Kinloch, Taupo

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2548 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert nationwide test

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening this Sunday between 6pm and 7pm.

No need to sign up or download an app. Just check your phone is on them list of capable makes and models and ensure your updates are up to date.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2548 days ago

Road closures during the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

The 2017 Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is nearly here! If you are out and about on the roads, keep an eye out for cyclists and drive safe.

Please be aware that several roads will be closed at different times between noon tomorrow and Saturday evening, as shown on this map:

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2548 days ago

Get ready for emergency mobile alerts

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Emergency mobile alerts are coming and will offer a new, instant way of learning about emergencies no matter where you are in New Zealand.

The alerts will be launched at the end of this year, and are another tool in the Civil Defence toolbox that will help keep people safe in the event of an … View more
Emergency mobile alerts are coming and will offer a new, instant way of learning about emergencies no matter where you are in New Zealand.

The alerts will be launched at the end of this year, and are another tool in the Civil Defence toolbox that will help keep people safe in the event of an emergency. You don't have to sign up for it or download an app – the alerts will appear on compatible phones without you having to do anything.

A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 26.

Read more here -

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2548 days ago

Catch up with David and Gareth!

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Hey Kinloch! Would you like to talk to the mayor about an important issue? Or have you got some good ideas you’d like to share?

Come along to the Tipsy Trout on Friday between 10.30am and 11.30am to have a chat and a coffee with Mayor David Trewavas and council chief executive Gareth Green.
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Hey Kinloch! Would you like to talk to the mayor about an important issue? Or have you got some good ideas you’d like to share?

Come along to the Tipsy Trout on Friday between 10.30am and 11.30am to have a chat and a coffee with Mayor David Trewavas and council chief executive Gareth Green.

See you soon!

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2555 days ago

wanting to buy

Jennifer from Nukuhau

Wanting to buy used no longer used, spa bath. Does not need to be working as want it for young man with disability to splash around in. We would just park it up for him and fill ( manually ) with water outside for summer. As he is a big boy, anything else too small for him. Contact … View moreWanting to buy used no longer used, spa bath. Does not need to be working as want it for young man with disability to splash around in. We would just park it up for him and fill ( manually ) with water outside for summer. As he is a big boy, anything else too small for him. Contact Jennifer...0226014918 many thanks.

2549 days ago

Colour Your Community - we doubled the winners!

Resene

Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 … View more
Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 of Resene paints, wood stains and painting accessories for them to complete their local projects.

Please join us in congratulating:
1) Waipu Evolution - nominated by Philippa Ross
2) Ngaruawahia Community - nominated by Jannaya Herbes
3) Vaka Tautua (Mangere, Auckland) - nominated by Anele Siaopo
4) Eastside Community (Masterton) - nominated by Maria Bennett
5) Tokomaru Community - nominated by Caitlyn Veerbeek
6) Glen Innes Community (Auckland) - nominated by Sara Haddon
7) Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts - nominated by Rodney Thompson
8) Westport 7 day makeover - nominated Graham Howard-Mills
9) Belfast Playcentre (Christchurch) - nominated by Chris O'Rourke
10) Otari Wilton School (Karori, Wellington) - nominated by Raylyn Christian
11) Potter Home (Whangarei) - nominated by Mandy Beazley
12) Pukenui Forest signage project (Onerahi) - nominated by Shirley Peterson

Please join us in sending a huge congratulations to these twelve wonderful winners.

ALSO: keep an eye out next month for the Splash of Christmas Colour Cheer with your chance to vote on who gets a painty present. More soon!
Read more about the nominations

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2550 days ago

Graduates celebrate success in Taupo District

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Congratulations to the latest group of graduates who attended our Industry Training Organisation graduation ceremony last night.

The event was part of the Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs initiative, and recognised the achievements and celebrated the success of trainees and apprentices who had … View more
Congratulations to the latest group of graduates who attended our Industry Training Organisation graduation ceremony last night.

The event was part of the Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs initiative, and recognised the achievements and celebrated the success of trainees and apprentices who had completed their study in a variety of fields.

More than 55 local employers were also recognised for supporting the trainees and teaching them skills that will equip them well for the future.

Great work everyone!

2550 days ago

Poll: Is finding a rental harder than ever before?

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

More than 50 tenants are applying for every rental that goes on the market. What's been your experience?
> If you're looking, is it harder now than previous years?
> Already found a home to rent, long-term? If so, has the landlord raised the rent in the last year?

Story … View more
More than 50 tenants are applying for every rental that goes on the market. What's been your experience?
> If you're looking, is it harder now than previous years?
> Already found a home to rent, long-term? If so, has the landlord raised the rent in the last year?

Story here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Is finding a rental harder than ever before?
  • 0% Yes, I've never found it so hard to get a rental in Taupō
    0% Complete
  • 20% No, it's been harder in previous years
    20% Complete
  • 40% I am in a rental and the landlord raised the rent at the last lease-resigning
    40% Complete
  • 40% I am in a rental and the rent has stayed the same for several years
    40% Complete
5 votes
2551 days ago

Preparing for School 2018

Like you Kip McGrath Taupo will be taking a break over Christmas (We close on 15 Dec) We re open for tutoring on the 22 January. Take advantage of early tutoring in preparation for the beginning of the 2018 school year.
Ph: Kaylene 07 377 4788 or 021076 43 11

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