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	Tokoroa - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Tokoroa is the second largest town in the Waikato region of the North Island of New Zealand.
		Tokoroa is located mid-way between Taupo and Hamilton on State Highway One.
		Tokoroa lies in the centre of a triangle made up of the popular tourism destinations of Rotorua, Waitomo and Taupo.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Tokoroa (797 words)

	Tokoroa
		Tokoroa is the hub of New Zealand's massive forestry, timber and pulp and paper industries.
		It lies at the crossroads between the lush dairy farmland of the South Waikato and the vast plantation forests of the central North Island.
		Tokoroa is the gateway to many of the central North Island's tourist attractions.
	www.swktodc.govt.nz /district/district_info/tokoroa.asp (416 words)

	South Waikato - History
		The first sawmill in the district was installed by the Taupo Totara Timber Co. of Putaruru, in 1903 at Kopokorahi, 9.5km south of Tokoroa.
		The company owned a small area of bush on the hill summit, it was from this area that the logs were snigged and shot down the steep hillside arriving in the vicinity of the mill and tram line.
		One of the special features of Tokoroa is that people from over 25 different national origins have made their homes in the town giving Tokoroa multi-culturalism that no other New Zealand community can match.
	www.downtown.co.nz /SouthWaikato/History.html (650 words)

	Motor Garage and Repairs Business For Sale — Tokoroa New Zealand
		Tokoroa is the residential and commercial hub of the South Waikato.
		The town is the hub of New Zealand's massive forestry, timber and pulp and paper industries and the giant pulp and paper mill at nearby Kinleith is the main employer.
		Tokoroa has 9 primary schools, 2 intermediate schools and 2 secondary schools and there are 17 churches representing most denominations.
	www.aorata.com /robinsonmotors (872 words)

	Tokoroa Urban Area Community Profile(published) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		The unemployment rate in Tokoroa was 13.3 percent, compared with 7.5 percent for all of New Zealand.
		The average household size in Tokoroa was 2.9 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 Tokoroa was $117, compared with $174 for New Zealand as a whole.
	www2.stats.govt.nz /domino/external/web/CommProfiles.nsf/FindInfobyArea/102-ua (573 words)

	Tokoroa Fire Brigade - Appliances
		The appliance is also fully equipped with all the necessary fire fighting gear and with increased pumping capacity to the previous appliance is a great addition when utilised at larger fires.
		A fund raising project was launched and all funds were raised within the Tokoroa community, from businesses, raffles, service groups and many individual donations for the purchase of a new van.
		Although based at Tokoroa 872 is known as the Area Spare and can be utilised anywhere in the Bay Waikato area when necessary.
	www.tokoroafirebrigade.org.nz /appliances.html (325 words)

	EW Reminder for Tokoroa on Air Issues
		Tokoroa residents will get a leaflet in their letterboxes this week (from Monday, Sept 9) giving them tips on reducing air pollution in the town.
		Tokoroa has problems with air quality in winter, especially during mornings and evenings, when smoke from home heating adds fine particulates to the air.
		Burning wood was likely to cause most of Tokoroa’s air pollution, and 82 percent of residents used wood fires, which did not burn as cleanly as other fuels.
	www.ew.govt.nz /newsandevents/mediareleases/mr775635.htm (414 words)

	Tokoroa Street Names
		Kinleith was named by David Henry, the then Director of the mill, in recognition of the Kinleith Paper Mill on the waters of Leith near the Pentland Hills and Edinburgh in Scotland.
		This street was named in 1946 by the Tokoroa Progress League when it was envisaged that Bridge Street would have a bridge over the railway line linking State Highway 1 to Billah Street to avoid the level crossing.
		Mr Logan was an early Chairman of the “Town Committee” (1957) and an inaugural member of the Tokoroa Citizens and Ratepayers’ Association, formed 4 December 1950.
	www.swktodc.govt.nz /district/district_info/tok_street_names.asp (1808 words)

	Tokoroa, Central North Island, New Zealand, Jasons Travel Channel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Tokoroa lies at the heart of the central North Island's forestry area.
		Within 25 minutes drive of Tokoroa are the Whakamaru, Maraetai and Ohakuri hydro lakes and dams which are all popular for swimming, boating and fishing.
		Of note in Tokoroa is the Talking Poles Project - 13 poles in the central business district which celebrate life and the town's many diverse cultures.
	www.jasons.com /001323,NZL,NI,TAUPOROTO,TOKOR,PG,1,0.MEL (229 words)

	Tokoroa locals question name suppression - Newstalk ZB
		Tokoroa locals are questioning why name suppression has been handed to the man charged with murdering Lois Dear.
		A 23-year-old man appeared in the Tokoroa District Court yesterday, charged with killing the new entrant teacher nine days ago.
		They are arguing that so many people in Tokoroa know who the accused is and that the wider public is entitled to know too.
	www.newstalkzb.co.nz /newsdetail1.asp?storyID=100330 (317 words)

	Tokoroa Fire Brigade
		Tokoroa is the hub of New Zealand's massive forestry, timber and pulp and paper industries, located half-way between Hamilton and Taupo on State Highway 1.
		The town takes its name after the Maori chief,"Tokoroa" who was killed as he led his people gallantly against the british in the mid 1800s.
		We have a good working relationship with our neighbouring brigades, and have been known to, on occassion, have the odd refreshment with them as well.
	www.tokoroafirebrigade.org.nz /tokoroa.html (111 words)

	Times and Events 1975-2001 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		As Tokoroa was going to be the venue of the Hui Aranga in 1978, the Wellington Central Committee (about 150 people) gathered at Tokoroa on Queen's Birthday weekend.
		It was realised that Tokoroa needed a marae badly.
		On 15th February the Tokoroa Catholic Maori Society gathered in Te Whetu forest to say 'Karakia' before the first Totara log for the new marae would be hauled out.
	millhill.co.nz /1975-2002.htm (4671 words)

	A-Z Directory South Waikato - Directory for Businesses, Services, Organisations and Facilities (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		This reserve is a restful, natural setting with a picnic area and a Tokoroa talking pole for visitors to enjoy.
		As you travel between Putaruru and Tokoroa on SH 1 two significant monuments to early South Waikato life are clearly visible.
		Located within the South Waikato district Tirau is close to Putaruru, Tokoroa, Matamata and Cambridge and less than an hour’s drive from Hamilton, Rotorua, Tauranga and the popular beach resort of Mount Maunganui.
	www.azdirect.co.nz /southwaikato/attractions.asp (1367 words)

	Tokoroa murder accused denies charge \| NATIONAL \| NEWS \| tvnz.co.nz (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
		Tokoroa man Whetu te Hiko is accused of murdering 66-year-old Dear in her classroom at Strathmore Primary School in July, as she prepared lessons for the new school term.
		Tuesday's court appearance was the first time the victim's family had seen their mother's alleged killer face to face.
		There was tight security at court, after an uproar at te Hiko's first appearance when more than 100 Tokoroa locals gathered to unleash their anger at the accused.
	tvnz.co.nz /view/page/488120/832249 (279 words)

	Tokoroa Veterinary Services : Home
		Tokoroa and District Veterinary Services was established as a vet club in 1956.
		It was changed to a private contract practice in 1974, so we have been serving the public of the South Waikato, Whakamaru and Taupo regions for a long time now.
		Tokoroa and District Veterinary Services is a nine vet practice operating out of three branches at Tokoroa, Whakamaru and Taupo.
	www.tokvets.co.nz (114 words)

	Combined Lions Clubs of Tokoroa
		Tokoroa is the main town of the South Waikato, near the centre of the North Island of New Zealand in the Lions District 202C.
		Tokoroa has four Lions Clubs - a high number for a town with a population of approximately 13,000.
		The reason is simple - like the Lions of the world Tokoroa people care.
	www.tokoroalions.com (272 words)

	Tokoroa
		Situated on St. Highway 1, 5-kms south of Tokoroa.
		Tokoroa's pumice based quick drying course means that it is playable 365 days a year.
		The course is well grassed and well maintained throughout, the numerous trees growing to maturity and thoughtfully placed for best effect.
	www.waikatogolf.co.nz /index.asp?pageID=236 (86 words)

	South Waikato District Tourism
		Access to this lookout is via Sloss Road at Dunham's Park at the northern end of Tokoroa township, with extensive views as the reward for visiting.
		These three hydro lakes are all within a 25 minute drive from Tokoroa and provide ideal spots for swimming, boating and fishing.
		As you travel between Putaruru and Tokoroa on State Highway One, two significant monuments to early South Waikato life are clearly visible.
	www.downtown.co.nz /SouthWaikato/Tourism.html (969 words)

	TOKOROA CULTURE ON DISPLAY
		An exhibition entitled Homeboy/homegirl ’04: Tokoroa Reprezent, curated by Leafa/Janice Wilson and sponsored by the South Waikato District Council, is running at Waikato University’s WEL Energy Trust Academy of Performing Arts till 29 August.
		The curator and Tokoroa artist, Leafa/Janice Wilson set out to show how this group of artists had been shaped by the unique cultural environment of this creative south Waikato town.
		“When I came to think about all the people from Tokoroa that were involved in the arts in some way it amazed me,” she said.
	www.waikato.ac.nz /news/index.shtml?article=385 (333 words)

	Home
		The Golf Club is located on SH1, five kilometres South of Tokoroa.
		Discover and play the Tokoroa Golf course and live in the clean, green and friendly atmosphere that Tokoroa is famous for.
		The Tokoroa Golf Club is one of the Waikato’s premier courses.
	www.tokoroa-golf.org.nz (148 words)

	Tokoroa accused's identity revealed - Newstalk ZB
		The name suppression order for the man accused of killing Tokoroa teacher Lois Dear has expired.
		Whetu Te Hiko has made his second appearance in the Tokoroa District Court.
		The 23-year-old is charged with murdering the 66-year-old in her Strathmore School classroom earlier this month.
	www.newstalkzb.co.nz /newsdetail1.asp?storyID=100650 (208 words)

	EO Newsroom: New Images - Plantation forestry harvesting near Tokoroa , New Zealand
		Forests are being harvested near Tokoroa, New Zealand, which has been described as the hub of New Zealand's forestry industry.
		According to an Earth Observatory reader, the land use pattern that looks like tan beads on a string are clearings used to stock timber before it is sent to pulp and paper mills about 4 km south of Tokoroa.
		The light green areas around the town are dairy farms.
	earthobservatory.nasa.gov /Newsroom/NewImages/images.php3?img_id=9309 (146 words)

	Tokoroa
		Local Tokoroa residents and owners Russell and Gaye Hoskins have owned and operated their business since 2001 and have just finished major renovations to become STIHL SHOP™ Tokoroa.
		STIHL SHOP™ Tokoroa specialise in Forestry, Domestic, Farming, Lifestyle and Commercial outdoor power equipment including Chainsaws, Lawn Tractors, Lawn Mowers, Line Trimmers, Hedge cutters, Engines, Generators, Water Pumps, Blowervacs, Concrete Cutter, Water Blasters and are also Walker Service Dealers.
		STIHL SHOP™ Tokoroa pride them selves in offering customer’s excellent product and technical knowledge and the very best in servicing with fully qualified technicians sharing over 20 years experience.
	www.stihlshop.co.nz /Tokoroa_92.aspx (137 words)

	Tokoroa NZ Drags - Car Forums and Automotive Chat
		Always found the Tokoroa Drags fun, although times are a little slower than Meremere:)
		I may go to it since I am not too far away from Tokoroa...
		11-12-2001, 02:04 AM Silvia club drags are the same day at Meremere, I will be there I guess, I must come to the Tokoroa ones soon though.
	www.automotiveforums.com /t10849-tokoroa_nz_drags.html (291 words)

	Sports Features Communications - Press Point
		Due to logging at Big Rock, the Tokoroa MTB Club have been developing a new
		Travel south on state highway one into Tokoroa.
		Travel north on state highway one into Tokoroa.
	www.sportsfeatures.com /PressPoint/show.php?id=19605 (392 words)

	The Tokoroa Radio Control Club Newsletter
		On the weekend of Novermber 6/7, the Tokoroa RC Club held its twice-annual Jet rally, an event which attracted turbine fliers from all around the North Island.
		As was the case last November, the weekend was blessed with fine weather and just enough wind to make take-offs and landings easier.
		Full-sized air-traffic was very light and the models had almost uninterrupted use of the sky and the 850m of sealed runway that the Tokoroa airfield provides.
	aardvark.co.nz /tokmac/200411.shtml (711 words)

	Scoop: Tokoroa Is Tops Again
		Twelve months after they stole the thunder from the bigger offices, Tokoroa was voted ‘Top for Number of Sales Overall’ at the 2006 Harveys Annual Real Estate Awards.
		With a sales staff of less than five sales people and a small catchment area, Tokoroa not only won their category with 186 during the year, they were voted No 1 overall for the second consecutive year, based on the total sales divided by the number of sales people.
		Linda says the Tokoroa real estate market is very boisterous at present and she is looking to grow the sales team and increase the total number of sales in the next 12 months.
	www.scoop.co.nz /stories/BU0606/S00283.htm (1019 words)

	Tokoroa Kart Club Inc. - News
		You must be a current financial member of the Tokoroa Kart Club;
		At Tokoroa Kart Club we are honouring this ruling.
		We will however, have a few available to lease on a first in first served basis.
	www.kartsportwaikato.co.nz /news.htm (235 words)

	www.cyclingnews.com news and analysis
		The fourth round of the XC Community Trust National Series was held at the brand new Cougar Mountain Bike Park, close to the township of Tokoroa.
		Due to logging at Big Rock, the Tokoroa MTB Club have recently developed this fantastic facility, officially opened by the Mayor on Saturday.
		A hot and humid day, combined with a slow twisty course tested riders, as the Men's Pro-Elite race was once again won by Michael Northcott (Mangakino), only having to start the Auckland round in order to clinch the title.
	www.cyclingnews.com /mtb.php?id=mtb/2005/feb05/feb05mtbNZLnat_series4 (406 words)

	RedOrbit - Science - Solid Energy Dispute May Close Hospitals
		Workers at Huntly East, Rotowaro and a South Island mine won't load coal trains during a pay dispute, leading to the suspension of the workforce.
		A company spokeswoman said hospitals in Masterton, Taupo, Tokoroa and Waihi might have to close unless alternative heating was found.
		Waikato District Health Board spokeswoman Bee Pears said Tokoroa had enough coal until Tuesday when a fresh delivery of several days' worth was due.
	www.redorbit.com /news/display?id=178242&source=r_science (296 words)

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