Nukuhau, Taupo

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2812 days ago

I Don’t Know / Tell Me at Taupo Museum and Gallery

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

​​Chris Eyes, also known as the artist SeeSaw, is bringing his abstract colour-bombs to the Taupo Museum and Gallery. ​

The work aims to capture that spirit of creation inherent in imaginative children, and is highlighted by some works being a collaboration with his four-year old daughter,… View more
​​Chris Eyes, also known as the artist SeeSaw, is bringing his abstract colour-bombs to the Taupo Museum and Gallery. ​

The work aims to capture that spirit of creation inherent in imaginative children, and is highlighted by some works being a collaboration with his four-year old daughter, Sadie Rose, also known as 'SaySay'.

Through various materials, Chris brings to light his own struggles with depression and anxiety. He is keen to highlight the services available in the Taupo region, and other options accessible nationally.

Some of the art will be for sale, with other pieces available via a feedback loop in which works will be given to anyone who shares an interesting story about what a particular piece means or inspires in them, good or bad, or where they might put it should they acquire it.

At the end of the exhibition all stories will be considered and Chris will make decisions based on the feedback he gets.

Chris says: "I think this becomes a nice way to interact and also allows the art and its story to spread further afield."

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2812 days ago

Social Worker - Join our Waikato Rural South team

Oranga from Neighbourly.co.nz

Salary between $39,723 - $72,301

Join a team with a passion for getting things right for its children, young people and community. You can be part of this positive and supportive team with heart, and help children and young people be safe, strong and thrive.

Using the latest strengths based … View more
Salary between $39,723 - $72,301

Join a team with a passion for getting things right for its children, young people and community. You can be part of this positive and supportive team with heart, and help children and young people be safe, strong and thrive.

Using the latest strengths based practice tools and assessment frameworks; you will work hard to get quality outcomes for tamariki, rangitahi, whanau and the community

You must have a Social Work Qualification recognised by the New Zealand Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) or full registration with SWRB and a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
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2812 days ago

Examining the past can help protect our future.

Abuse in State Care Royal Commission

The legacy of people taken into state care who suffered neglect and abuse is a stain on our country’s history. Over the next three years, the Royal Commission will listen to stories about the experiences of people in state care and examine ways to stop any further abuse.

Before that process … View more
The legacy of people taken into state care who suffered neglect and abuse is a stain on our country’s history. Over the next three years, the Royal Commission will listen to stories about the experiences of people in state care and examine ways to stop any further abuse.

Before that process can begin, the Terms of Reference to define the scope and purpose of the Inquiry need to be set. Sir Anand would like to hear your views on the draft Terms of Reference so we can work together to make sure we don’t repeat the mistakes of the past.
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2813 days ago

Poll: Do you support the decision to end oil and gas exploration?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

The Government is set to end offshore oil and gas exploration in New Zealand. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says "transitions have to start somewhere". Do you support the decision? Take part in our poll or leave a reply. To read more click here.

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Do you support the decision to end oil and gas exploration?
  • 59.1% Yes. It's time to pursue clean energy
    59.1% Complete
  • 40.9% No. It will hit the industry hard
    40.9% Complete
66 votes
2823 days ago

Capture YOUR slice of Waikato *Winners Announced*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Thank you to all neighbours who submitted a photo for this competition, what an amazing selection to choose from! Please know that choosing the winners was not easy. Congratulations to...

- David Weir from Nukuhau
- Desmond Downs from Dinsdale

Our team will make contact with the winners, … View more
Thank you to all neighbours who submitted a photo for this competition, what an amazing selection to choose from! Please know that choosing the winners was not easy. Congratulations to...

- David Weir from Nukuhau
- Desmond Downs from Dinsdale

Our team will make contact with the winners, and a huge thanks to all those who took part.
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*This competition has now closed* Calling all Waikato neighbours just like YOU! We're challenging locals from the heart of New Zealand to capture a photo that you've taken that defines this beautiful region. Attach your photo in the comments below and you'll be in the draw to win one of two $200 Prezzy® cards.

Get snapping! Entries close on 11th April 2018. T&Cs apply. If you need a hand with uploading your photo to the comments you can contact us here.

2814 days ago

Now is your time to choose...

Electoral Commission

If you’re Māori and 18 or over but didn’t get your Māori Electoral Option pack in the mail, you may not be enrolled to vote. Get in touch now. Find out more

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2816 days ago

Grow your own Sichuan pepper in the Waikato

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

When you want to spice up your life, these passionate tree croppers have just the plants for you.

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2815 days ago

Top tips for tulips from Hamilton Gardens pro

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Read this before you pop your tulip bulbs in the ground.

2815 days ago

Top tips for tulips from Hamilton Gardens pro

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Read this before you pop your tulip bulbs in the ground.

2824 days ago

Taxing of regional ratepayers to fund a "Regional Theatre"

Shirley from Nukuhau

OPEN LETTER TO CHAIRMAN OF WAIKATO REGIONAL COUNCIL

I have to disagree with you. I do not think its fair and equitable for all ratepayers to contribute to the "Regional Theatre"in Hamilton.
If you want a Regional Theatre fund it from Hamilton.This is not the domain of the Regional … View more
OPEN LETTER TO CHAIRMAN OF WAIKATO REGIONAL COUNCIL

I have to disagree with you. I do not think its fair and equitable for all ratepayers to contribute to the "Regional Theatre"in Hamilton.
If you want a Regional Theatre fund it from Hamilton.This is not the domain of the Regional Council and I very much doubt that the people of Hamilton want it. This would stand empty a great deal of the time.
I just cannot picture the people of the Region travelling from Putaruru,
Tokoroa, Taupo, Thames, Te Aroha to patronise it. Most of those places have their own theatres which they fund themselves, and not out of rates. I am sure there are more important things to worry about than a Regional Theatre. If our council has agreed to this, as is indicated in the article in the Taupo Times on 27 March, I think they need to clear their heads.

2815 days ago

Final chance to have your say

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax… View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website by 30 April, watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Don't miss out. Have your say on the future of tax by 30 April at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
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