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Work begins on Kinloch water treatment plant
NewsPiling work at the new water treatment plant at 231 Kinloch Road begins next week.
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Road closures for triathlon in Kinloch this weekend
NewsThe Seven Oaks Kinloch Triathlon Festival is back this weekend, on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 February.
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Opening hours and services on Waitangi Day
NewsHere’s a few quick reminders about our opening hours and services on Waitangi Day, Tuesday 6 February 2024.
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Opening hours extended at Mangakino Community Pool
NewsThousands of you dived into Mangakino’s Community Pool over summer so we’re keeping it open longer!
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New museum exhibition looks back at Taupō’s first IRONMAN
NewsTake a step back in time to when one of Taupō’s most iconic events began with Taupō Museum’s IRON Taupō 1999 exhibition.
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Small changes to kerbside recycling
NewsFrom 1 February 2024 there are a few little changes being made to the way we recycle, in line with new nationwide guidelines introduced by the Ministry for the Environment.
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Powerboats return to Taupō for high-speed racing this weekend
NewsTaupō District Mayor David Trewavas says he is thrilled to welcome back competitive boats and racing to Lake Taupō this long weekend.
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Reminders for Auckland Anniversary Day
NewsHere’s a few quick reminders about our opening hours and services on Auckland Anniversary Day, Monday 29 January 2024.
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Do you have what it takes to be a lifeguard at one of our pools?
NewsThey're always there to keep a watchful eye on our pools - but we need more of 'em!
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Get ready to rock with the Taupō Summer Concert this Saturday!
NewsTaupō will host one of New Zealand's most highly anticipated summer festivals and hear stellar performances from sensational International acts.
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Meet the team: customer service officer Siahn
NewsMeet Siahn, one of our friendly customer service officers. You’ll often find her behind the counter at the AC Baths/Taupō Events Centre.
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Meet the team: water treatment lead Dwane
NewsMeet the team: every day, Dwane and the water treatment team ensure we have safe drinking water.
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Litter pick-up event nets New Year's haul
NewsVolunteers at our New Year’s Day Taupō Litter Pick-up collected a whopping 250kg of rubbish.
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Sunday Sessions at Te Ātea
NewsCome down to Taupō’s award winning lakefront space, Te Ātea, for live music, lawn games and good times.
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Taupō Museum hosts stunning space showcase
NewsThe latest interactive exhibition at Taupō Museum is truly out of this world.
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Community Ambassadors hit the streets
NewsTaupō’s new community ambasadors are out and about, helping locals and visitors alike to enjoy summer.
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A message from the Mayor
NewsOn behalf of the councillors and team at Taupō District Council, I wish you all the very best over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
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Big Bang Fireworks Display on New Year's Eve
NewsOn Sunday 31 December 2023, Taupō District Council in partnership with Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board and Temple Productions will be holding its annual New Year’s Eve Big Bang Firework Display.
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Help us stop the spread of gold clams
NewsWe need everyone, including visitors to the Taupō District, to play a part in stopping the spread of the invasive freshwater gold clam.
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Take care on the Waikato River this summer
NewsThe rise in popularity of river floats on the Waikato River at Taupō has sparked calls for people to be aware of the risks.
