Taupo Central, Taupo

2133 days ago

Road closures in Taupo during Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

The 2018 BDO Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is nearly here! To help keep everybody safe various road closures and detours will be in place in the Taupo CBD between noon on Friday, November 23 and 8.30pm on Saturday, November 24. Expect delays if you're travelling through town during this time.

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The 2018 BDO Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is nearly here! To help keep everybody safe various road closures and detours will be in place in the Taupo CBD between noon on Friday, November 23 and 8.30pm on Saturday, November 24. Expect delays if you're travelling through town during this time.

Road closures will also be in place on Poihipi Road, Whangamata Road and in Motuoapa on Saturday.

Please take extra care on the roads and keep an eye out for cyclists over the next few days.

See a full list of all road closures on our website here:

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2134 days ago

Poll: Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them… View moreWe need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 December. More information here.

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Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!
  • 16.2% 1) Riversdale Community House - Blenheim
    16.2% Complete
  • 6.1% 2) Belmont Centre - Auckland
    6.1% Complete
  • 6.7% 3) Churton Park Tennis and Recreational Club - Wellington
    6.7% Complete
  • 16.8% 4) Barnardos - Napier
    16.8% Complete
  • 10.6% 5) Ngataringa Organic Garden (NOG) - Auckland
    10.6% Complete
  • 43.7% 6) Maketu Volunteer Coastguard and Maketu Surf Club
    43.7% Complete
1450 votes
2135 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert - this Sunday!

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace … View more
A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace other emergency alerts, or the need to take action after natural warnings.

You still need to be prepared for an emergency and you should not wait to get an alert before you act. If you feel your life is in danger, don’t wait for an official warning. Take immediate action.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2135 days ago

Power back tonight, Transpower says

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Taupō's power should return tonight, Transpower says,
If it is not back by morning, Taupō District Council will put in place emergency centres for the community, Mayor David Trewavas says.

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2136 days ago

Power outage in Taupo - are you affected?

Reporter Taupō Times

A power cut has affected all of Taupo - we will update this post as we find out the latest information.

An 8.30am power cut in Taupō has left businesses and townsfolk waiting for the lights to come back on.

Unison lines company said the cut may originated at the Wairakei substation.

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A power cut has affected all of Taupo - we will update this post as we find out the latest information.

An 8.30am power cut in Taupō has left businesses and townsfolk waiting for the lights to come back on.

Unison lines company said the cut may originated at the Wairakei substation.

"Transpower staff are investigating an issue relating to an issue with a switchboard at their Wairakei substation," a post to Unison's Facebook page said at 10.05am. "They will provide us with an update as soon as they have completed their inspection."

Transpower operated the national power grid.

Kinloch and Reporoa are without power too. Turangi, Tokoroa, Mangakino and Whakamaru still have power. Taupō Hospital has back-up power systems and Taupō Airport has generators running to power guidance systems.

Read more here

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2136 days ago

Garden Diary 2019 early bird offer!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Use the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, … View moreUse the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, troubleshooting tips and delicious seasonal recipes so you can make the most of your homegrown harvests. Order before the official on-sale date for $11.90 (save $4). Early bird special price runs until November 25, 2018.

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2136 days ago

Need ham for Christmas?

Farmlands

Spend $1,000 in a single transaction on selected products at Farmlands and get a FREE half ham on the bone. Find out more!

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2137 days ago

ELECTRICAL WARRANT OF FITNESS INSPECTIONS

Allan from South Taupo

Beat the Christmas rush - Book a electrical inspection for your Motor Home or Caravan. Great rate.
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