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540 days ago

Unpleasant surprise in your bill?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free … View more
Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact us online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
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540 days ago

Fundraising concert

Chris from Kinloch

The Funkraiser will raise funds for the Taupo Concert Bandrooms, used by half a dozen local bands or groups (all non-profit) to rehearse. One night only on June 24.
Tickets available via TryBooking.

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544 days ago

Poll: Would you like NZ to become a republic?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be … View more
The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Would you like NZ to become a republic?
  • 26.7% Yes, we should be an independent country
    26.7% Complete
  • 67.9% No, I want NZ to stick with the monarchy
    67.9% Complete
  • 5.3% I'm not sure
    5.3% Complete
6436 votes
540 days ago

SH1 & SH46 closed

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The road closures follow a night of snow showers, which MetService expected to develop above 900 meters from midnight on Thursday. Snow is predicted to accumulate on the roads until 11am.

Here's what you need to know:
- State Highway 1 on Desert Road between Rangipo and Waiouru is closed … View more
The road closures follow a night of snow showers, which MetService expected to develop above 900 meters from midnight on Thursday. Snow is predicted to accumulate on the roads until 11am.

Here's what you need to know:
- State Highway 1 on Desert Road between Rangipo and Waiouru is closed due to snow.
- State Highway 46 between Tongariro and Rangipo is also closed due to snow.
- Possible detours are via SH3, SH4, SH47 and SH41 but these detours will add at least 1.5 hours to your journey.

SH3 is also closed at Awakino, between Maunganui Rd and Awakau Rd, due to a significant underslip. This closure is expected to be in place until Friday, May 12 according to Waka Kotahi.

Keep up to date with road closures on the Waka Kotahi website.

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541 days ago

New funeral home open in Taupo

Haven Falls

Haven Falls are very blessed to open a funeral home here in Taupo, Ngati Tuwharetoa.

Funeral packages starting at $2,990.00, no deposit and 30-day invoice.

Call us to discuss or you are more than welcome to call in and speak with one of our team members.

Servicing families of Taupo, … View more
Haven Falls are very blessed to open a funeral home here in Taupo, Ngati Tuwharetoa.

Funeral packages starting at $2,990.00, no deposit and 30-day invoice.

Call us to discuss or you are more than welcome to call in and speak with one of our team members.

Servicing families of Taupo, Turangi and South Waikato.
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542 days ago

The cost of living is going up...

The Team from NZ Compare

But your Broadband and Power bills don't need to Neighbours!

It can be stressful to find more ways to save money. Comparing your bills using NZ Compare is one simple way you can cut costs!

It only takes a couple of minutes to check if you're on the right plan, for the right price. … View more
But your Broadband and Power bills don't need to Neighbours!

It can be stressful to find more ways to save money. Comparing your bills using NZ Compare is one simple way you can cut costs!

It only takes a couple of minutes to check if you're on the right plan, for the right price. Remember the longer you leave it, the more money you could be choosing to spend instead of SAVE.

Read our guide on how to save on your Broadband and Power bills OR ring our NZ-based Customer Support Team on 0508 226 672 Monday-Friday 10am-6pm. They're here to help!
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550 days ago

Did you know nine endangered kiwi were recently returned to Tongariro Forest?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

Twenty years ago, kiwi chicks were removed from Tongariro Forest to breed in the protection of predator-free Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, near Cambridge.

Now their offspring have been returned to their whenua in a special ceremony. And it's the first of what's expected to be … View more
Twenty years ago, kiwi chicks were removed from Tongariro Forest to breed in the protection of predator-free Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, near Cambridge.

Now their offspring have been returned to their whenua in a special ceremony. And it's the first of what's expected to be several large-scale releases.

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550 days ago

Keeping the ‘right door’ open for survivors of sexual violence

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Victim-survivors of sexual violence don’t want to talk about what’s happened to them, so it is critical they can safely tell their story once, and once only, to get the immediate help and ongoing support they need.

“The first door they knock on has to be the right door,” says Dr Kate … View more
Victim-survivors of sexual violence don’t want to talk about what’s happened to them, so it is critical they can safely tell their story once, and once only, to get the immediate help and ongoing support they need.

“The first door they knock on has to be the right door,” says Dr Kate Taylor, Trust Chair of the Midlands Sexual Assault Support Service (MSASS).

“Victim-Survivors don’t have the capacity to advocate for themselves, you can’t send them elsewhere, they won’t make a second call. Our service ensures they get support, without having to repeat themselves.”

The need for MSASS services is significant - sexual violence is much more prevalent than most people believe. The most recent New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey says that 78,000 adults, some 1.9% of the adult population, one in fifty, had been subjected to sexual violence in the last year.

The percentages are even higher for some population groups, particularly young women, and these numbers don’t include children and youth. The overall rate of victimhood is not believed to be growing but the numbers seeking help is steadily increasing.

“The numbers suggest there cannot be one person in this country who does not know someone affected, whether we’re aware of it or not,” says Simone Molenaar, the Chief Vision Officer at MSASS.

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544 days ago

Live Stronger for Longer

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Download the free Nymbl app, and with just 10 minutes a day you can stay active and improve your balance. Find out more

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545 days ago

Pure South Grass Fed Beef, Lamb and Venison

Puresouthshop.com

Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable … View more
Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable environmental care. We produce world class grass fed red meat with a flavourful taste and tender eating quality.

Produce of Alliance, New Zealand’s only 100% farmer-owned red meat co-operative.
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546 days ago

Trust a farmer to give us their opinion.

PGG Wrightson

The new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be … View moreThe new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be with your needs front of mind. We brought our decades of experience creating world-class performance gear. Add to that a legacy of Kiwi innovation, a challenger spirit and a practical attitude that’s been part of Line 7 since we started back in 1963.

Every detail has been reviewed and refined – without overlooking the obvious. Breathable, flexible, functional and comfortable, while still being supremely durable and waterproof. Made to fit farmers of all shapes and sizes, with a dedicated range for women. Built to last, and last a bit longer still, with an included repair kit that means you can fix it up quickly yourself.

Now take it out there, try it on and put it to the test. Wear it out and wear it again. We’re pretty damn confident you won’t be disappointed.
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547 days ago

Garden on the go

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

Create a mini kitchen garden and add a pop of Resene colour with this fun project.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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547 days ago

Who's the new owner of Big Sky Parasail?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

It's been bought by Taupō iwi Ngāti Tūwharetoa, which is adding to its tourism-based business portfolio.

It is the third tourism-based business owned by Taupō Moana Group Holdings, being added to the Lake Taupō Hole in One Challenge and a half share of another local business, Chris … View more
It's been bought by Taupō iwi Ngāti Tūwharetoa, which is adding to its tourism-based business portfolio.

It is the third tourism-based business owned by Taupō Moana Group Holdings, being added to the Lake Taupō Hole in One Challenge and a half share of another local business, Chris Jolly Outdoors.

Big Sky has operated in Taupō since 2007.

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551 days ago

Poll: Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest … View moreThe month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest band/artist.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?
  • 49.5% Crowded House
    49.5% Complete
  • 5.8% Lorde
    5.8% Complete
  • 3.1% Bic Runga
    3.1% Complete
  • 1% Benee
    1% Complete
  • 23.8% Dave Dobbyn
    23.8% Complete
  • 1.3% OMC
    1.3% Complete
  • 15.6% SIX60
    15.6% Complete
2713 votes
548 days ago

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