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New hard court surfaces throughout Taupō District
NewsTennis, netball and basketball lovers, a recent Taupō District Council project is helping you take your game to the next level.
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Easter opening hours at council facilities
NewsTake a look at the opening hours at our facilities over the Easter break.
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Taupō’s first Regional Destination Management Plan launched
NewsTe Ihirangi, the Taupō Regional Destination Management Plan, represents a new dawn in tourism planning.
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Call for community feedback to help shape draft Annual Plan 2023-24
NewsThe draft Annual Plan 2023-24 is the third year of the council's Long-term Plan. It details the activities the council intends to carry out over the coming financial year.
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Dino brings Art for Art’s Sake to Taupō Museum
NewsTaupō Museum’s newest exhibition Art for Art’s Sake is sure to have something for everyone as Dean Stebbing (Dino) displays his latest collection of unique drawings and paintings.
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April school activities in the Taupō District
NewsAh school holidays, every child’s dream, and parent’s nightmare... Kia Kaha! We can get through this together. Here’s some free or cheap ideas to keep everyone entertained this April.
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$16,000 raised for cyclone-hit neighbours
NewsThe Taupō District community has shown its generosity through donating to the Mayoral Relief Fund to help some of our neighbours in Hawke’s Bay deal with the impact of Cyclone Gabrielle.
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Earlier closing time on weekdays to continue at AC Baths
NewsThe earlier closing time of 7pm on weekdays at the AC Baths that’s been in place over February and March will be extended until the end of May 2023 due to a shortage of available lifeguards.
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The Thrill of Flying lands at Taupō Museum
NewsAward-winning potter Fiona Tunnicliffe will present another group of exciting creations at the Taupō Museum as part of her Thrill of Flying exhibition, opening on Saturday 1 April.
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Taupō District Plan changes open for further submissions
NewsFurther submissions are now open on a series of changes to the Taupō District Plan.
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Some forests remain closed due to Cyclone Gabrielle
NewsWith safety paramount, Taupō District Council is reminding residents and visitors to the district that some forests remain closed due to the extensive damage caused by Cyclone Gabrielle.
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New speed limits: Getting to school just got safer
NewsIn an effort to ensure children are safe to walk, bike, or scooter to school, Taupō District Council is introducing lower speed limits of 30km/h around many of the district’s schools.
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Taupō Town Centre Transformation officially opened
NewsThe Taupō Town Centre Transformation (TTCT) project and new Airport Terminal have been blessed by local hapu and officially opened.
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Discy business: Sharing disc golf with schools thanks to grant
NewsTaupō Disc Golf Club has been equipping young people from Taupō with skills and techniques to help them play a great game.
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Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge have waste management practices tied down
NewsCycle Challenge was one of the six recipients of a Waste Minimisation Fund Grant which provide funding to individuals, community groups and organisations with innovative ideas to minimise waste.
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Former mayor Joan Williamson ‘left a huge mark’ on the Taupō District
NewsTaupō District Mayor David Trewavas has paid tribute to the district’s first mayor Joan Williamson QSO JP, who died yesterday afternoon aged 92.
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New era of partnership for Tūrangi
NewsThe inaugural meeting of the newly established Tūrangi Co-Governance Committee, created by Mana Whakahono partners Ngāti Tūrangitukua and Taupō District Council, was held on Wednesday 1 March.
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Work begins on new weighbridge at Tūrangi Transfer Station
NewsOur contractors Atrax Group NZ and TR Construction have kicked off work on the new weighbridge, which should be operational by early May.
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The iconic IRONMAN New Zealand race is back in Taupō this weekend!
NewsThe main race day is Saturday 4 March, but please be aware of the various road closures that will be in effect at times between 7am Friday 3 March to 2.30am Sunday 5 March.
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Census information helps Taupō District plan ahead
NewsTaupō District Council is asking locals to help it plan for the future by ensuring they join in Census Day on Tuesday 7 March.
