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Kerbing and channelling work restarts
NewsWork on renewing kerbing and channelling in Turangi township is back on track after being interrupted by Alert Levels 3 and 4.
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New Mapara Road footpath underway
NewsConstruction of a footpath and kerb and channeling on Mapara Road started this week, with the first section of concrete kerb already poured opposite Acacia Heights Road.
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Changes to facilities for Alert Level 1
NewsAlert Level 1 restrictions are taking us another step closer to how we lived before lockdown, and with that our facilities are returning to normal also.
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AC Baths Indoor pool closed for 12 weeks for repairs
NewsWork is underway to repair a damaged pipe in the indoor 25-metre pool at the AC Baths.
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Air New Zealand flights return
NewsAir New Zealand flights have returned to Taupō and the district has rolled out the welcome mat.
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Good progress on new retaining walls
NewsCamex Civil engineering is back on the job in Wily Terrace, following the interruption caused by Alert Levels 3 and 4.
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Emergency Operations Centre signs off
NewsAfter 68 days, our Southern Waikato Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has now been stood down.
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Two freedom camping areas to reopen for Queen’s Birthday
NewsTwo popular freedom camping spots in the Taupō District will reopen to self-contained campers, in time for the long weekend.
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Formal vote of thanks to Council staff for COVID efforts
NewsA formal vote of thanks was made to Taupō District Council staff yesterday for working ‘above and beyond’ during the nationwide response to COVID-19.
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New exhibition to display original batik wall hangings
NewsEverything from native New Zealand birds to African animals will soon be on display at the Taupō Museum, as part of an upcoming exhibition by Ann Hay.
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Dog registration forms on the way
NewsDog registration forms are being sent out next week so you will be able to register your pooch (or pooches) for the 2020-2021 year.
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Reopening of Mt Ruapehu welcome relief for Central North Island region
NewsTaupō District and Ruapehu Mayors David Trewavas and Don Cameron are calling the reopening of Whakapapa and Tūroa skifields this winter a welcome relief for their tourism sectors.
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Award-winning potter to launch new exhibition at Taupō Museum
NewsAward-winning potter Fiona Tunnicliffe will present another group of exciting creations at the Taupō Museum and Art Gallery, when we reopen on Monday 18 May.
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Domestic flights back in the air next week
NewsTaupō District Mayor David Trewavas is excited to welcome back domestic flights to the district next week.
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IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships moved to 2021
NewsIRONMAN has today announced it will defer its IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships in Taupō, planned for November 28 and 29, until early next year.
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Taupō District Mayor rolls out the welcome mat
NewsTaupō District Mayor David Trewavas is today rolling out the welcome mat for all New Zealanders, as the country’s battle against COVID-19 moves into alert level two and regional travel resumes.
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Council facilities to progressively reopen at Alert Level 2
NewsAs a result of the government’s move to Alert Level 2, the majority of Taupō District Council’s community facilities will be progressively reopening, with restrictions in place.
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Sector-led recovery plan for Taupō District now underway
NewsA new sector-led working group has been brought together to address the effects of COVID-19 and develop a recovery plan for the Taupō District.
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Sewer overflow near Two Mile Bay boat ramp
NewsA sewer pipe blocked by wet wipes and sanitary items has caused an overflow into the lake beside the Two Mile Bay boat ramp.
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Phone & Collect service now temporarily available at the libraries
NewsIt’s good news for book-lovers, with a free, contactless Phone & Collect service now temporarily available during Alert Level 3 at Mangakino, Taupō and Turangi Libraries.
