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Water restrictions lifted
NewsWater restrictions put in place in Taupō, Waitahanui, Kinloch and Wairākei over the busy summer period have now been lifted.
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IT repairs on the menu at Taupō Repair Cafe
NewsTablet on the blink? Laptop on a go slow? Or is that smartphone not working so smartly? Ashley Cho IT have joined forces with Taupō Repair Cafe to breathe life into your broken IT equipment.
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Taupō District Councillor Park resigns
NewsTaupo District Council has today received the resignation of Councillor Anna Park.
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Ngāti Tūwharetoa & Taupō District Council come together under one roof
NewsToday marks a historic moment for the Taupō rohe as He Whare Hono ō Tūwharetoa officially opens its doors, bringing together Ngāti Tūwharetoa entities and Taupō District Council under one roof.
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Emergency Services Day is back and bigger and better than ever!
NewsAn action-packed event showcasing the incredible work of our emergency services is planned for Sunday 9 March at Kaimanawa Reserve in Taupō.
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Community grants now open for applications
NewsGot a project, activity, or event coming up that could do with some financial support? Apply for a community grant through Taupō District Council.
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IRONMAN New Zealand back for another huge weekend
NewsWhile not on the scale of the recent world event, this weekend’s ANZCO Foods IRONMAN New Zealand will still be a big and busy one on Saturday.
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Lake Terrace closed for Ironkidz Triathlon on Sunday
NewsThe always popular Wairakei Estate Ironkidz Triathlon is back this Sunday 23 February.
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Originair has touched down in Taupō
NewsThe inaugural Originair direct flight from Wellington received a warm Taupō District welcome at Taupō Airport this afternoon.
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Kinloch Triathlon Festival is back this weekend
NewsThe Kinloch Triathlon Festival is back this Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 February, with road closures to be in place to help keep everyone safe.
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Have your say about Tūrangi’s reserves
NewsFurther community feedback is being sought to help shape the development of a plan for the future management of Tūrangi reserves.
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Lyrical Waxing Continued... A collection of batik artworks by Ann Hay
NewsAward-winning and multi-talented artist Ann Hay’s Lyrical Waxing Continued… exhibition is an impressive display of batik artworks of animals and native birds.
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Timely upgrade for Taupō Events Centre stadium
NewsTaupō Events Centre opened more than three decades ago, and its multi-purpose stadium is now getting an upgrade so locals and visitors can enjoy it for many decades to come.
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Significant rain event in Taupō
NewsA significant rain event occurred in Taupō yesterday afternoon which resulted in surface flooding, slips, a tomo and an increase in volumes discharging through the Taupō Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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Opening hours and services on Waitangi Day 2025
NewsHere’s a few quick reminders about our opening hours and services on Waitangi Day, Thursday 6 February 2025.
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Celebrating whakapapa at heart of new Taupō Museum exhibition
News‘Toitū te Ariki, Toi Tūwharetoa, Ruia Taitea!’ The inaugural iwi-led art awards and exhibition honours the creativity, resilience, and innovation of Ngāti Tūwharetoa.
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Lock up your bike: Free locking and charging stations arrive in Taupō
NewsRoad bikes, mountain bikes, e-bikes, BMX bikes - no matter the bicycle, you can now lock up and charge for free in the Taupō CBD.
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Council opening hours and services on Auckland Anniversary
NewsHere are a few quick reminders about our services and opening hours on Auckland Anniversary, Monday 27 January:
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Get ready to rock with the Taupō Summer Concert this Saturday!
NewsThe Taupō Summer Concert returns this Saturday 25 January 2025 with hit makers Cold Chisel, Icehouse, Bic Runga and Everclear.
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Level 1 water restrictions in place for Taupō, Kinloch and Wairākei
NewsSprinklers may be used on alternate days only, using the odds and evens system based on your street address.
