Using technology to turbo-charge Taupō tourism
What does technology have to do with tourism in Taupō? Digital data and marketing are some of the most effective tools for reaching...
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Tauhara project attracts talent to Taupo
The largest geothermal development in New Zealand in over a decade is well underway at the foot of Mount Tauhara. Contact Energy’s new...
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Owning their future
The opportunity to work for themselves, in a business they could do from anywhere convinced Jo and Phil Caira to take the leap and...
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Opportunity knocks
After living in cities overseas and in New Zealand, Emma Whitlock and husband Andy knew that they wanted to bring up their children in...
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Finding freedom and flexibility in Taupo
The fantastic Taupō lifestyle was part of the inspiration for Nic McCondach and Heather Sumpter when they started a business that focuses...
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Sort out your nerves and your body will heal itself
Keeping your spine and nervous system healthy is a great way to prevent injuries and allow your body to function at its best. Kasey and...
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Confinement Escape Rooms starts up
“There’s nothing to do in Taupō on a rainy day”. It’s a common misconception that Deiryn Wallace is keen to debunk. Deiryn is the owner...
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Remote working from the moon? Anything's possible!
For Richard Fitzgerald, Director of IT service company 2Gen, remote working has quickly become an essential part of his business. Richard...
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It’s a pretty special way of life
Two years ago, Katy Glenie and her husband Mike welcomed their daughter Rosie into the world. The family loved living in Wellington and...
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Filming business reaches new heights
Joel Corbett originally moved to Taupō to start a career in skydiving. After completing his training in Christchurch, Joel was keen to...
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New role connecting jobs and workers
Connecting training organisations, employers and skilled job seekers to help build a strong local economy is the focus of Amplify’s Tanya...
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Foodie on a mission: Meet 18-year-old Taupō entrepreneur Olivia Moore
Taupō-based Olivia Moore is a young businesswoman on a mission. At the age of 15 she launched ‘Top That!’ vegan meal toppers. With the...
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The land of milk and honey
Internationally there is a growing demand for products that are natural, healthy, and produced sustainably. The team at Onetai Station...
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Taupo based Activated Carbon - environmental and business win:win
Taupo-based Activated Carbon NZ is the ultimate example of an environmental and business win:win. The company makes a range of products...
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Award winning Taupo Top 10
When Suzi Blank and her husband Darren moved down from Auckland to take over Taupō TOP 10 two years ago, they had a lot of plans for the...
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'Huge growth' in automated lighting benefits Taupō firm Pure LED
The construction sector continues to boom in New Zealand, with new homes and business premises springing up across the country....
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Amplify Board Appointment 2021
Amplify is the Economic Development Agency for the Taupo district, and is charged with growing the local economy. They are an independent...
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New bus service takes off
A new bus service from Turangi for Toi Ohomai students has taken off with a hiss and a roar, transporting over 45 students to the...
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A slice of Italy in Taupō
Although COVID travel restrictions mean that Italy is currently off the holiday destination list for most, not to worry. You can still...
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Business Mentor a sounding board and fresh perspective
Starting or growing a business can be tough. There’s a lot to learn, and it’s often hard to know where to find support. Working with a...
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