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Hardworking Hamish wins Kaitiaki o te Tau – Ranger of the Year
NewsCongratulations to our newest Kaitiaki o te Tau – Ranger of the Year, Hamish Bowler!
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Win a bike helmet with your own design!
NewsCalling all creative kids! Design your own helmet and it could be brought to life by a professional artist.
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Taupō District tops three categories at the New Zealand Event Awards
NewsHats off Taupō District, you’ve done it again. The New Zealand Events Association awarded the Taupō District three awards at a gala last week.
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Taupō District Council investigating options to retain its TEL Fund
NewsMedia ReleasesTaupō District Council is exploring ways of maintaining its TEL Fund for the local community in the event that it chooses, or is forced, to amalgamate with other councils.
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Big Bang New Year’s Eve 2026 fireworks cancelled
NewsTaupō’s annual Big Bang New Year’s Eve fireworks will not go ahead this year. We know this is something lots of people look forward to and enjoy, as do we!
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Low-income households may be eligible for partial rates refund
NewsHaving trouble paying your rates? You could be eligible for a rebate.
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2026 ITM Taupō Supercars brings multi-million dollar boost to district
NewsLocal and international visitors spent about $7.9 million in Taupō during 2026 ITM Taupō Supercars.
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Change to weekend opening hours
NewsFrom next week, Taupō Customer Service and Visitor Centre will be closed every Sunday.
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Reserves Management Plan shortlisted for award
NewsThe Management Plan has been a collaborative effort by Taupō District Council and the Ngāti Tūrangitukua Charitable Trust.
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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.
