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Have your say on proposed changes to Development Contributions Policy
NewsTaupō District Council is asking the community to have its say on three amendments to its Development Contributions Policy.
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Council announces community representation arrangements
NewsTaupō District Council has confirmed arrangements to support local representation and strengthen how elected members connect with communities across the district.
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Council confirms draft financial direction for 2026/27 Annual Plan
NewsMedia ReleasesTaupō District Council has confirmed its draft financial direction for the 2026/27 Annual Plan, with a proposed average rates increase of 6.6 per cent, including water services.
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Recycle-o-Saurus roars into Taupō Museum
NewsMedia ReleasesA new, dino‑themed exhibition made from recycled materials is set to delight visitors at Taupō Museum these school holidays.
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Easter weekend opening hours
NewsHere's a quick summary of the opening hours at our facilities over the Easter long weekend.
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AC Baths: A pool where everyone feels valued
NewsThe Special Olympics Taupō team train at the AC Baths. Four of the swim team qualified for the Special Olympics NZ National Summer Games.
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Get ready for Supercars action this April
NewsSupercars is bringing more than just racing to Taupō! Expect competitions, Track to Town and plenty of activities to keep the whole whānau entertained.
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Motuoapa Water Treatment Plant taking shape
NewsThe foundations are down, the building is done and now the fit out of process equipment, tanks, filter membranes and UV disinfection units is underway at the new Motuoapa water treatment plant.
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Wairakei Drive resealing work starts Monday
NewsWork to reseal sections of Wairakei Drive between Huka Falls Road (Taupō end) and Wairakei Thermal Valley Road starts on Monday 23 March.
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A new chapter for the Superloo
NewsFrom Good Friday, 3 April, this well‑known facility will be moving into a new phase, with changes designed to better meet day‑to‑day demand from both locals and visitors.
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Win Supercars tickets by switching to getting your rates by email
NewsThere’s a new reason to ditch paper mail and get your rates invoice by email — you could win prizes, including a double pass to the Supercars Championship in Taupō (10-12 April).
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Slip repairs for Oruanui Road
NewsFrom Monday 23 March Oruanui Road will be closed between Link Road and Tuhingamata Road, Monday to Friday, from 7am to 7pm, with work to repair a slip expected to take four to five weeks.
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Tūrangi Tongariro Sports Junior Triathlon is back!
NewsDon’t miss this one whānau – the Turangi Tongariro Sports Junior Triathlon is back this Saturday 14 March at Te Kapua Park and Turtle Pools.
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Tūrangi Reserves Management Plan adopted
NewsMedia ReleasesThe adoption of the Tūrangi Reserves Management Plan marks an important milestone in the partnership between Ngāti Tūrangitukua and Taupō District Council.
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End of an era for the Taupahi Rd tree in Tūrangi
NewsThe tree on Taupahi Rd in Tūrangi will be removed this Friday 13 March. This protected tree was nearly felled by accident in November 2024.
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New Owen Delany Park facility takes shape – and seeks its ‘First 14’
NewsNew changing rooms are being built at Owen Delany Park to better serve the lower sports fields and cater to sizeable growth in women’s sports codes.
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Council begins 16-month project to prepare next Long-term Plan
NewsMedia ReleasesWhile Taupō District Council’s Long‑term Plan 2024–34 is currently guiding priorities for the district, the first steps to develop the next Long‑term Plan with the community are now getting underway.
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Get prepared for IRONMAN New Zealand!
NewsThis Saturday 7 March, IRONMAN New Zealand returns to Taupō. And for the first time ever, experience the IRONMAN Pro Series too! Here's what you need to know.
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Omori water treatment plant coming online
NewsConstruction of the new water treatment plant being built behind the Omori Community Hall is complete and commissioning is underway.
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So, you want to win a year’s worth of groceries?
NewsThen join the Leftover Legends Challenge! It will save you some money and reduce some of that leftover food going to waste. Literally.
