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What Is financial freedom — and how do you get there?
We all dream about “financial freedom.” For some, it means retiring early; for others, it’s being able to say yes to life without worrying about the bills. But whatever it looks like for you, financial freedom isn’t just about how much money you have — it’s about having choices.
Full steam ahead for power station
Mercury has officially opened its $220 million expansion project at its Ngā Tamariki Geothermal Station near Taupō.
What it takes to stay in business
Sue and John Collett still remember their children roller-skating on the freshly polished concrete floors of their Totara Point store.
The Bard but not as we know it
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged and revised)
Messages provide boost to athletes
Taupō primary schools have been given barbecues as a thankyou to pupils who wrote more than 1,500 motivational letters to welcome athletes to this year’s Anzco Foods Ironman New Zealand.
A quick trip to the Strait of Hormuz
Financial columnist Brian Coogan writes about the impact of global events on New Zealand’s economic recovery. He also has personal experience with the current choke point for trade following a visit to the Strait of Hormuz. Here are his observations.
The economic effects of global tension
The effect of global tension on economic recovery
Ticket giveaway for superbikes
Six national titles will be decided at the final round of the New Zealand Superbike Championship at Taupō this weekend.
The rise of property flippers
One of the country's most prominent buyers' agencies has complained to the Real Estate Authority about a rise in ‘property flippers’ making six-figures from unwitting vendors.
Bringing back the music
Tūrangi’s Reti Hedley and Waikato musician Moetu Smith are pushing the boundaries of paoro taonga – traditional Māori music and instruments.
The making of Owen Delany Park
Taupō is well known for its glamour events on the lakefront, but locals know the hard mahi goes on behind the scenes at Owen Delany Park.
A race against the odds
Kirsty Parsons has made history, becoming the first New Zealander with cystic fibrosis (CF) to complete an Ironman.
Keeping up with senior services
The Seniors' Expo returns to the Great Lake Centre on March 18, bringing together 55 organisations and services relevant to older members of the Taupō community.
Refinance for cashflow easing
While we’ve done a great job bringing down inflation and interest rates and generally setting ourselves on a path to economic recovery, the latest geopolitical events that are hopefully short-lived highlight the need for flexibility. To that end it’s timely to take a look at options available.
Growing a strong community
Taupō Community Gardens is having a growth spurt as more residents turn to cultivating their own produce to help bridge the gap in the grocery budget.
Ferrari’s big Taupō celebration
The Ferrari Owners Club of New Zealand marks its 40th anniversary this weekend with a three-day celebration in Taupō featuring 75 Ferraris — the largest gathering in the club's history.
Chev classics rev up Taupō
Nearly 130 classic Chevrolets from across New Zealand will converge on TaupōPrimarySchool onSunday,March15for what organisers say will be the country's largest gatheringofTri-FiveChevys—1955, 1956and 1957 models
Bridging the gap
Taupo Bridge Club is experiencing unprecedented interest from new players.
Mixed Berry Rhubarb Pie
Recipe sponsored by Chef’s Compliments
Making Money Work for You: Simple Investing Basics
When most people hear the word investing, they picture the share market, risk, or needing loads of spare cash. But the truth is, investing isn’t just for the wealthy — it’s for anyone who wants their money to quietly grow while they sleep.
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