Taupo Central, Taupo

2443 days ago

Stage Challenge axed after 24 years

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

The secondary school competition won't be returning for 2018.

Organisers say the cost of putting on productions has become too high.

However, dance teachers says new opportunities for students to shine will arise.

>> Tag a friend who you remember from a past Stage Challenge … View more
The secondary school competition won't be returning for 2018.

Organisers say the cost of putting on productions has become too high.

However, dance teachers says new opportunities for students to shine will arise.

>> Tag a friend who you remember from a past Stage Challenge event

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2443 days ago

Taupō Times Kids Activity Series

Tamara Thorn Reporter from Taupō Times

With Summer in full swing and students on holiday, we are wanting to know what your favorite thing to do in Taupō over the school holidays are. Let us know and you could be chosen for our new Kids activities series

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2443 days ago

Sign up and be in to WIN a $100 Prezzy Card!

ServiceIQ

Hi neighbours, if you know a school leaver searching for a career then this could be a big help. They could get a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail, retail supply chain or hospitality.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, if you know a school leaver searching for a career then this could be a big help. They could get a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail, retail supply chain or hospitality.

The Career Kick-Starter Guide created by ServiceIQ (industry training organisation for these exciting service sectors) helps them choose.

Sign up now to receive your free copy and go in the draw to WIN a $100 Prezzy Card!
Enter here

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2443 days ago

Home composting workshop

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Keen to minimise your green waste and save money in 2018? Try composting!

Come along to a Taupo District Council and Taupo Community Gardens workshop at 1.30pm Saturday, January 27.

Find out more and register at -

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2445 days ago

Tandem masters strip down for charity

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

Make sure you get your calendar and support a good cause.

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2445 days ago

Need finance to buy a hovercraft?

MTF Finance

Did you know that your local MTF office can help finance a whole host of things including forklifts and scissor lifts, towed farm machinery, tractor attachments, generators, mobile sawmills and even hovercraft? Learn more

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2448 days ago

Vintage Brass Plant Sprayer

Barbara from Nukuhau

Brass plant sprayer. As is. Never tried to work it.

Price: $10

2448 days ago

Our Neighbourhood events at Greenwich Green and Brice Street Reserve

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Don't miss out on these upcoming Our Neighbourhood events:

> Friday, 26 January, 4.30pm to 6pm: Greenwich Green.
> Thursday, 1 February, 4.30pm to 6pm: Brice Street Reserve.

Gather the whanau, come along and enjoy your neighbourhood reserve. Chill to local music and enjoy a great … View more
Don't miss out on these upcoming Our Neighbourhood events:

> Friday, 26 January, 4.30pm to 6pm: Greenwich Green.
> Thursday, 1 February, 4.30pm to 6pm: Brice Street Reserve.

Gather the whanau, come along and enjoy your neighbourhood reserve. Chill to local music and enjoy a great summer day together!

There will be a free sausage sizzle, face painting, lolly scramble, games and prizes and more!

Come along and meet Harold the Giraffe, have a go with Kids Bike Taupo and play on the bouncy castle.

Connect with your neighbours, relax and enjoy live entertainment from Lakeside Variety Country Music Club Taupo.

See you there!

Check out the posters or our website for more info.

2449 days ago

In need of a post-holiday, holiday?

Readers Rail Tours

Join us on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich culture of New Zealand and an experience of a lifetime from the comfort of a unique rail and coach tour. With two options this year, you can choose to explore the beauty of the deep South or the stunning scenic North.

North Island - … View more
Join us on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich culture of New Zealand and an experience of a lifetime from the comfort of a unique rail and coach tour. With two options this year, you can choose to explore the beauty of the deep South or the stunning scenic North.

North Island - presented by Sunday Star-Times
When: Saturday, 12 May - Friday, 26 May

South Island - presented by The Press
When: Thursday, 19 April - Wednesday, 2 May

Book now and be in to win one of five double-passes to an NZ House & Garden House tour of your choice. Simply quote "NEIGHBOURLY" when booking over the phone or online in the voucher section.
Find out more

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2450 days ago

Poll: Is enough care being taken?

Dan Hutchinson Reporter from Taupō Times

Are you satisfied enough is being done to prevent sewage spills into Lake Taupō, in light of the latest spill into Acacia Bay?

Is enough care being taken?
  • 7.7% Yes
    7.7% Complete
  • 92.3% No
    92.3% Complete
13 votes
2450 days ago

Wastewater spill

Dan Hutchinson Reporter from Taupō Times

Waste water [including sewage] has accidentally ended up in Acacia Bay after contractors forgot to turn the pumps back on. This is the latest of several incidents involving spills into Lake Taupō over the past year.

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