Cultural precinct gathers momentum
July 31 sees an opportunity for you to have your say about the new cultural precinct being proposed for the area by the Great Lake Centre.
Architectural design firm Warren and Mahoney and landscape architectural company Boffa Miskell have been appointed to do the plan, and we want your feedback.
The project officially kicked off last week with a workshop with the Mayor and councillors, and a site visit. There was also a workshop with invited stakeholders.
The master plan will encompass a specific area on Tongariro Domain including the Great Lake Centre, library, museum, i-SITE, Superloo, Rotary House and bowling club as well as the town's main thoroughfare, Tongariro Street. The Northern Domain is not included in the plan.
Excitement is building as the idea of having an area uniquely Taupo gains momentum. Taupo District mayor David Trewavas said the council had a unique opportunity to create a vibrant town centre and improve connectivity between it and the marina, lake and river with importance placed on a 'done right first time' approach.
Remember this is more than a location for the council's administration functions, it includes a chance to celebrate our history and story, whakapapa, the volcanic plateau and much more. Local business and others have provided feedback up to this point, but we want to hear from as many people as we can to hear your views and opinions.
Your feedback is vital, so come along to a community engagement session and have a chat.
When: July 31, 4pm-7pm
Where: Lake Taupo Yacht Club, Ferry Road