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Taupō builders claim regional awards
Taupō firm Beck Building has won the Supreme House of the Year in the Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau Master Builders House of the Year Awards.
Taupō is growing up fast
The Taupō District’s population is now more than 40,000 and expected to rise by another 25,500 people over the next 35 years.
RMA reforms to end ‘culture of no’
The Government says it will cut up to 45% off compliance and administrative costs with its Resource Management Act reforms.
Developer seeks 84 sections
Seven Oaks Kinloch has advertised a new subdivision proposal for Kinloch, seeking to develop 84 residential sized lots, roads and reserves in several stages.
Acacia Bay set to grow
A large block of land in Acacia Bay suitable for residential development is on the market.
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