Taupo Central, Taupo

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

869 days ago

Part-time Casual Housekeeping Positions Available

Neil from Taupo Central

We have a number of Housekeeping roles available at our Small Lodge in Acacia Bay Taupo. You can choose to work either days or evenings, weekdays or weekends. We pay above the living wage and provide a small fuel allowance to help with petrol costs.

We are looking for staff to start in October… View more
We have a number of Housekeeping roles available at our Small Lodge in Acacia Bay Taupo. You can choose to work either days or evenings, weekdays or weekends. We pay above the living wage and provide a small fuel allowance to help with petrol costs.

We are looking for staff to start in October and work regularly until the end of May.

To find out more about these roles, please contact Neil on 0272522151

870 days ago

Do you have a great asparagus recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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870 days ago

Subscribe to Stuff's First Time Buyer's Club

Stuff

Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View more
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.

We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.

Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
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872 days ago

Aged terracotta pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

It’s easy to age a brand new terracotta pot using Karen Walker Chalk Colour and Vintage Wax from Resene.
Find out how to create your own.

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873 days ago

The local elections are coming up!

Orange Guy from Electoral Commission

The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.

Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
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874 days ago

Antique lamp

Robyn from South Taupo

Converted to electric over 50 yrs ago .

Price: $250

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874 days ago

Taupō District Council receives A grade from CouncilMARK

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Taupō District Council is heading in the right direction despite significant challenges relating to population growth and the Covid-19 pandemic, an independent assessment report has shown.

Council received a CouncilMARK grading of ‘A’ last month, an improvement from the ‘BBB’ rating in … View more
Taupō District Council is heading in the right direction despite significant challenges relating to population growth and the Covid-19 pandemic, an independent assessment report has shown.

Council received a CouncilMARK grading of ‘A’ last month, an improvement from the ‘BBB’ rating in our first assessment in 2018. The latest on-site assessment was conducted in April this year.

The CouncilMARK programme, developed by Local Government New Zealand, is designed to improve the public's knowledge of the work councils are doing in their communities and to support individual councils to further improve the service and value they provide.

Find out more and read the full report at the link below.

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875 days ago

Come and take a look!

Wintec

Wintec Open Day welcomes people from around the rohe and beyond to our City and Rotokauri campuses.

This whānau-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to explore our courses, meet our tutors, tour our campuses, discover our student support services, visit our on-site accommodation, and even… View more
Wintec Open Day welcomes people from around the rohe and beyond to our City and Rotokauri campuses.

This whānau-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to explore our courses, meet our tutors, tour our campuses, discover our student support services, visit our on-site accommodation, and even enrol on the day!

There will be free kai, games, prizes, and interactive activities across both campuses.
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875 days ago

Bring Hope to the table!

Life

It’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner … View moreIt’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner meals over a week.

For just $40 you’re not only providing food essentials and treats but you’re also giving hope to families in need.

To sponsor a box, go to christmasbox.co.nz.
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876 days ago

Hamilton Blues Society NZ Inc 2001

Hamilton Blues Society

Hi neighbours - it's Dean here from HBS NZ to let you know that blues music is alive and well at Biddy Mulligan's with HBS having two events each month, each is FREE. On the second Thursday of the month Blues Night from 7pm in Biddy's back bar, and on the fourth Sunday of the month, … View moreHi neighbours - it's Dean here from HBS NZ to let you know that blues music is alive and well at Biddy Mulligan's with HBS having two events each month, each is FREE. On the second Thursday of the month Blues Night from 7pm in Biddy's back bar, and on the fourth Sunday of the month, Afternoon Blues from 1pm in Biddy's front bar (2pm with daylight saving).

The standard of musicianship is very high (You Tube 'Blues Night Out'). Interested, check our Facebook page or website.

Dean McGaveston
Chair HBS NZ
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876 days ago

Love to Dance - A Ryman Healthcare Grant

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up… View more
Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up for grabs.

Receive one of three $5,000 grants to spend on equipment, transport, costumes or anything you need to support your community’s love of dance.

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877 days ago

Check your freezer stash...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

George Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd is recalling specific batches of various Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal and Oatilicious breads as the products may contain foreign matter (plastic).

This recall affects loaves of bread with the Best Before Date of 26JUL22 in these products:
Tip Top brand … View more
George Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd is recalling specific batches of various Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal and Oatilicious breads as the products may contain foreign matter (plastic).

This recall affects loaves of bread with the Best Before Date of 26JUL22 in these products:
Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal Sandwich (700g)
Tip Top brand Supersoft Wholemeal Toast (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Sandwich (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Toast (700g)
Tip Top brand Oatilicious Super Thick (700g)

There have been no reports of associated injury but consumers are being advised not to eat these products. If you have concerns about your health after consuming this bread, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a replacement or full refund, and direct any questions to George Weston Foods (NZ) Ltd by phone - 0800 449 660.

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877 days ago

Take a Seat in the Waikato Regional Theatre!

Momentum Waikato

Momentum Waikato has launched the Take a Seat campaign – your chance to support the new Waikato Regional Theatre, the exciting new performing arts centre being built in the South End of Hamilton’s CBD.

Donate $1500 to the Theatre and you or your family’s name, or your business or group’s… View more
Momentum Waikato has launched the Take a Seat campaign – your chance to support the new Waikato Regional Theatre, the exciting new performing arts centre being built in the South End of Hamilton’s CBD.

Donate $1500 to the Theatre and you or your family’s name, or your business or group’s title, will be displayed on a seat in its auditorium.

If you support this exciting vision and you live anywhere in the Waikato, then please do Take a Seat in the new Waikato Regional Theatre!

Click Take A Seat to find out more.
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879 days ago

Re-energise your morning with the Sunday Star-Times

Mags4gifts

Enjoy an Antipodes skincare duo (RRP$50) when you purchase a three-month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for just $52.

Subscribe at mags4gifts.co.nz/antipodes Terms and Conditions apply.
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879 days ago

Fence and trellis

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

It’s easy to give an old fence and trellis a new lease of life with Resene Waterborne Woodsman.

Find out how to create your own.

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