
• Protection of our environment - restoring green spaces and waterways and promoting green initiatives.
• Ensuring future generations are not overburdened with meeting the cost of living in our beautiful district.
• Prioritisation of spending on essential services – tackling infrastructure issues before entering into other large-scale financial commitments.
• Better communication - between Council and our community.
• A more representative council - younger voice, fresh perspective, free from ties to big business.

Please get in touch if you have any questions for me. I’d love to hear from you.

mo.harding@outlook.com and on Facebook www.facebook.com...

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