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WELCOME TO AMPLIFY
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR TAUPO DISTRICT

Amplify is the economic development agency for the Taupō District and we exist to grow the local economy. We leverage Taupō’s natural advantages and work with business and stakeholders to champion sustainable growth throughout the district.


Our vision is that Taupō is a vibrant and prosperous district, where both talent and business thrive.
As an independent charitable trust, Amplify is led by Chairman Jo Bransgrove and an experienced Board, who collectively hold insight into the key industries in our district. The Amplify team is led by CEO, Rick Keehan with team members each having a clear area of expertise and focus including innovation and entrepreneurship, business growth and support, sector development and capability building.
Amplify’s three-year strategic plan frames up our six key pillars of work

Upcoming Events

  • Amp It Up Turangi Pitch Night
    Amp It Up Turangi Pitch Night
    Amp It Up Turangi Pitch Night
    Wed, 25 Sept
    Riverside Restaurant and Bar
    25 Sept 2024, 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
    Riverside Restaurant and Bar, 25 Te Arahori Street, Tūrangi 3334, New Zealand
    25 Sept 2024, 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
    Riverside Restaurant and Bar, 25 Te Arahori Street, Tūrangi 3334, New Zealand
    Our Amp It Up cohort has been working hard on their businesses, and this event will see them pitch their business ideas, with the chance to win a share of the prize money!
  • Turangi BA5
    Turangi BA5
    Turangi BA5
    Mon, 30 Sept
    Tūrangi MSD Office
    30 Sept 2024, 5:30 pm
    Tūrangi MSD Office, 69 Tūrangi Town Centre, Turangi
    30 Sept 2024, 5:30 pm
    Tūrangi MSD Office, 69 Tūrangi Town Centre, Turangi
    Join us at the Tūrangi MSD office, where we will hear from the new Regional Manager and local Case Managers, who will speak on some of the MSD / Employer initiatives available to get work ready WINZ clients into paid employment.
  • Improve your Financial Skills, Unlock Business Growth! – Turangi Event
    Improve your Financial Skills, Unlock Business Growth! – Turangi Event
    Improve your Financial Skills, Unlock Business Growth! – Turangi Event
    Tue, 05 Nov
    Tongariro National Trout Centre
    05 Nov 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
    Tongariro National Trout Centre, 257 State Highway 1, Rangipo 3382, New Zealand
    05 Nov 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
    Tongariro National Trout Centre, 257 State Highway 1, Rangipo 3382, New Zealand
    Are you ready to take your business to the next level? We’re excited to have BFA join us and present our next GROW workshop.
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Make Taupō Yours!

Finding the right balance is the key to success and happiness. Be it a thriving business, successful career or time with the family, you can create your balance right here in the Taupō District.

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