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Winston rides into town
It’s been 48 years since Winston Peters first entered Parliament and he sticks around because he wants young people to have the same opportunities that he did.
Events Guide - July
July 3: Join us for a delightful Midday Concert celebrating the joy of choral music, featuring two vibrant Taupō choirs.
The future of Taupō District
Five weeks ago, local government reform was a slow-moving Central Government project.
GLC gets a makeover
She turned 30 in 2022, officially opening in August 1992, and now the Great Lake Centre is getting a make-over.
Musicals on hold as costs rise
A perfect storm of circumstances means Act 2 Visual and Performing Arts School artistic director Toni Neve has had to make the difficult decision to cease staging large scale end of year musical productions.
Finals fever for top businesses
The Taupō Business Chamber has officially announced the finalists for the 2025 Unison Great Lake Taupō Business Awards.
Recognition for hard working volunteers
Thousands of volunteers are quietly beavering away behind the scenes every week, keeping Taupō ticking over.
Pause for a good cause
Community groups from across the district are joining forces this weekend to showcase the work they do.
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