South Taupo, Taupo

2706 days ago

GARDENA Gardener of the Year

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Nominations are coming in thick and fast! Are you a gardening superhero or perhaps you know one in your neighbourhood? Tell us why you or someone you know deserves to be our 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year. We're looking for community leaders, inspiration mentors, the driving force behind a … View moreNominations are coming in thick and fast! Are you a gardening superhero or perhaps you know one in your neighbourhood? Tell us why you or someone you know deserves to be our 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year. We're looking for community leaders, inspiration mentors, the driving force behind a vege-growing food bank or someone who is beautifying their town or restoring wasteland. It could be anything... basically if a gardener has inspired you, let us know! Include your name and phone number plus contacts for the nominated gardener, or for a contact person if it's a group.

You can send nominations to 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year, NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Wellesley St, Auckland. Or enter on our website, nzgardener.co.nz

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2706 days ago

Turangi-Tongariro ward councillor officially resigns

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Turangi-Tongariro ward councillor Zane Cozens has officially resigned from Taupo District Council, sparking a by-election to find his replacement.

Mr Cozens has been a councillor since 2013 and was returned to his seat at last October's local body elections. His intention to resign was … View more
Turangi-Tongariro ward councillor Zane Cozens has officially resigned from Taupo District Council, sparking a by-election to find his replacement.

Mr Cozens has been a councillor since 2013 and was returned to his seat at last October's local body elections. His intention to resign was first announced in the media almost three weeks ago.

Mayor David Trewavas said Mr Cozens tendered his official resignation by email last night.

Read more here -

2707 days ago

Take part in our FreshChoice Health & Beauty survey and WIN!

FreshChoice New Zealand

How often do you workout? What are you concerned about when buying food? How often do you take health supplements? How much sleep do you need each night?

Take the FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey today and you could win one of five $50 FreshChoice vouchers!
Take the survey now

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2707 days ago

New e-District Plan launched

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Finding out where infrastructure services are on a property is just one of the features on Taupo District Council's new digital District Plan.

The new electronic Taupo District Plan​ is now live, combining a traditional plan document with mapping capabilities and user-friendly features. … View more
Finding out where infrastructure services are on a property is just one of the features on Taupo District Council's new digital District Plan.

The new electronic Taupo District Plan​ is now live, combining a traditional plan document with mapping capabilities and user-friendly features.

Read more here -

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2707 days ago

Poll: Do you support moves to decriminalise marijuana?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stuff has launched a series exploring the prospect of legalised cannabis in New Zealand. We'd love to know your thoughts on the prospect - vote in our poll below.

Read more from the series: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you support moves to decriminalise marijuana?
  • 33.5% Yes - I support this movement
    33.5% Complete
  • 37.7% I support marijuana only for medicinal use
    37.7% Complete
  • 12.2% I support marijuana only for those over 21
    12.2% Complete
  • 15.8% No - I don't support this movement
    15.8% Complete
  • 0.8% I don't have an opinion
    0.8% Complete
4806 votes
2708 days ago

Buy Aftersocks & support rural communities

The Team from Aftersocks

Aftersocks NZ is a Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) initiative that supports rural communities, following an adverse event or natural disaster which has left them in need of financial assistance. Proceeds from the sale of Aftersocks contributes to the Rural Women New Zealand Adverse Events Relief … View moreAftersocks NZ is a Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) initiative that supports rural communities, following an adverse event or natural disaster which has left them in need of financial assistance. Proceeds from the sale of Aftersocks contributes to the Rural Women New Zealand Adverse Events Relief Fund.

Thanks for your support neighbours! Buy, Wear & Share!
Learn more

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2708 days ago

School holiday programmes

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Keep the kids entertained these school holidays! Our libraries and museum have lots of free fun and activities planned over the term break. Check out all the details here:

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2708 days ago

Wednesday fresh german bread baking day

Viola from Taupo Central

Good morning neighbors of Taupo!
Fresh German bread baking day is Wednesday this week again! If you missed out on getting your loaf on the market this past weekend (no sale did take place on Saturday) or if your bread box is empty or even your freezer - simply order via phone 0210 252 1343 or … View more
Good morning neighbors of Taupo!
Fresh German bread baking day is Wednesday this week again! If you missed out on getting your loaf on the market this past weekend (no sale did take place on Saturday) or if your bread box is empty or even your freezer - simply order via phone 0210 252 1343 or email brotart.taupo@gmail.com. Menu - just click the link : www.brot-art.com...
Have an enjoyable Monday all!

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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.

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