Going pink for a purpose and other events
Anyone can host a Pink Ribbon breakfast.
Going pink for a purpose
Taupō locals are being invited to gather with friends, family and colleagues this May to host or attend a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
Pink Ribbon Breakfast is the Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser, which encourages people to connect over a shared meal to make a difference for New Zealand women affected by breast cancer.
Around 90 women are diagnosed with breast cancer across the Rotorua and Taupō districts every year. Hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast is a meaningful way to support them, helping fund groundbreaking research, free patient services and early detection education.
Ah-Leen Rayner, chief executive of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, says the flexibility of Pink Ribbon Breakfast means anyone can get involved: “We know many households are feeling the pressures of rising living costs right now, but hosting Pink Ribbon Breakfast doesn’t have to be fancy or expensive. It can be as simple as a morning tea at home or work, or catch-up at your local cafe. What’s important is coming together, because every effort counts.
“As a charity that doesn’t receive any government funding, we desperately need more hosts to make sure our programmes can continue supporting the thousands of Kiwi women who rely on them. Every dollar raised makes a massive difference – by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast, you’re turning coffee and conversation into something powerful.”
Pink Ribbon Breakfast Day is 21 May, but events can be held any time throughout the month. Once registered, people will be sent a free host kit with ideas and resources to get them started.
For more information and to register to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast, visit pinkribbonbreakfast.co.nz. Registrations close on 31 May.
The friendship event for women
Sisterhood Social is coming to Taupō on April 30.
The initiative is a women-only friendship matching platform founded and backed by Annah Stretton.
It helps women build real and lasting friendships with like-minded women nearby.
This is not a dating site. It is a secure, carefully designed space focused solely on connection and community.
Sisterhood Social offers a simple and secure way to meet women who share your interests, values, and stage of life.
Designed for women aged 40 and over, with applications welcomed from 35 upwards, it supports women to grow their circle, share experiences, discover new interests, and enjoy the confidence and companionship that come from belonging to a trusted community of women.
The Taupō event is on April 30 at 5.30pm at Rotary House and runs for one hour.
RSVP to sisterhoodsocial.co.nz
Conservation Week
April 21-26: Conservation week, with various events around the district.
April 21: Wicked Weeders at Karetoto Road, 12.30-2.45pm.
April 23: Tūrangi Backyard Trapping Project Monitoring Workshop at Tūrangi Library, 10.30am -12noon.
April 23: Lake Front Clean Up at 120 Lake Terrace, 2-4pm.
Other events
May 2: The Taupō Cosmopolitan Leisure Marching Team is hosting its MayDay event at the Taupō Events Centre starting at 11am. Twenty-two leisure marching teams from throughout the North Island will display their routines in a non-competitive event, culminating in a mass march that everyone can join. Entry is free. All are welcome.
May 6: National Super Blues Meeting, Wednesday May 6, 10am at the Cossie Club. This is an open meeting Hosted by local MP, Hon Louise Upston with special guest Hon Simon Watts. It's a great opportunity for the community to connect informally with their local MP about happenings in Wellington. Joining Louise to discuss ideas for policy, share views and provide feedback is Hon Simon Watts, Minister of Local Government, Minister for Energy, Minister of Climate Change, Minister of Revenue.
May 8: Midday Concert, 12-1pm at St Andrew’s Anglican Church. The concert will feature singer, songwriter and guitarist Paul Saker-Norrish. Come along and listen, bring a friend and $10 cash. Contact Tracey 0272 409 228 for any further details.
May 24: Taupo Choral presents Autumnal Tones. This concert has beautiful atmospheric tones reminding us of hope and peace. Featuring Taupo Choral singers and guest musicians, there will be a collection of songs honouring peace and harmony. Held at St. Andrew’s Church, Titiruapenga Street on Sunday 24 May at 3:00pm. Tickets: Adult $20, with under 18 free.
Regular events
Every Sunday: If you love to sing, have free time to take part in weekday concerts and can stay on your feet for a 30-minute performance, the AA65 choir would love you to join our group. We practise at 4pm every Sunday at Rotary House and sing at different venues every second month.
Now until June 30: The Tagged Trout Treasure Hunt involves 10 tagged trout released north, south, east, west and at the reef with each one caught earning a $500 cash prize. Join Taupō Fishing Club to enter ($40 membership) Anglers must hold a DOC Taupō District fishing licence. Email: taupofc@gmail.com or visit www.taupofishingclub.co.nz
The Ukulele Strummers meet on the first Sunday of each month and singers welcome too. Join us for a fun time with music from the 60's, 70's, 80's. All welcome.
The Taupō Scottish Country Dance Group meets every Thursday at St Pauls Uniting Church from 1.45–3.45pm. First session free, then $5. Meet people, maintain fitness, dance to enjoy Scottish music. Contact Margaret on greenmargaret26@gmail.com or 021 142 7590.
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