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Council resolves to respond to central government on reform
NewsMedia ReleasesTaupō District Council has today expressed its strong opposition to being included in a Head Start outline proposal for a Western Waikato Unitary Authority.
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Help shape the future of our recreation reserves
NewsMedia ReleasesTaupō District is lucky to be blessed with many beautiful reserves; and every one of them has a different role.
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Stories carved in wood: two new exhibitions open at Taupō Museum
NewsMedia ReleasesTwo new exhibitions opening at Taupō Museum on 15 August bring together four artists working in very different ways, but all connected by a single, timeless material: wood.
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Local government reform update from Mayor John Funnell
NewsA message for the Taupō District community from Mayor John Funnell, with an update on local government reform.
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Taupō District Council resolves not to put in Head Start proposal
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Taupō District Mayor and councillors have resolved today not to put in a Head Start amalgamation proposal.
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Council pays tribute to former District Mayor David Trewavas
NewsMedia ReleasesIt is with great sadness that Taupō District Council acknowledges the passing of former Taupō District Mayor David Trewavas, whose dedicated service to the district spanned 24 years.
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Taupō Marathon: all you need to know for this weekend
NewsA huge welcome to everybody coming to the district for the 2026 Taupō Marathon.
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Temporary closure for Mangakino Customer Service Centre and Library
NewsThe Mangakino Customer Service Centre and Library will be closed from 30 July until Tuesday 18 August for asbestos removal.
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Taupō District Council meeting to discuss reform options next week
NewsMedia ReleasesTaupō District Council will meet next Tuesday at 10.15am to discuss the council’s options for local government reform and make a final decision on which option it wishes to pursue.
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Co-Governance Committee Co-Chairs commit to ongoing relationship
NewsMedia ReleasesTūrangi Co-Governance Committee Co-Chairs Te Wharau Walker Junior and Taupō District Mayor John Funnell have committed to continuing to work together for betterment of the Tūrangi community.
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Expect breath and drug testing anytime, anywhere
NewsDrivers can expect to see more breath and drug testing stops, alongside advertising and education initiatives, as part of ongoing efforts to reduce harm on our roads.
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Council continues exploring Head Start options
NewsMedia ReleasesTaupō District Council has moved its Head Start council meeting back a week to allow further time to pull together the complex financial and non-financial information needed to analyse each option.
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Stormwater network improvements underway
NewsWith winter upon us, our stormwater network is receiving a timely boost.
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Taupō District Council to investigate four options for reform
NewsMedia ReleasesTaupō District Council will do a deep dive into four different options for local government reform before it decides whether to submit an amalgamation proposal to Central Government.
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Taupō District Council adopts its Annual Plan
NewsMedia ReleasesTaupō District Council has today adopted its Annual Plan for the 2026/27 year.
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Finish line in sight on Hawai Reserve
NewsThe project to install stormwater bunds on Hawai Reserve is nearly done!
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Community concerned about timeframe for local government reform
NewsMedia ReleasesA community survey on local government reform has found many respondents are unsure about the Government’s reasons for reform and concerned about the tight timeframe to submit amalgamation proposals.
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Award for innovative collaboration to solve housing shortage
NewsMedia ReleasesLocal consortium recognised at 2026 LGFA Taituarā Local Government Excellence Awards when Taupō District Council won the Morrison Low Advisory Award for Excellence in Collaborating for Results.
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Treat your dog to a mint-green registration tag
NewsIf you own a dog, make sure its registration is up to date before 1 July each year.
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Good progress on Roberts/Tīitīraupenga intersection
NewsWork is progressing well on safety improvements being made to the Roberts St/Tītīraupenga St intersection.
