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Acacia Bay Road water connection tracking well
NewsWork is progressing well on our project to connect Acacia Bay and Mapara residents to the Taupō town water supply.
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Turtle Pools to close for three days for repairs
NewsTo fix an issue with the heating unit at the Turangi Turtle Pools, the facility will be closed from 11am on Monday 26 July and reopen at 8.30am Thursday 29 July.
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New member for the Turangi-Tongariro Community Board
NewsTurangi-Tongariro Community Board’s newest member is Paula McRae. She will be sworn in at the next Community Board meeting in August.
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Downstream Defenders Fighting the Good Fight
NewsNewly installed stormwater separators have proven to be valuable addition to the district's infrastructure system.
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New Zealand's first Geothermal Week
NewsAt the end of this month the first ever New Zealand Geothermal Week will be hosted in Taupō.
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AC Baths private pools reopen after upgrade
NewsThe AC Baths private thermal pools are back open after an extensive upgrade.
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Applications for partnership agreements & grant distributors now open
NewsCommunity organisations and groups are invited to partner with council to deliver key outcomes for the Taupō District communities.
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An update on our fees and charges
NewsA new fees and charges schedule is now in place for the 2021/22 financial year.
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Applications for recreational activity on our reserves now open
NewsIf you’re hoping to operate a business from our reserves this summer, now’s the time to apply for a licence.
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Matariki ki Taupō (Matariki in Taupō)
NewsCelebrate Matariki in Taupō district at Whakanuia! An intimate evening of kapa haka and performing arts featuring Ngā Taikura ō Tūwharetoa and special guest Whirimako Black performing Sunday, July 11.
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Ngāti Tūrangitukua Māori Committee Ngāti Tūrangitukua Charitable Trust
NewsThe Ngāti Tūrangitukua Māori Committee and Ngāti Tūrangitukua Charitable Trust welcome the announcement of potential changes occurring as a part of the Taupō District Council representation review.
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Turangi locals helping to shape the town
NewsThe Turangi Street Revitalisation Project is making good progress – and Turangi locals are on the tools and helping to shape their town.
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Locals on the tools as part of Taupō Airport upgrade
NewsLocal contractors have been confirmed for the next stage of the upgrade to the Taupō Airport Terminal and the Airport carpark.
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Have your say on changes to Acacia Bay off lead dog areas
NewsTaupō District Council is encouraging residents to have their say on changes to off-lead dog areas in Acacia Bay.
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Representation review to determine council seats
NewsTaupō District Council is asking for residents and ratepayers’ feedback on its initial proposal for the district’s representation arrangements for the next two local government elections.
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Taupō District Council adopts Long-term Plan 2021-2031
NewsAfter considering 474 submissions and hearing from more than 50 individuals and organisations, Taupō District Council today adopted its Long-term Plan 2021-2031.
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Rising sewer main damaged in Waitahanui
NewsA rising sewer main has been damaged in Waitahanui this morning and there has been an overflow that could possibly have entered into the Waitahanui River.
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Horomatangi Street intersection next up for transformation
NewsWith work on the Paora Hapi / Titiraupenga St intersection nearly complete, our Downer team are now relocating to the Horomatangi St intersection for the next stage of the Town Centre Transformation.
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Turangi Street Revitalisation Project right on track
NewsWith tree felling and stump grinding on Hingaia Street completed by local contractors PKV, it's now time for our Downer team to step in and start pouring new kerbing and channelling.
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Dog registrations are due next week
NewsQuick reminder that it’s time to renew your dog registration. These are due by Thursday, July 1.
