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Topic: Taupo District


  
  Taupo - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Taupo is a small urban area in the centre of the North Island of New Zealand.
Until 1989 Taupo was officially described as a city, but it is now administered by the Taupo District Council, the district including both Taupo itself and the surrounding hinterland.
Taupo is located at the north-east corner of Lake Taupo, and functions as a tourist centre, particularly in the summer, as it offers panoramic views over the Lake and Mountains to the south.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Taupo   (292 words)

  
 Lake Taupo - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lake Taupo is a lake situated in the North Island of New Zealand.
Lake Taupo is 90% of the physical size of the island of Singapore.
The town of Taupo is hugely popular with events, one in particular that is held each year is the 'Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge' where cycling enthusiasts cycle around the lake, this usually take an entire day.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lake_Taupo   (517 words)

  
 Taupo - LoveToKnow 1911
TAUPO, a township of East Taupo county, New Zealand, in the south-west of the Hot Spring district of North Island.
The district abounds in geysers, springs, mud volcanoes and other phenomena; some of the waters have petrifying powers, and some of the springs are vividly coloured.
Lake Taupo is finely situated, hills rising over 2000 ft. immediately from the shores, while the mountains of Tongariro, Ngauruhoe, an active volcano, and Ruapehu, a snow-clad peak, back the view to the south and mark the limit of the great volcanic line which extends 160 m.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /Taupo   (243 words)

  
 Impacts of Dairy Conversion in the Taupo District - 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The geology of the district is inextricably tied to the history of volcanic activity in the area.
Lake Taupo and the mountains of the central volcanic plateau are a significant attraction for tourism and recreational activities.
Given that dairy farming in the Taupo District represents less than 1% of national production, and that Lake Taupo is of national and international importance, serious consideration must be given to increased monitoring and modelling of impacts, and a pro-active stance of landowner education/advice to mitigate or avoid adverse impacts.
www.maf.govt.nz /mafnet/rural-nz/profitability-and-economics/trends/dairy-conversions/dairyco1.htm   (1602 words)

  
 Smart Business - Lake Taupo Business and Economic Development, Lake Taupo Business Development, Taupo Investment, Taupo ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Of the district's land area, 29.6 percent (18,7861 ha) is classified as farmland, and the bulk of this is currently used to raise sheep and cattle.
Comparing the importance of the sector at a district and national level, forestry is 9.82 times more important in employment terms in the district than to the country as a whole.
The Lake Taupo District is primarily a domestic holiday, with more that 78 percent of commercial accommodation nights sold to New Zealanders for the year to December 2001.
www.smartbusinessnz.co.nz /key_industries.htm   (1309 words)

  
 Welcome To Lakes District Health Board
The Lakes DHB hospitals at Rotorua and Taupo are an example of one of the groups the DHB funds.
Approximately one third of the Lakes population lives in the Taupo region and two thirds live in the Rotorua region.  A total of 35 per cent of the Lakes population is Maori, which is more than double the national percentage.
Rotorua and Taupo Hospitals provide a range of services to the people of the Lakes district.  The population of the Lakes DHB area includes Rotorua and district, Reporoa, Taupo, Turangi, Kaingaroa Village and Mangakino.
www.lakesdhb.govt.nz   (253 words)

  
 Taupo New Zealand
The Lake Taupo district is an area of considerable beauty and diversity, offering a wide range of activities, adventures and scenic opportunities.
Often described as the jewel in the crown of the North Island, Lake Taupo is set amidst clean, green countryside, spectacular mountain scenery, beautiful native bush and some of the largest pine forests in the Southern Hemisphere.
On a quieter note, Lake Taupo also offers every opportunity for you to unwind and relax, be it with a round of golf on one of the many top quality golf courses, or a cruise around some of the more secluded bays on the lake.
www.luxuryadventures.co.nz /new_zealand/taupo.htm   (1071 words)

  
 EW Ratepayers, Taxpayers Fund Lake Taupo Protection
Ratepayers in Taupo District and the Waikato Region have been told of proposals to help pay the $81.5 million needed over the next 15 years to protect Lake Taupo from the effects of nitrogen runoff.
Because Taupo District is part of Environment Waikato’s Region, its 22 percent contribution will be a combination of Regional and district rates.
Taupo Mayor Clayton Stent said it was generally accepted that people who lived in the Taupo area and enjoyed the Lake would logically need to contribute financially.
www.ew.govt.nz /newsandevents/mediareleases/mr896146.htm   (855 words)

  
 Taupo District Community Profile(published)
The unemployment rate in Taupo District was 7.7 percent, compared with 7.5 percent for all of New Zealand.
The average household size in Taupo District was 2.6 people, compared with 2.7 for all of New Zealand.
For dwellings that were rented, the average weekly rent paid for permanent private dwellings in Taupo District was $150, compared with $174 for New Zealand as a whole.
www2.stats.govt.nz /domino/external/web/CommProfiles.nsf/FindInfobyArea/021-ta   (587 words)

  
 Fr.Langerwerf   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
On account of the district's isolation and the difficulty of getting provisions from the coast, Spencer did not remain long in Taupo and removed himself to the Tarawera Lake district.
The Roman Catholic Church was established in the Taupo district in 1850.
Orkley, Member for the Rotorua district said: ".......The Company is managed by a gentleman who ought to receive the respect and thanks of everybody who has the interests of the natives at heart.
millhill.co.nz /Langerwerf.htm   (4220 words)

  
 Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - About Us
The Taupo District Museum of Art and History has operated as an incorporated society since its establishment in 1975.
In October 2005, Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery became a business unit of the Taupo District Council to take advantage of cost efficiences and the need for increased resourcing of the operation.
Taupo Borough Council gave the Museum Society permission to add a wing on to the Taupo Municipal Library which was an early Taupo post office (see photo this page).
www.taupomuseum.co.nz /Home/About_Us_IDL=1_IDT=88_ID=532_.html   (612 words)

  
 Ambleside : Taupo Bed & Breakfast, Bed & Breakfast Accommodation, luxury accommodation taupo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Some of these locations include the famous Huka Falls, the amazing Aratiatia Rapids (which fill as the gates on the dam at the top of the rapids are opened several times a day) and the spectacular Craters of the Moon or the magic of Orakei Korako, the Hidden Valley.
Taupo is the perfect place to base yourself as you explore the central North Island.
Of course there is the Lions walk, which follows the shoreline of Lake Taupo for several kilometers, or you could choose from any of the five challenging and interesting golf courses in the area or simply enjoy the spectacular scenery that is Taupo.
www.ambleside.co.nz /taupo.htm   (385 words)

  
 TAUPO - 1966 Encyclopaedia of New Zealand
Taupo is situated on the eastern bank of the Waikato River at its outlet from Lake Taupo, and at the head of Tapuaeharuru Bay.
By road Taupo is 53 miles southwest of Rotorua, 40 miles south-east of Tokoroa, 96 ½ miles north-west of Napier, and 91 miles north-east of Taihape via Waiouru and Turangi.
Taupo became a road district in 1946 and, in 1953, was constituted a borough.
www.teara.govt.nz /1966/T/Taupo/Taupo/en   (928 words)

  
 Taupo holiday homes, accommodation and bach rental in NZ
Wharewaka is renowned for the safe pleasant swimming beaches which are sheltered from the prevailing wind.The house is in a quiet area which is safe for c...
The cottage is situated on the shores of Lake Taupo.
Hatepe is a sleepy fly fishing village situated 20 minutes from the town of Taupo.
www.bookabach.co.nz /__Taupo-Rotorua.cfm?startRow=26   (2025 words)

  
 The Department of Internal Affairs: Other Services - Harbourmaster Service at Lake Taupo
Lake Taupo facilities managed by the Department of Internal Affairs includes launching ramps, jetties, wharves and marinas.
There are of course others, but in all cases when sighting a buoy or beacon, refer to your chart to positively identify the danger, its depth and position.
Anglers must have a current licence for the Taupo fishing district, administered by the Department of Conservation.
www.dia.govt.nz /diawebsite.nsf/wpg_URL/Services-Other-Services-Harbourmaster-Service-at-Lake-Taupo?OpenDocument   (1118 words)

  
 Taupo Motorsport Park - Taupo, New Zealand
Taupo Motorsport Park is set to become New Zealand ’s premier motorsport venue.
The announcement was made in Auckland today by A1GP chief operating officer David Clare in the presence of Prime Minister Helen Clark, key Cabinet Minister Trevor Mallard and the race managers.
Taupo will be the first meeting of 2007.
tauporacetrack.co.nz   (135 words)

  
 Cemeteries   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Taupo District Council undertakes to provide a reliable and responsive internment service within the Taupo District.
This is in accordance with the Cemetery and Cremations Act 1964 and the District Cemetery Bylaws.
Taupo has an historic cemetery and one Maori cemetery located on Lake Terrace.
www.taupodc.govt.nz /CouncilServices/More+Services/Cemeteries.htm   (382 words)

  
 xtri.com | news headlines   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
This was announced by the World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), owners of the Ironman brand, in a new partnership with Taupo District Council who will take a direct involvement in the running of the event.
"We have worked with the folk at Taupo District Council for several years and now we believe it is opportune for us to structure a partnership that will see this town have a direct stake in the future of the event.
Mr Fertic said the organisation of the New Zealand event was held in the highest regard with participation doubled in the eight years in Taupo.
www.xtri.com /headline-v.asp?nID=1354   (539 words)

  
 Lake Taupo Events
Participants need to book their Taupo accommodation in June-July as the Lake Taupo district's accommodation is stretched to its limit over the event weekend.
The Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is held in Lake Taupo, New Zealand on the last Saturday in November each year, participants need to book their Taupo accommodation early (at least 2-3 months) as the Lake Taupo district's accommodation is stretched to its limit over the event weekend.
The Levene Half Marathon is held in Lake Taupo, New Zealand on the first Sunday in August each year; participants need to book their Taupo accommodation in June-July as the Lake Taupo district's accommodation is stretched to its limit over the event weekend.
www.taupohotsprings.com /page.php?PK_PAGE_ID=78   (2047 words)

  
 Fishing New Zealand, New Zealand Fishing Vacation : North Island   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
The Lake Taupo district is located in the centre of New Zealand's North Island, about 3 hours drive south of your international arrival city of Auckland.
Taupo trout are wild stock reliant on natural spawning and growth to maintain their populations.
Becky and Rob have a son in Texas and a son in New Zealand, and a resident cat - Pillpot - at the lodge.
www.fishinginnewzealand.com /climate.htm   (1061 words)

  
 Impacts of Dairy Conversion in the Taupo District - 3.0 TERMS OF REFERENCE
3.3.3 Establish the situation for dairy farming in the Taupo District, using a methodology to be developed in consultation with MAF Policy.
To investigate the economic, social and environmental impacts and implications of large-scale dairy conversions in the Taupo District.
District infrastructure: salient features relating to agriculture, including roading, upstream servicing industries (stock agents, freight firms, fertiliser supplies), processing industries (meat, wool, dairy, wood), electricity, water supplies, schools, public transport, rural retail outlets.
www.maf.govt.nz /mafnet/rural-nz/profitability-and-economics/trends/dairy-conversions/dairyco3.htm   (1281 words)

  
 EW Clean Energy Option for Taupo
The Lake Taupo Development Company is planning a clean energy centre using the natural attributes and strengths of the Taupo District - geothermal, biomass and fresh water.
The economic development agency for the Taupo District’s key project is to investigate the growing of woody shrubs to ‘farm’ biomass energy as an alternative to farming in the area.
The project was important to the Taupo economy as it potentially addressed sustainable land use change, sustainable energy production, commercial viability for landowners, biodegradable plastics and a more diversified and robust economy for the Taupo district, he said.
www.ew.govt.nz /newsandevents/mediareleases/mr984597.htm   (604 words)

  
 Taupo Development, Business Opportunities Taupo New Zealand, Investment Opportunities Taupo
In 2002, citizens of the Taupo District - through a process that engaged more than 1000 participants - defined a growth plan for the district.
Lake Taupo Development Company's mission is to help ensure a successful and prosperous future for the Taupo District of New Zealand while protecting our most valuable asset: Lake Taupo.
With an emphasis on producing measurable results through community action and enterprise, Lake Taupo Development Company focuses on 8 key areas: education, energy, forestry and wood processing, agriculture and horticulture, Maori economic development, community economic development in Turangi and Mangakino, and support for innovation and entrepreneurship.
www.laketaupodevelopment.com   (154 words)

  
 GIS
Presently, the Taupo District Council Property Enquiry System works with a screen resolution of 800x600 or higher, with Internet Explorer versions 5.5 and higher, and Netscape versions 7.0 and higher.
Taupo District Council has been using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology since 1997 and now holds a large resource of Geographic information, some of which is now available to you via this site.
Street maps are available for all of the urban areas throughout the Taupo District.
gis.taupo.govt.nz   (280 words)

  
 Government / Local Bodies in Mangakino, Taupo, Christchurch, Paraparaumu, Blenheim, Auckland, Wellington, Hastings, Te ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
The Marlborough District Council covering Blenheim, Picton, Havelock, Ward, Seddon and Pelorus, is a unitary authority having the functions, duties and powers of both a regional council and a territorial authority.
The Carterton district is located in the Wairarapa between Greytown and Masterton and has an area of 1,145 square kilometres.
Carterton district is bounded by the Waiohine River to the south and the Waingawa River to the north and stretches from the...
www.ubd.co.nz /all-categories/Government-and-Local-Bodies   (576 words)

  
 2020 Taupo Nui A Tia - FAQ's
These values were first published in the Lake Taupo Accord and have since been confirmed by other surveys carried out by GNS (Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences Ltd), Environment Waikato and the VAST project (Vibrant and Sustainable Taupo).
The purpose of 2020 TAP is to protect the health of Lake Taupo and its surrounding areas for future generations.
These changes are part of a strategy to reduce nitrogen to the Lake from catchment land uses, in partnership with central government, Taupo District Council and Tuwharetoa.
www.taupoinfo.org.nz /faq.asp   (425 words)

  
 Computerworld > Taupo to build high-tech university   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
The Taupo District Council is building a technology university based on the highly successful University of Limerick (UL) in Ireland.
The Taupo District Council is building a technology university based on the University of Limerick (UL) in Ireland.
The Taupo District Council is keen to repeat that achievement and classes are expected to start in 2002.
computerworld.co.nz /news.nsf/UNID/CC256CED0016AD1ECC25684C000E2C38?opendocument   (529 words)

  
 CAR . CO . NZ Motor Racing: New Zealands premier website for motoring and motorsport enthusiasts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Taupo District Council has settled on terms for leasing land it owns on the eastern outskirts of Taupo for development of a multi million dollar international motor race track and associated business park.
Taupo District Council has granted 33 year leases to a private investor company, MIT Development, that will develop, and in conjunction with Taupo Car Club, manage the extended facility.
The lease for the Taupo Car Club’s existing 1.4 kilometre motor race track is being assigned to MIT Development.
www.car.co.nz /race.asp?articleid=2060   (608 words)

  
 EW Protecting Lake Taupo
Scientists agree that Lake Taupo is under threat from increasing nitrogen leaching from land uses in the catchment.
This fund will be used to encourage and assist land-use change, and to purchase land in the Lake Taupo catchment, as well as other initiatives to assist landowners to reduce the nitrogen impact of their activities on the lake.
The $81.5 million fund arises from the contributions by Environment Waikato, Taupo District Council and central government, who are all involved in the project to enhance the long-term health of Lake Taupo.
www.ew.govt.nz /policyandplans/taupo   (1276 words)

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