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New sports facility Te Mataapuna officially opened in Tūrangi
NewsTūrangi’s new sports facility Te Mataapuna was blessed and officially opened today at Tūrangitukua Park.
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Work underway on new papa tākaro
NewsThe work site for the new papa tākaro (playground) at Te Kapua Park has been blessed and construction is expected to get under way in the coming weeks.
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Have your say on the destination brand for the Taupō region
NewsDestination Great Lake Taupō is launching a project to bring together the region’s individual identities and gems, to ensure the brand is reflective of the entire rohe.
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Chris McSkimming’s art journey Odyssey opens at Taupō Museum
News“My art is my story, the story is in the art…without the story, the journey, the troubles and life experiences, it’s just a bunch of pictures.”
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Join us to mark the Coronation of King Charles III
NewsTo celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King, Mayor David Trewavas will be planting a tree in Tongariro South Domain at 10am this Saturday 6 May.
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Huka Honey Hive’s waste diversion efforts are worth buzzing about
NewsA local Taupō business is working towards a level of waste minimisation as golden as the honey it sells.
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Custom helmets make for the best dressed bikers
NewsAnime, cats and colorful polka dots featured in some of the winning designs in Taupō District Council’s design your own helmet competition.
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New-look lakefront loo looming
NewsGreat news Mangakino lakefront-goers, a start date has been set for the renewal of the toilet block.
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Annual Earth Day lakefront litter pick up a big success
NewsZip ties, syringes, plastic of all sizes and even a toilet seat were what greeted the team of environmental warriors who joined Taupō District Council litter pick-up.
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Cheers for more Chairs thanks to Creative Taupō funding
NewsCommunity theatre Centre Stage Taupō can get more bums on seats per show with the help of a Creative Taupō grant to buy new chairs.
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108th Anzac Day services: we shall remember them
NewsAll are invited to attend Anzac services and parades throughout the Taupō District on Tuesday 25 April 2023.
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Local boxing gym punching above its weight thanks to community grant
NewsLife lessons, skills and fitness – a Taupō boxing gym that’s about more than just sport, has been given a boost to help it buy new equipment.
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Winter is coming! Let’s burn smoke-free for better air quality
NewsAs the temperature starts to drop, Taupō District households fire up their wood burners to heat up their homes.
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AC Baths and Taupō Events Centre complex is getting a waste makeover
NewsFrom Tuesday 11 April, instead of a whole fleet of rubbish bins you’ll see two recycling and refuse stations; one at the AC Baths, and one at the Taupō Events Centre.
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New hard court surfaces throughout Taupō District
NewsTennis, netball and basketball lovers, a recent Taupō District Council project is helping you take your game to the next level.
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Easter opening hours at council facilities
NewsTake a look at the opening hours at our facilities over the Easter break.
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Taupō’s first Regional Destination Management Plan launched
NewsTe Ihirangi, the Taupō Regional Destination Management Plan, represents a new dawn in tourism planning.
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Call for community feedback to help shape draft Annual Plan 2023-24
NewsThe draft Annual Plan 2023-24 is the third year of the council's Long-term Plan. It details the activities the council intends to carry out over the coming financial year.
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Dino brings Art for Art’s Sake to Taupō Museum
NewsTaupō Museum’s newest exhibition Art for Art’s Sake is sure to have something for everyone as Dean Stebbing (Dino) displays his latest collection of unique drawings and paintings.
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April school activities in the Taupō District
NewsAh school holidays, every child’s dream, and parent’s nightmare... Kia Kaha! We can get through this together. Here’s some free or cheap ideas to keep everyone entertained this April.
