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Turangi locals helping to shape the town
NewsThe Turangi Street Revitalisation Project is making good progress – and Turangi locals are on the tools and helping to shape their town.
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Locals on the tools as part of Taupō Airport upgrade
NewsLocal contractors have been confirmed for the next stage of the upgrade to the Taupō Airport Terminal and the Airport carpark.
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Have your say on changes to Acacia Bay off lead dog areas
NewsTaupō District Council is encouraging residents to have their say on changes to off-lead dog areas in Acacia Bay.
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Representation review to determine council seats
NewsTaupō District Council is asking for residents and ratepayers’ feedback on its initial proposal for the district’s representation arrangements for the next two local government elections.
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Taupō District Council adopts Long-term Plan 2021-2031
NewsAfter considering 474 submissions and hearing from more than 50 individuals and organisations, Taupō District Council today adopted its Long-term Plan 2021-2031.
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Rising sewer main damaged in Waitahanui
NewsA rising sewer main has been damaged in Waitahanui this morning and there has been an overflow that could possibly have entered into the Waitahanui River.
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Horomatangi Street intersection next up for transformation
NewsWith work on the Paora Hapi / Titiraupenga St intersection nearly complete, our Downer team are now relocating to the Horomatangi St intersection for the next stage of the Town Centre Transformation.
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Turangi Street Revitalisation Project right on track
NewsWith tree felling and stump grinding on Hingaia Street completed by local contractors PKV, it's now time for our Downer team to step in and start pouring new kerbing and channelling.
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Dog registrations are due next week
NewsQuick reminder that it’s time to renew your dog registration. These are due by Thursday, July 1.
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Taupō District Mayor to take short leave of absence
NewsTaupō District Mayor David Trewavas is taking a short leave of absence, following treatment in Auckland.
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Taupō District Council votes to introduce the living wage
NewsTaupō District Council has voted to introduce the living wage, as part of its deliberations on the Long-term Plan 2021-2031.
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Exhibition celebrates new beginnings with te whare pora
NewsA new exhibition showcasing te whare pora (the art of weaving) will launch at the Taupō Museum this Saturday.
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A natural undertaking - information session
NewsTaupō Cemetery will soon be offering natural burials. If this is something you’re interested in learning more about, come along to our information session this week.
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Tongariro Playground upgrade about to get underway
NewsIt's a big thumbs up for the Tongariro South Playground upgrade from local primary school students.
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Nominations for TTCB by-election open tomorrow
NewsTaupō District Council is holding a by-election to fill a vacancy on the Turangi-Tongariro Community Board (TTCB), following the resignation of Ian Ashmore.
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Second stage of Acacia Bay water connection gets underway
NewsThe second stage of the project to connect Acacia Bay and Mapara residents to the Taupō water supply is getting underway, with upgrades to the watermains on either side of Control Gates Bridge.
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Wastewater overflow on Ferry Rd / Redoubt St
NewsA wastewater overflow has unfortunately occurred on Ferry Rd / Redoubt St this evening.
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Dogs potentially at risk from lake algae
NewsOur recent low lake levels have led to an algae called Nostoc presenting a potential threat to our beloved canine companions.
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New lease agreement sees public access maintained at Rangatira Point
NewsThe iconic Rangatira Point lake edge walking track will continue to be open to the public, following the signing of a 20-year lease agreement with landowners Rangatira Point Block Inc.
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Reminder to Kinloch residents to reduce water use during peak times
NewsWith the Queen’s Birthday long weekend coming up and tourists travelling to enjoy our beautiful district, a quick reminder to Kinloch residents and visitors to reduce indoor water use where possible.
