News
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CATalogue coming to Taupō Museum
NewsFollowing the award-winning success of The Dog Show exhibition in 2018, Taupō Museum proudly presents CATalogue, a cat-themed exhibition running from July 6 – August 12.
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Margaret Sweeney Challenge coming to Taupō
NewsThe Turangi Turtle Pools’ popular swimming challenge will now also be held at the AC Baths.
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Capacity boost for water treatment plant
NewsTaupō’s water treatment plant on Lake Terrace is to have its capacity increased from 25 million litres to 30 million litres per day.
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Expressions of interest sought from market operators
NewsTaupō District Council is to seek expressions of interest from parties interested in running a market in Taupō after the current lease expires at the end of the year.
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Where would we be without our library volunteers?
NewsIt is said ‘many hands make light work’, and this is certainly the case at Taupō Library. This week is National Volunteer Week, and the library in Taupō is celebrating the many people who help out.
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Candidates’ sessions scheduled for upcoming elections
NewsBudding local body politicians can find out more about standing for Taupō District Council or Waikato Regional Council at a series of information sessions early next month.
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Experienced tourism operators join Destination Great Lake Taupō Board
NewsOne new appointment and one re-appointment to the Destination Great Lake Taupō Board of Trustees have been announced.
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Asbestos discovered in Turangi Transfer Station concrete pile
NewsThe discovery of asbestos in a concrete pile at Turangi Transfer Station has prompted calls for people to be mindful of what they are disposing and to follow proper procedures.
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Safety improvements for Whangamata Road
NewsWork is set to begin on a section of rural Whangamata Road to improve drainage until more safety measures can be undertaken later this year.
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Council backs Vote 2019 campaign
NewsTaupō District Council has confirmed its participation in the LGNZ Vote 2019 campaign to lift nationwide voter turnout in local elections and increase people’s engagement with their local councils.
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Lighting improvements at Hickling Park
NewsThe playing environment on the lower field of Hickling Park has improved this week with the installation of new LED lighting to illuminate the field after dusk.
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Aquatic climbing wall for Turtle Pools
NewsA new aquatic climbing wall is set to be the latest addition to Turangi’s popular Turtle Pools – and it’s set to be a hit with adults and children alike when it’s installed later this month.
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Council confirms building on Tuwharetoa Street and new museum
NewsTaupō District Council has confirmed its preferred option to build its new administration building at 61-67 Tuwharetoa Street.
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Electric scooters to go on trial in Taupō
NewsElectric scooters for hire will be trialled in Taupō town centre from next month after Taupō District Council approved the proposal at its May council meeting.
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It’s time to register your dog
NewsDog registration forms are being sent out next week so you will be able to register your pooch (or pooches) for the 2019-2020 year.
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Detours to aid Norman Smith Street work
NewsOvernight detours will be in place around the Norman Smith Street and Wairakei Drive intersection from Monday night as the next phase of traffic improvements gets underway.
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Widening work on Poihipi Road complete but more seal to come
NewsContractors have completed the widening work on Poihipi Road between Oruanui Road and Mapara Road for this construction season, but more work is planned for summer.
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Taupō airport manager retires
NewsTaupō airport manager Michael Groome is standing down after 12 years in the role.
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Waitahanui water supply goes online
NewsWaitahanui’s new water supply is officially online and residents can now connect to the scheme.
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Whakapapa quilts: finding connections, empowerment and hope
NewsTaupō Museum is hosting an exhibition by Maungarongo Te Kawa (Ngāti Porou), an artist, storyteller, quilter and fashion designer.
