3 minUsing technology to turbo-charge Taupō tourismWhat does technology have to do with tourism in Taupō? Digital data and marketing are some of the most effective tools for reaching...
2 minTauhara project attracts talent to TaupoThe largest geothermal development in New Zealand in over a decade is well underway at the foot of Mount Tauhara. Contact Energy’s new...
2 minOwning their futureThe opportunity to work for themselves, in a business they could do from anywhere convinced Jo and Phil Caira to take the leap and...
4 minOpportunity knocksAfter living in cities overseas and in New Zealand, Emma Whitlock and husband Andy knew that they wanted to bring up their children in...
3 minFinding freedom and flexibility in TaupoThe fantastic Taupō lifestyle was part of the inspiration for Nic McCondach and Heather Sumpter when they started a business that focuses...
2 minSort out your nerves and your body will heal itselfKeeping your spine and nervous system healthy is a great way to prevent injuries and allow your body to function at its best. Kasey and...
2 minConfinement 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...
2 minRemote 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...
2 minIt’s a pretty special way of lifeTwo years ago, Katy Glenie and her husband Mike welcomed their daughter Rosie into the world. The family loved living in Wellington and...
2 minFilming business reaches new heightsJoel Corbett originally moved to Taupō to start a career in skydiving. After completing his training in Christchurch, Joel was keen to...
2 minNew role connecting jobs and workersConnecting training organisations, employers and skilled job seekers to help build a strong local economy is the focus of Amplify’s Tanya...
2 minFoodie on a mission: Meet 18-year-old Taupō entrepreneur Olivia MooreTaupō-based Olivia Moore is a young businesswoman on a mission. At the age of 15 she launched ‘Top That!’ vegan meal toppers. With the...
2 minThe land of milk and honeyInternationally there is a growing demand for products that are natural, healthy, and produced sustainably. The team at Onetai Station...
3 minTaupo based Activated Carbon - environmental and business win:winTaupo-based Activated Carbon NZ is the ultimate example of an environmental and business win:win. The company makes a range of products...
2 minAward winning Taupo Top 10When 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...
3 min'Huge growth' in automated lighting benefits Taupō firm Pure LEDThe construction sector continues to boom in New Zealand, with new homes and business premises springing up across the country....
2 minAmplify Board Appointment 2021Amplify is the Economic Development Agency for the Taupo district, and is charged with growing the local economy. They are an independent...
2 minNew bus service takes offA new bus service from Turangi for Toi Ohomai students has taken off with a hiss and a roar, transporting over 45 students to the...
2 minA slice of Italy in TaupōAlthough COVID travel restrictions mean that Italy is currently off the holiday destination list for most, not to worry. You can still...
2 minBusiness Mentor a sounding board and fresh perspectiveStarting 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...