South Taupo, Taupo

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

808 days ago

Subscribe to Stuff's First Time Buyers' Club

Stuff

Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View more
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.

We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.

Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
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809 days ago

What would you add to this list of budget-boosting crops?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Have you grown these veges and fruits, and what's on your list of money savers and budget boosters?

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810 days ago

New Financial Literacy Fund

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Cambridge philanthropists, John and Nicola Kenel, supported by their business Assured Property, recently established a new named fund with Momentum Waikato. The 'Financial Literacy Fund' will support students with critical financial literacy skills needed before they embark on their … View moreCambridge philanthropists, John and Nicola Kenel, supported by their business Assured Property, recently established a new named fund with Momentum Waikato. The 'Financial Literacy Fund' will support students with critical financial literacy skills needed before they embark on their working careers; change their habits from 'spend, spend, spend' to one where they learn to prioritise money and save for things they need. This fund will instill our youth with hope that they can strive to achieve their goals.

Over the next year before the first round of distributions are made, we want to learn what programmes are out there that we may be able to help support and grow. Talk to us at Momentum Waikato Community Foundation.

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810 days ago

Candidates confirmed for 2022 local government elections

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Nominations have closed for the 2022 local government elections to be held on Saturday, 8 October.

There are three candidates for the Taupō District mayoralty this year – Christine Rankin, David Trewavas and Sean Wakelin.

There are 19 candidates standing for the seven seats in the Taupō … View more
Nominations have closed for the 2022 local government elections to be held on Saturday, 8 October.

There are three candidates for the Taupō District mayoralty this year – Christine Rankin, David Trewavas and Sean Wakelin.

There are 19 candidates standing for the seven seats in the Taupō ward, and four candidates for the single Tūrangi -Tongariro ward seat.

The new Te Papamārearea Māori ward has four candidates for voters on the Māori electoral roll to choose from, to fill two seats.

Two vacancies are to be filled automatically because the number of nominations received did not exceed the number of positions available.

These are the Mangakino-Pouakani ward vacancy where Kirsty Trueman will be elected unopposed and the Taupō East Rural ward vacancy where Kylie Leonard will also be elected unopposed.

Deputy electoral officer Shainey James says she is heartened by the number of candidates who have put their names forward this year.

“It’s encouraging to see how many people are invested in our district and want to contribute to their community by becoming a councillor.

“We are in for an exciting campaign period.”

Anyone who is currently enrolled can vote in the local government elections via postal vote. Voting papers will arrive in your mailbox between 16 to 21 September.

For those who have not yet enrolled, a special vote will need to be cast by contacting a Taupō District Council office for voting papers.

Voting papers need to be returned before voting closes at noon on 8 October.

A full list of candidates can be found at taupo.govt.nz/vote22

Key Election Dates:
- Friday 12 August - Nominations closed at 12 noon
- 16 to 21 September - Voting papers delivered
- Saturday 8 October - Election Day – voting closes 12 noon
- 13 to 19 October - Declaration of results

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810 days ago

Taupō parkrun

Colin Little from Taupō parkrun

Every Saturday morning 7:50am.
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
it's free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don't forget to bring a scannable copy … View more
Every Saturday morning 7:50am.
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
it's free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don't forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode. Register here: www.parkrun.co.nz......
We all take part for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!

It is entirely organised by volunteers - email taupo@parkrun.com to help.

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812 days ago

Recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.

Victim Support

Want to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.

Volunteer Support Workers - like the awesome folk in this photo - come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an … View more
Want to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.

Volunteer Support Workers - like the awesome folk in this photo - come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and information for people affected by crime and trauma. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our locally based staff.

Check out our website for more information or call us on 0800 volunteer - 0800 86 58 68.
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813 days ago

Love your compost? Pimp it up to win great prizes for your garden!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View more
Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).

So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.

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813 days ago

Gone to Taupō: Golden addition to museum unveiled

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Locals and visitors alike have the chance to see an exhibit steeped in New Zealand art history at Taupō Museum.

The Blind Woman of Taupō by legendary New Zealand artist Charles Frederick Goldie is now on display in Te Aroha o Rongoheikume, the museum’s wharenui (meeting house), thanks to a … View more
Locals and visitors alike have the chance to see an exhibit steeped in New Zealand art history at Taupō Museum.

The Blind Woman of Taupō by legendary New Zealand artist Charles Frederick Goldie is now on display in Te Aroha o Rongoheikume, the museum’s wharenui (meeting house), thanks to a loan from an anonymous benefactor.

The incredible and absorbing painting, produced in 1934, has been loaned to the Taupō Museum for five years.

It sits next to portraits of Ngāti Tūwharetoa chiefs Te Werahiko (Haukino) and Rutene Te Uamairangi Rahui of Ōpepe, painted in 1908 by notable artist and Taupō identity Thomas Ryan, in an exhibit called Goldie and Ryan.

At the unveiling today (Thursday 11 August), the new display was blessed and officially opened to the public.

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813 days ago

Ombre bedside drawers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

Use Resene Colorwood stain and colour to easily refresh a dated bedside drawer unit.

Find out how to create your own.

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813 days ago

Your whole retirement is our consideration

With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.

That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in … View more
With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.

That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in apartments and townhouses, assisted living in serviced apartments, resthome care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care.

We offer a higher ratio of care in our villages so that if your needs change, you have priority access to our care centres.
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814 days ago

Take a Seat in the Waikato Regional Theatre!

Momentum Waikato

Momentum Waikato has launched the Take a Seat campaign – your chance to support the new Waikato Regional Theatre, the exciting new performing arts centre being built in the South End of Hamilton’s CBD.

Donate $1500 to the Theatre and you or your family’s name, or your business or group’s… View more
Momentum Waikato has launched the Take a Seat campaign – your chance to support the new Waikato Regional Theatre, the exciting new performing arts centre being built in the South End of Hamilton’s CBD.

Donate $1500 to the Theatre and you or your family’s name, or your business or group’s title, will be displayed on a seat in its auditorium.

If you support this exciting vision and you live anywhere in the Waikato, then please do Take a Seat in the new Waikato Regional Theatre!

Click Take A Seat to find out more.
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815 days ago

Support our Yuri Bear Project

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.

We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.

We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no … View more
Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.

We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.

We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no small ask!

If you can knit, know someone who can or would like to find out how you can help, please click on the link below.

815 days ago

Did you start gardening in school?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

How many of you remember gardening in school? Hopefully, more students and teachers will be inspired by the great work being done at this amazing school.

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817 days ago

Part-time Casual Housekeeping Positions Available

Neil from Taupo Central

We have a number of Housekeeping roles available at our Small Lodge in Acacia Bay Taupo. You can choose to work either days or evenings, weekdays or weekends. We pay above the living wage and provide a small fuel allowance to help with petrol costs.

We are looking for staff to start in October… View more
We have a number of Housekeeping roles available at our Small Lodge in Acacia Bay Taupo. You can choose to work either days or evenings, weekdays or weekends. We pay above the living wage and provide a small fuel allowance to help with petrol costs.

We are looking for staff to start in October and work regularly until the end of May.

To find out more about these roles, please contact Neil on 0272522151

817 days ago

Do you have a great asparagus recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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