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2372 days ago

Suzhou delegates visit ahead of world-class exhibition at Taupo Museum

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

​Delegates from one of Taupo's sister cities, Suzhou, visited last week to help with preparations for the upcoming world-class exhibition Suzhou – Faith and Life.

The exhibition, which opens at Taupo Museum on August 31, features treasures from the Tang and Song Dynasties dating back to 618AD. It is the first time an exhibition of this age and significance has been hosted by Taupo Museum.

Delegates Mr Liu Ming and Ms Yao Yao from Suzhou Museum were here to check on the exhibition area. Due to the age and significance of the artefacts, humidity control and security measures are vitally important.

Library and museum manager Luisa Haines, said Mr Ming and Ms Yao were very happy with the arrangements in place. "The Suzhou Museum is one of the great international museums, and we are fortunate to have this unprecedented opportunity to share these ancient artefacts with our district. We are expecting visitors from all over New Zealand."

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6 days ago

Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.

When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?

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Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
  • 82.1% Yes
    82.1% Complete
  • 15.2% No
    15.2% Complete
  • 2.7% Other - I'll share below
    2.7% Complete
2334 votes
1 hour ago

New Zealand Red Cross - Taupō needs your help!

New Zealand Red Cross Midland from New Zealand Red Cross - Midland Area

Our Taupō Branch is looking for new members to join and become a part of the largest humanitarian organisation in the world.

By joining your local New Zealand Red Cross Branch you have the opportunity to;
- Make a difference by volunteering.
- Learn new skills.
- Meet new people and make friends.
- Use your skills to fundraise for to support our work in New Zealand and overseas.
- Lead your community to prepare for natural disasters.
- Help to run New Zealand Red Cross by getting involved in the Branch Committee or Area Council.


To join or find more information about membership and volunteering opportunities please vis our website or contact us on 0800REDCROSS

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15 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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