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Building here.for.it: Marina’s Business Journey
When Marina opened here.for.it in July 2024, she made an unusual move in today’s business climate by opening a physical store, in the...
7 days ago4 min read


Get Ready for Key Events in the Taupō District!
Taupō thrives on its vibrant event scene. From festivals and sports tournaments to conferences and community gatherings, these events...
Sep 42 min read


Quarterly Economic Monitor June 2025
The Taupō economy is still struggling but there are signs that the worst might be over. Infometrics provisionally estimates that the...
Aug 264 min read


New Hotel Investment Prospectus Sets the Stage for Taupō’s Visitor Economy Growth
Amplify, in collaboration with Destination Great Lake Taupō (DGLT) and Taupō District Council, has released a new Hotel Investment...
Jul 182 min read


A Seamless Transition at Euro Scaffolds
In the world of business, a change in ownership can be challenging but incredibly rewarding. Jason De Montalk and Brent Simpson’s...
Jul 94 min read


Quarterly Economic Monitor March 2025
Infometrics provisionally estimates that the Taupō economy contracted 1.4% over the year to March 2025. On a quarterly basis, the economy...
May 264 min read


Beyond The Track: Business Insights from the 2025 ITM Taupō Super 440
The 2025 ITM Taupō Super 440 once again brought national and international attention to the Taupō District, creating energy across the...
May 122 min read


Taupō District Business Sentiment Report - April 2025
Summary The April 2025 Taupō District Business Sentiment Survey highlights a stabilised and increasingly optimistic outlook among the...
May 78 min read


Taupō Spending Snapsot: International Visitors Lead Growth
A look at who’s spending, where they’re from, and what it means for the Taupō District economy. Recent data from Marketview, which...
Mar 273 min read


Quarterly Economic Monitor December 2024
Taupō is still in the grips of the country’s worst recession since 1991. Infometrics provisionally estimates that Taupō’s GDP declined...
Mar 64 min read


He Ahi Eco-Business Park: Taupō’s New Home For Sustainable Industry
Taupō’s journey towards a more sustainable, low-carbon future took a significant step forward recently with a karakia that marks the...
Feb 113 min read


VinFast IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship - Business Survey Summary
In December 2024, the VinFast IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship was hosted in Taupō, bringing significant international attention and...
Feb 45 min read


From Small Beginnings to Big Growth: How Kefi have navigated expansion, challenges and success
When Alexi and Natalie first opened Kefi cafe in 2015, they could hardly have imagined that just a few years later they’d be managing two...
Jan 303 min read


IRONMAN New Zealand 2025: Opportunities for Taupō’s Business Community
As March approaches, Taupō is once again preparing to host the prestigious IRONMAN New Zealand 2025, a bucket-list race for triathletes...
Jan 173 min read


Turning a passion for creativity into business
Starting a small business can be an exciting yet daunting venture. While the rewards of being your own boss and creating something from...
Dec 13, 20244 min read
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