Taupo Central, Taupo

2604 days ago

Poll: Best road to fix?

Reporter Taupō Times

Two people have died on the East Taupo Arterial Road, between the Wairakei roundabout and the SH5 Napier-Taupo Road roundabout, since it was build in 2009.
The Govt will be widening the road and adding safety barriers in October, at a cost of $7 million.
>> Do you think this is a necessary… View more
Two people have died on the East Taupo Arterial Road, between the Wairakei roundabout and the SH5 Napier-Taupo Road roundabout, since it was build in 2009.
The Govt will be widening the road and adding safety barriers in October, at a cost of $7 million.
>> Do you think this is a necessary upgrade?

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Best road to fix?
  • 4.8% Yes, the Bypass can be dangerous, another lane would be great
    4.8% Complete
  • 58.1% No, spend the money on another part of SH1, it's a waste of money
    58.1% Complete
  • 21% No, focus on another part of the State Highway
    21% Complete
  • 16.1% No, the roads are fine.
    16.1% Complete
62 votes
2598 days ago

Former head boy inspired many

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

Gabriel Wharehinga will be remembered by the Taupo community - especially at his second home; the drama room of Taupo-Nui-a-Tia.

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2598 days ago

Attention first home builders! Our experts are here to help

The Team from Jennian Homes

Most new home builders have a long list of questions...what building materials should we use? How can we include energy-saving features? How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined? How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?

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Most new home builders have a long list of questions...what building materials should we use? How can we include energy-saving features? How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined? How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?

Questions like these are exactly the sort of questions we answer at our FREE Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions. We invite you to come along, meet your local Jennian team and join us for an informative evening which will cover off these common questions and more.

Want to find out the answer to these key topics and more? Book a FREE complimentary seat at our next info session in your area.
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2603 days ago

Road safety

Tamara Thorn Reporter from Taupō Times

Parents are concerned and frustrated after a car accident took place Monday, something they feel should not have happened.

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2602 days ago

Council and DoC to come together in Turangi

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

​​Taupo District Council's Turangi office will undergo a refit over the coming months in preparation for Department of Conservation staff to move into the building later this year.

While the work is taking place, Turangi Service Centre staff will move temporarily to Turangi Library … View more
​​Taupo District Council's Turangi office will undergo a refit over the coming months in preparation for Department of Conservation staff to move into the building later this year.

While the work is taking place, Turangi Service Centre staff will move temporarily to Turangi Library where of all the usual council services will be available to the community.

Read more here -

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2602 days ago

'Just a mum'

Tamara Thorn Reporter from Taupō Times

Taupo mum takes on social media's big names. 'Just a mum' has been nominated for the New Zealand Social Media Awards, going up against well known Nadia Lim.

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2602 days ago

Get fit & healthy and WIN a free Fitbit!

SuperValue New Zealand

Exercising doesn't have to be a slog! You can make getting fit and healthy great fun, especially doing it with your best bud! Click through to SuperValue's Facebook page and TAG a fitness buddy to go in the draw to WIN a Fitbit for you and your friend. Tag a friend and win!

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2604 days ago

Free winter driving packs

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

We’ve got more free winter driving packs up for grabs! Pop into one of our offices to pick up a pack with an ice-scraper, tyre tread checker and a few other goodies. Drive to the conditions everyone!

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2605 days ago

Qualmark rating retained at Great Lake Centre

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Taupo's Great Lake Centre has retained its four star Qualmark rating, this time with an updated set of criteria that more closely scrutinises the operation.

Qualmark is New Zealand's tourism quality assurance organisation, which aims to makes it easy for travellers to select high … View more
Taupo's Great Lake Centre has retained its four star Qualmark rating, this time with an updated set of criteria that more closely scrutinises the operation.

Qualmark is New Zealand's tourism quality assurance organisation, which aims to makes it easy for travellers to select high quality places to stay, things to do, and ways to get around.

The four star rating means the Great Lake Centre can continue to carry the Qualmark symbol on its promotional material and indicates it is held in high regard within corporate conferencing circles.

Read more here -

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2605 days ago

Interesting posts we've seen this month!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A chicken apocalypse in Levin, a furry glove thief in Woolston and a bit of graffiti-proof kiwi ingenuity in Dunedin.

We've found a small selection of goodies from this month that we just couldn't help but share with you all. Click on the titles to see the original posts!

Did you … View more
A chicken apocalypse in Levin, a furry glove thief in Woolston and a bit of graffiti-proof kiwi ingenuity in Dunedin.

We've found a small selection of goodies from this month that we just couldn't help but share with you all. Click on the titles to see the original posts!

Did you know that you can browse posts from neighbourhoods across the country on our Public Notices tab? Any content shared to these public pages are posts that have been made with the "Public Post" box ticked.

2605 days ago

Summer concert tour artists have now been named

Dan Hutchinson Reporter from Taupō Times

Alanis Morissette and Colin Hay, from Men At Work, will feature at the Taupo Summer Concert.
The January concert will also feature George Thorogood & The Destroyers.

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2606 days ago

Personal and specialized Holiday Property Management for Taupo Holiday Homes

Viola from Taupo Central

Do you own a holiday house in Taupo? Are you renting it out or would like to rent it out but don't have the time and energy to manage it yourself? Give me a call or email (021 0252 1343 or viola.schoettle@gmail.com) and have a look on my website : www.spotontaupo.com... to see what we offer … View moreDo you own a holiday house in Taupo? Are you renting it out or would like to rent it out but don't have the time and energy to manage it yourself? Give me a call or email (021 0252 1343 or viola.schoettle@gmail.com) and have a look on my website : www.spotontaupo.com... to see what we offer and how we differ ourselves from all the other holiday property management businesses in town! :) I am looking forward to hear from you!

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