Kinloch, Taupo

2710 days ago

"It's like saying goodbye to an old friend" - Fire Service gets new name

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

From today our Neighbourly page will be re-named to Fire and Emergency New Zealand.

Watch this ONE News clip to find out why...

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2711 days ago

Rural fire changes hands

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Rural fire moves under the responsibility of the newly formed Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) tomorrow, meaning Taupo District Council will no longer be the provider of the response service for rural fire for the district.

FENZ is an amalgamation of the New Zealand Fire Service, the … View more
Rural fire moves under the responsibility of the newly formed Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) tomorrow, meaning Taupo District Council will no longer be the provider of the response service for rural fire for the district.

FENZ is an amalgamation of the New Zealand Fire Service, the National Rural Fire Authority, all 12 rural fire districts and 26 territorial rural fire authorities. From July 1, new legislation means rural fire is no longer the operational responsibility of local authorities.

Read more here -

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2711 days ago

Is there a man drought in Taupo?

Tamara Thorn Reporter from Taupō Times

Steph Holloway needs a few sponsors to help her set up free match making events to help combat what shes calls Taupo's 'man drought'.

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2711 days ago

Electric Motor 1500 Watt or 2 HP

Garry from Nukuhau

Electric Motor 1500 Watt or 2 HP, 3 Phase. has a 25mm diameter shaft. Bought for a project years ago and never used. sat on the shelf gathering dust.

Price: $60

2714 days ago

Rocks or boulders wanted for garden

Lorene from Kinloch

Hi,  I am wanting to purchase some boulders or large rocks to form a boundary for my new garden I intend to create on my bank.  Does anyone have some they could sell to me.?  I can pick up myself, or have a small digger available to load onto trailer if needed.

2712 days ago

Share your skills and transform lives

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives… View more
Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Register now

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2712 days ago

2004 Holden Barina

Claire from Kinloch

Little black manual Holden Barina with a shiny new warrant of fitness and a clean bill of health from the mechanic. It's very reliable and fuel efficient. Great little car for local driving or learning to drive, and happily takes on longer adventures. It's done 162 000 km, and the … View moreLittle black manual Holden Barina with a shiny new warrant of fitness and a clean bill of health from the mechanic. It's very reliable and fuel efficient. Great little car for local driving or learning to drive, and happily takes on longer adventures. It's done 162 000 km, and the car-speak details are as follows: 2004 Holden Barina Xc My04 Sxi Hatchback 3dr Man 5. Currently based in Kinloch and selling as I am moving back to Australia. Please PM for more information, thanks Claire.

Price: $3,000

2712 days ago

Just ducking around...

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

Who thinks the ducks in Taupo are more friendly than others? Have you got any interesting experiences with Taupo's ducks? We'd love to hear them! *type NFP if you do not wish for your comment to be used in future articles.

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2716 days ago

The Favourite Teachers Awards - nominate the teacher who inspired you or your children

Reporter Sunday Star Times

From Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit … View moreFrom Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit robots will never replace the real thing. Nominations are now open for the Favourite Teacher Awards – tell us about the teacher who has inspired you or your children.

www.FavouriteTeacher.co.nz...

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2719 days ago

Too many trout in Lake Taupo?

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Apparently, there are too many trout in the Taupo fishery...
>> Are the trout you're catching these days smaller than they used to be?

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2719 days ago

What's your favourite dip?

SuperValue Paetiki

Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local SuperValue store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All SuperValue supermarkets will have the … View more
Mix up a kiwi favourite by purchasing 2 Maggi packet soup mix and 2 Nestlé Reduced Cream Cans and you'll get a free dipping bowl to enjoy your dip! Find your local SuperValue store and get your free bowl today! There are 4 Bowl Designs to Collect!
All SuperValue supermarkets will have the bowls available in-store until while stocks last, so get in quick!
Find out more

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