Kinloch, Taupo

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1966 days ago

Best breakfast spots?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hey neighbours!

I'm going to be in Taupo this weekend and I'm looking for the best breakky spots. I'm a real sucker for a good eggs bene and anything halloumi-related.

Thanks! :)

Kendra.

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1969 days ago

Babysitter Available

Emma from South Taupo

Hi I’m a high school student (15), I love babies and young kids. I’ve had lots of babysitting experience over the last couple of years and have spent a lot of time looking after my young cousins. I’m available week nights and some weekends. Message for details.

1967 days ago

How did the waste water spill impact you?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Taupō Times

Hi neighbours,
It's been just over a week since 800,000 litres of sewage split into the lake after a water main broke off Lake Terrace.
So we were wondering, how did the spill later your day-to-day life over the past week?

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1967 days ago

Welcome to Neighbourly, Ryman Healthcare!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours - we have a new partner! A very warm welcome to our friends at Ryman Healthcare joining us today to share the best about village life - and how to celebrate everything about being a senior New Zealander, whichever community you live in.

Please join us in welcoming Ryman Healthcare to… View more
Neighbours - we have a new partner! A very warm welcome to our friends at Ryman Healthcare joining us today to share the best about village life - and how to celebrate everything about being a senior New Zealander, whichever community you live in.

Please join us in welcoming Ryman Healthcare to our family of partners. There are exciting things to come!
Learn more

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1968 days ago

Huge boost to Taupō District from Provincial Growth Fund

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones yesterday announced two significant Provincial Growth Fund investments into entrepreneurial geothermal businesses in the Taupō District.

Geo40, a Taupō-based company employing 19 people, was awarded $15 million in funding. Geo40 has developed … View more
Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones yesterday announced two significant Provincial Growth Fund investments into entrepreneurial geothermal businesses in the Taupō District.

Geo40, a Taupō-based company employing 19 people, was awarded $15 million in funding. Geo40 has developed the technology to build and operate the world’s first commercial demonstration plant to extract silica from the geothermal fluid used for power generation, after which the geothermal fluid is reinjected back into the underground geothermal reservoir.

Taupō District Mayor David Trewavas said he was thrilled that Geo40 has been able to secure Provincial Growth Fund support.

Read the full story here:

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1968 days ago

Police seeking info after Taupō smash and grab

Neighbourly.co.nz

On Monday lunchtime in Taupo's Suncourt Plaza, a man smashed the door of a glass display cabinet with a small crowbar, stealing a number of expensive watches.

The man's accomplice fled in a vehicle which has since been found, but police are asking for anyone with information about this… View more
On Monday lunchtime in Taupo's Suncourt Plaza, a man smashed the door of a glass display cabinet with a small crowbar, stealing a number of expensive watches.

The man's accomplice fled in a vehicle which has since been found, but police are asking for anyone with information about this matter to come forward.
Read more

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1968 days ago

Poll: What do you think of the Govt's plan to make cleaner cars cheaper?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

The Government has proposed a sweeping fuel-efficient vehicle policy that would make some cars up to $8000 cheaper - while others would be $3000 more expensive.

The "feebate" scheme wouldn't cost the taxpayer anything, instead using money gained by putting a fee on imported … View more
The Government has proposed a sweeping fuel-efficient vehicle policy that would make some cars up to $8000 cheaper - while others would be $3000 more expensive.

The "feebate" scheme wouldn't cost the taxpayer anything, instead using money gained by putting a fee on imported high-emissions cars in order to make imported hybrids, electric cars, and other efficient vehicles cheaper with a subsidy.

To read more click here

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What do you think of the Govt's plan to make cleaner cars cheaper?
  • 54.7% Great idea!
    54.7% Complete
  • 43% I don't support it.
    43% Complete
  • 2.2% I don't drive so it doesn't impact me.
    2.2% Complete
1971 votes
1968 days ago

NOMINATIONS CLOSE IN ONE WEEK!!

Women of Influence

Nominations are closing in ONE WEEK for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards <3

Don't miss out on nominating a local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the … View more
Nominations are closing in ONE WEEK for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards <3

Don't miss out on nominating a local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

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1968 days ago

Wanting to buy

Pauline from Waipahihi

Hi I am wanting to buy a white dresser to put crockery in it as I have a small kitchen and not coping lol
Has to be quite tall and reasonably wide  with doors maybe at the top that open out but open to anything that would suit. Has to be white and have heaps of room in it
thanks Pauline ph … View more
Hi I am wanting to buy a white dresser to put crockery in it as I have a small kitchen and not coping lol
Has to be quite tall and reasonably wide  with doors maybe at the top that open out but open to anything that would suit. Has to be white and have heaps of room in it
thanks Pauline ph 0212624048 :)

1969 days ago

Locals show Taupō off to the world in new Tourism New Zealand campaign. What would you show off?

Reporter Taupō Times

Taupō locals are set to play their part in welcoming the world to New Zealand, via the latest Tourism New Zealand worldwide advertising campaign.

Destination Great Lake Taupō's Anna McLaren, says "What makes us truly unique is our people, our culture, our kaitiakitanga."

What… View more
Taupō locals are set to play their part in welcoming the world to New Zealand, via the latest Tourism New Zealand worldwide advertising campaign.

Destination Great Lake Taupō's Anna McLaren, says "What makes us truly unique is our people, our culture, our kaitiakitanga."

What are your favourite parts of Taupō? What would you show off to the world?

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1971 days ago

Keep an eye on your letterbox

Electoral Commission

We’ve been sending out enrolment update packs to everyone who’s enrolled to vote. When you get yours, check it to make sure your details are correct, then you know you’re ready to vote in the local elections.

Want to know more? Visit vote.nz or call us on 0800 36 76 56.
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