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Loving our stormwater gullies
NewsThe many gullies in the Taupō District, particularly those in urban areas, play an important role in stormwater management.
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Tūrangi Dambusters on the road with help from Taupō District Council
NewsIn Tūrangi, rugby league players are part of an incredible legacy. Founded half a century ago, the Tūrangi Dambusters Rugby League Club boasts four generations of players involved today.
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New and improved Taupō Skatepark now open
NewsThe Taupō Skatepark redevelopment is now complete and ready for skaters to grind, olly, and kickflip to their heart's content.
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Changes to Taupō traffic light sequences
NewsOur lakefront upgrade is virtually complete and we’re looking forward to celebrating the summer down at Te Ātea!
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Conserve water notice for Kinloch and Whakaroa residents lifted
NewsThe Conserve Water Notice for Kinloch and Whakaroa has been lifted.
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Decision released on plan change to allow greater building coverage
NewsA proposed plan change by the Taupō District Council will allow for increased building coverage on residential properties and reduce the amount of red tape for homeowners to deal with.
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Leisure pool at AC Baths temporarily closed
NewsThe AC Baths leisure pool has been temporarily closed due to a malfunction with a pool liner.
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Have your say on the Motutere Reserve Management Plan
NewsTaupō District Council is reviewing the Motutere Reserve Management Plan and wants to hear the community’s views and suggestions.
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Road closures for 2023 IRONMAN 70.3 Taupō
NewsThe legendary IRONMAN 70.3 is racing into Taupō this Saturday 9 December 2023, with both the event village and finish line situated on Kaimanawa Reserve.
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Road closures for 2023 Santa Parade
NewsIt’s time to step into Christmas this Saturday 2 December with the festive Tremains Santa Parade!
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Biosecurity rule for Wake Boats on Waikato River
NewsBiosecurity New Zealand has put in place a new rule, called a Controlled Area Notice (CAN), for wake boats used on a stretch of the Waikato River.
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Look after the place we love: Skatepark vandalism disappointing
NewsTaupō Skatepark will soon be a safer and more skateable facility thanks to some important upgrades, but only if contractors can have the time and space they need to do their jobs.
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Road closures for Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge
NewsLake Taupō Cycle Challenge is taking place on Saturday 25 November and temporary road and lane closures will be in place across many areas of the district.
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Taupō District Council’s award-winning customer service
NewsTaupō District Council’s customer relationship experience received national recognition this week.
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Tradie Breakfasts: Wiping out waste
NewsStart your day with a free coffee, served with a side of expert knowledge in reducing waste, at the Tradie Breakfast series.
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Taupō wins Supreme Award at Beautiful Awards 2023
NewsTaupō District Mayor David Trewavas says he’s absolutely delighted after Taupō town won the Supreme Towns & Cities Award at the Beautiful Awards in Wellington last night.
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Taupō District Council general manager named Future Director of LGFA
NewsTaupo District Council’s general manager organisation performance Sarah Matthews has been named a Future Director of the Local Government Funding Agency.
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Harold the giraffe reaches new heights with our help
NewsLife Education Trust’s Harold the giraffe, a childhood staple for more than 30 years, has received a helping hand from Taupō District Council.
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Council welcomes Ombudsman's report
NewsTaupō District Council welcomes the Ombudsman’s positive report into its meeting and workshop practices and accepts the report’s findings.
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Final stage of Taupō Town Centre Transformation underway
NewsThe final piece of work for the Taupō Town Centre Transformation gets underway next week.
