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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.
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New playgrounds on the way in Taupō
NewsFrom swings and slides to flying foxes and monkey bars, local community members have played a key role in upcoming playground renewals.
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Recycling Week: Keep Calm and Recycle
NewsGoing green benefits us now and in the future, and Taupō District Council has useful tips to help everyone improve their recycling efforts.
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Top prize for Taupō Airport
NewsTaupō Airport has taken home a prize from the prestigious New Zealand Airports Hui 2023.
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The Taupō Ultramarathon is back this Saturday 14 October
NewsThe course winds along the Great Lake Trails and is nothing short of breath-taking - literally. There are individual and team events, ranging from a 24km walk to a 100km run. Pretty epic!
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Tidy teamwork cleaning up the Taupō District
NewsThere was plenty of interest in the district’s recent Clean Up Week, with more than 1500 students in the Taupō District collecting a whopping 400kg of rubbish.
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Local legends celebrated with Mayoral Community Awards
NewsEvery thriving, connected community is built on a foundation of selfless people who work tirelessly to enhance the place they live.
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Shared love of art leads to Friends Who Paint exhibition
NewsA pair of artists are preparing to demonstrate what can be accomplished through a shared passion and friendship at Taupō Museum.
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Mayor David Trewavas has voted early and so can you!
NewsThere are four early voting stations open around the rohe making it super easy to have your say in the 2023 General Election.
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Cemeteries, alcohol control, and freedom camping bylaws adopted
NewsTaupō District Council has reviewed and adopted bylaws relating to alcohol control, cemeteries and freedom camping.
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New committee to oversee the future of Motutere Reserve
NewsTaupō District Council has committed to working with local hapū on the future management of a popular lakeside reserve.
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Supercars: Speeding into Taupō 2024
NewsTaupō District Mayor David Trewavas says locals and businesses are excited to welcome the Repco Supercars Championship to the district from 19 to 21 April 2024.
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Taupō District scoops three finals spots in 2023 Beautiful Awards
NewsTe Ātea has been selected as a finalist for Kiwis’ Choice, Tūrangi is a finalist in the Most Beautiful Small Town and Taupō in the Most Beautiful Large Town categories of the 2023 Beautiful Awards.
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School’s out! Spring into the holiday fun in Taupō District
NewsEnjoy a host of family-friendly activities these school holidays that'll put a real spring in your step.
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Canvassing the Central Plateau with Taupō Museum
NewsIf you have ever dreamed of seeing your artwork displayed in an exhibition and you are inspired by the Taupō District and Central Plateau, Taupō Museum has the opportunity for you.
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Tūwharetoa Taiopenga Kapa Haka Festival next week
NewsThe Taupō District proudly welcomes everyone for the annual Ngāti Tūwharetoa Taiopenga Kapa Haka Festival, from Tuesday 12 September to Thursday 14 September.
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Final stage of Taupō Town Centre Transformation approved
NewsThe final stage of the three-year Taupō Town Centre Transformation has been approved, with an overhead lighting feature planned for lower Tongariro Street and the entrance to Roberts Street.
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Make waste history: A wizard idea taking off in Taupō
NewsNever mind the roses, smell the coffee! Local cafés have joined the fight to reduce waste with the help of Waste Wizards, recent recipients of a Waste Minimisation Grant from Taupō District Council.
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Teach a woman to fish, she’ll make lifelong friends
NewsWomen anglers have found reel confidence at a fishing tournament, with help from a Taupō District Council Community Sports Grant.
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Be a paw-fect pet parent and control your pooch
NewsWhile a self-walking dog may seem like a good time-saver, it is important that dog owners in the Taupō District control their pets.
