33THIRTY WINTER 2018

WINTER 2018

TAU P Ō' S B US I N E S S & L I F E S T Y L E M A G A Z I N E

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WE’VE SAID NO TO PLASTIC BAGS SuperValue Paetiki is leading the way, with the removal of plastic bags from their supermarket since Mid-January 2018 to solidifying their environmental stance.

Local owners, Murray and Bronwyn Graham commented, “We want to do our bit to make the world a better place by reducing the use of unnecessary plastic in our store.

So we’re starting in our own backyard.”  Customers can bring their own bag or box

Local Family Owned Business with an in-store butchery

 Customers can purchase one of a range of reusable bags, designed for a range of budgets

 Customers can re-use cardboard boxes from the store

 Or Borrow a Boomerang Bag from the checkout to return on their next visit.

SuperValue Paetiki is a local supermarket based in the Paetiki shopping centre.

Locally owned and operated by Murray and Bronwyn Graham, their awesome team pride themselves on quick and friendly service and will go over and above for their customers. You can find us on Facebook or www.supervalue.co.nz

222 Taharepa Road, Taupo · Ph 07 378 7206

Open Monday to Saturday, 7am – 8pm; Sunday 8am – 8pm

 Israel Taylor

Winter starts here ...

Welcome to another full-on winter in Taupō! How lucky are we to be part of a town that celebrates winter in so many ways?

As usual, you’ve got all your old favourites to look forward to – the Winter Festival, ski fields, hot pools, school holiday programme and plenty of après-ski and off-mountain activities. And this time there’s an even bigger events schedule, check it out in our ‘what’s on’ section on page 10.

This edition, we talk to Mike King about his recent ‘I Am Hope’ Tour, give you an update on developments in our industrial hub, recommend some ‘au naturel’ immunity boosters to help you get through the winter, drive the racetrack as our latest bucket list item and more!

Thanks for joining us for this edition, and for more online-only stories and full list of events, head to our website, 33Thirty.co.nz. As always, we love to hear what you think and any ideas you might have for our next issue. Plus, don’t forget to take our reader survey giveaway, find out how you can enter below.

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Issue 6 Winter 2018 TAUPŌ'S BUSINESS & LIFEST YLE MAGAZINE

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We Love Winter in Taupō

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Event Showcase

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SE A SON HIGH LIGH TS

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What's On

I Am Hope

W IN T ER E V EN TS

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The Hub Update

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Time for a Boost!

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Big Days and Big Nights … on Snow!

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Do You Know Any of Our 'Superheroes'?

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Life Needs Adventure!

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What's the Buzz?

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Four Reasons Why Winter is a Good Time to Sell

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Braised Lamb Shanks with Black Beans & Chilli

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Warming Winter Wines

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Dad's Day Out

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Your Mess Is Our Problem

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RUA PEHU A LPINE LIF TS

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The Bucket List

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The Bright-Line Rule

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M IK E K ING

Connecting Young Professionals in Taupō

TAU PŌ YOUNG PROF ESSIONA LS

Supporting Learning in Taupō for 20 Years K I P McGR AT H

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Making a Difference

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Facebook Marketing 101

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H E A LT H & LIF EST Y L E

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T H E M ERCH A N T

FAT H ER'S DAY F E AT U R E

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 Tūroa Ski Area, Mt Ruapehu

winter

We love

in Taupō

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nd you’ll love it too because it’s a great place to be even when the weather turns cold, with plenty to see and do.

This is highlighted during July when Taupō Winter Festival hosts events for all ages and tastes, and this years’ event is an extra special one as we celebrate our 10-year anniversary with our sister city in Suzhou, China.

I won’t give it all away here, but it really is a must see for us all.

The Winter Festival website is just one great source of information, with a full schedule of the happenings over the week. Find out more at www.taupowinterfestival.co.nz.

I encourage anyone who can to get along and check it out.

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In addition to this, winter means skiing and snowboarding for those who can take advantage of our fine ski fields in the Central Plateau.

Taupō is partnering with Tourism New Zealand and Ruapehu Alpine Lifts to bring Australian snow lovers here to experience all we have to offer, and as Taupō and Turangi serve as gateways to these ski fields the accompanying increase in visitor numbers will be a great boost to our local economy.

The cooler months certainly don’t dampen the spirits of our local restaurant and café owners either.

There is nothing better than enjoying our local hospitality, whether it be a coffee to warm up or sampling some of the fine cuisine on offer. If this is more than just a passing visit for you, we recommend our fine array of accommodation to fit all styles and budgets. Stay a while and experience our region to the fullest, and be sure to check out the region's website www.greatlaketaupo.com for an up-to-date list of what is happening.

Many people are actively involved in looking after the place we love and making this a great place to live.

If you’re one of these local business people or volunteers, thank you for your hard work. This character, coupled with our top-notch hospitality, is a key component in making us the events capital of New Zealand.

And if you are a visitor and like what you’ve experienced here, come and join us! Our low unemployment and great lifestyle in addition to affordable housing and building options make our region a great choice. We’d love to have you!

David Trewavas TAUP Ō DIS TRIC T M AYOR

WHEREVER YOU’RE GOING

GETS YOU THERE! YOUR BUS SERVICE Taupō has a great bus service. The Taupō Connector operates Monday to Saturday, using a large air-conditioned/heated fully accessible bus, serving Wharewaka, Taupō Hospital, the town centre, Nukuhau and Wairakei Village and Huka Falls (Monday to Friday only).

YOU’LL BE SURPRISED AT HOW EASY IT IS Take the bus to work or school – one way or there and back – we have single and return fares available.

Visit friends, go out for coffee, or take your kids or grandchildren on an adventure. The bus also travels into Summerset Retirement Village and straight past the front door of Liston Heights Retirement Village.

There’s step-free access to the bus – perfect for wheelchair users, prams and walkers.

And there’s plenty of room on board for your shopping.

FARE INFORMATION BUSIT CARD

ADULT

CHILD

SUPERGOLD (OFF-PEAK)

SUPERGOLD (PEAK)

BUSIT CARD SINGLE TRIP

$1.50

$1.00

FREE

$1.00

BUSIT CARD RETURN TRIP

$2.50

$2.00

FREE

$2.00

CASH SINGLE TRIP

$2.00

$1.50

FREE

$1.50

CASH RETURN TRIP

$3.00

$2.20

FREE

$2.20

SuperGold card holders travel FREE on the Taupō Connector between 9am and 3pm weekdays and all day Saturday. Outside of these times passengers 65 and over pay child fares.

Child fares apply to children aged 5-14 and year 9-13 students with approved school identification or when in school uniform, children under 5 travel free.

Vine is the place to be on a chilly winter evening. Relax in front of our fireplace in a comfy leather armchair while indulging from our Mediterranean and New Zealand inspired menu, including an extensive range of tapas, shared plate, or a-la-carte options.

Or enjoy a mulled wine or cocktail with a platter of nibbles as you warm your toes.

We offer Allpress coffee and our full bar specialises in whiskies, craft beer and a huge wine selection. Enjoy our many spaces; the fireplace, alfresco, table or booth settings.

Open 7 days from 11am

0800 205 305

busit.co.nz

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event showcase Winter 2018

7 – 22 JUN

Dinosaur Hunt

Tutus on Tour

 7 – 22 June

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11 July, 6.30pm

(school holidays)  Taupō Museum  Free for children

 Great Lake Centre  Adults from $25

There are dinosaurs at Taupō Museum! Surely it can’t be hard to find one?

The Royal New Zealand Ballet’s much loved Tutus on Tour brings dance to Taupō. A fun night out for all ages, don’t miss the opportunity to see dancers from your national ballet company performing a great programme of classical and contemporary works. Tutus on Tour is at The Great Lake Centre for one night only. Tickets from just $10 are on sale now at ticketek.co.nz.

If you’re a child of any age, come down for a unique treasure hunt!

What better place to explore and find a T-Rex during the holidays.

It's not as easy as you think ...

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11 JUL

Children from $10

rnzb.org.nz or ticketek.co.nz

11 – 15 JUL

Taupō Winter Festival 

11 – 15 July

 Based at the Great Lake

Centre and Tongariro Domains, with various other host venues

The third annual Taupō Winter Festival offers an action-packed programme over the upcoming school holidays. The five days will be a celebration of the arts, culture and a whole lot of fun!

Check out the full programme and buy tickets for the shows at taupowinterfestival.co.nz.

taupowinterfestival.co.nz

15 AUG

The Merchant Wine & Food Expo 

15 August, 6 – 9pm

 Great Lake Centre  Tickets available at

themerchant.co.nz and in store

A tasting of wine, craft beer and food all in one place at one time!

Over 100 wines to sample, this is a great opportunity to enjoy the fabulous beverages and food that are available from The Merchant and Scenic Cellars. Lake Taupō's best restaurants and cafés will be showcasing their dining and corporate package, offering delectable food to sample throughout the evening.

themerchant.co.nz

26 – 28 OCT

Spring Challenge 

26 – 28 October

 Taupō

Enjoy the action in the women’s adventure race, going rafting, mountain biking and hiking on a course designed to be achievable and rewarding. Get a team together and embark on a unique outdoor challenge.

You can cruise or race through the course, your choice, but being active and having fun is a guarantee.

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what's on in Taupō this Winter

june Craters Classic 10 June  Wairakei Resort  www.cratersclassic.co.nz

The Possum – Night Run 

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Red Wine Night – The Sound Sampler Club 12 June, 5.30pm-7pm Pitch Sports Bar  w ww.facebook.com/TPOSamplerClub

16 June

 Wairakei

Resort, Craters Mountain Bike Park & Craters of the Moon Geothermal Walkway

Taupō District Libraries and Taupō Museum School Holiday Programme  

9 – 20 July Taupō Library & Museum

Oceania Table Tennis Tournament

Tutus on Tour

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22 – 24 June  Taupō Events Centre

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11 July, 6.30pm Great Lake Centre  w ww.rnzb.org.nz

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The Perfect Murder 

13 - 24 June Centre Stage  w ww.centrestagetaupo.co.nz 

Capital E Productions – Odd One Out 

14 June  Great Lake Centre  w ww.capitale.org.nz/ portfolio-posts/odd-one-out

Songs of the Sea

Taupō Winter Festival

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23 June  Great Lake Centre

Battle of the Clubs

The NZ Mountain Film Festival

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11 July, 8pm, Starlight Cinema

23 June  Digger McEwen Park

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14 June, 6pm Bistro Lago  w ww.bistrolago.co.nz

Wairakei Estate Firelight Celebration 12 July, 5 – 6.30pm, Tongariro South Domain

Smokefree Rockquest Final

Still Life with Chickens

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12 July, 7pm, Great Lake Centre

29 June  Great Lake Centre

Chinese Drum Creation Station 12 July, 10am, 11am & 12pm, Great Lake Centre

Formula Challenge in Style NZ Cheese Lovers’ Dinner Series 2018

11 – 15 July (see details below) Great Lake Centre and Tongariro Domain  w ww.taupowinterfestival.co.nz 

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30 June – 1 July  Huka Lodge  w ww.hukalodge.co.nz

Unison Light Trail 12 – 21 July, 5.30 – 10pm, Tongariro South Domain

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NZ Secondary Schools Association Cross Country Champs 

15 – 17 June Spa Park  w ww.nzssaa.org.nz 

july Hoka One One Tauhara Trail Run/Walk 

1 July Mt Tauhara  www.tauharatrailrun.co.nz 

The Taupō Market  Every

Mirror Magic Bingo!  Every

2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 2pm  07 378 7476  Taupō RSA, 67 Horomatangi Street

No membership required – everyone is welcome!

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3 July – 5 August  Taupō Museum

New Zealand Powerchair Football NZ Nationals Competition  

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7 – 9 July 2018 Taupō Events Centre

Saturday, 9am – 1pm Park

 Riverside

The Taupō Market specialises in variety and quality, the emphasis is on local where most of the products sold are grown, made or sourced in and around our district.

Proudly presenting chefs, growers, producers, artisans, artists, healers and therapists – all presenting unique wares and skills.

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NZ Sotheby's International Realty Bourbon & Blues 13 July, 7 – 10.30pm, Great Lake Centre

Midday Concert at St Andrew's 13 July, 12 – 1.20pm, St Andrew's Church

Shadow Puppetry Performance 13 July, 5pm and 6.30pm, Taupō Museum

Mt Ruapehu Snow Globe

august Hoka One One Taupō Half Marathon 

4 August Tongariro North Domain  www.taupomarathon.co.nz 

13 – 15 July, 10am – 4pm, Tongariro North Domain

Charter Parade

Ebbett Fun Zone

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13 – 15 July, 10am – 4pm, Tongariro North Domain

Linking the Lakes Art Exhibition 13 – 15 July, 10am – 4pm, Great Lake Centre

Great Wall of Taupō 13 – 16 July, 10am – 4pm, Tongariro South Domain

Wairakei Resort Chinese Banquet Dinner 14 July, 6.30 – 10pm, Wairakei Resort

Streets Alive!

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5 August Great Lake Centre

The Merchant Wine & Food Expo 

15 August Great Lake Centre  www.themerchant.co.nz 

How to be a Better Leader 

17 Aug, 6:30 – 8:30pm  Central Plateau REAP  www.elementalpotential.com

We invite you to share our love of New Zealand cheese at Bistro Lago Thursday 14 June, 6pm $129 per person, including four courses showcasing Over the Moon cheese, paired with excellent wines to match each course To book, visit bistrolago.co.nz or call 07 376 2319

14 July, 10am – 4pm, Taupō Town Centre

More FM Music on the Domain 14 July, 10am – 4pm, Tongariro North Domain

Legendary Drive-In Movie 14 July, 4.30pm, Taupō Motorsport Park

The Big Red With Guest Chef Analiese Gregory 

18 – 19 August Huka Lodge  w ww.hukalodge.co.nz 

Active Art Hub 14 – 15 July, 10am – 4pm, Active Arts, Redoubt St

Pak'n Save Pancake Breakfast

15 July, 3.30 – 6pm, Millennium Hotel

NZ Badminton Masters 

23 –25 August  Taupō Events Centre

Toi Ohomai Roller Disco 15 July, 2 – 10pm, Great Lake Centre

Stella Awards 

24 August  Great Lake Centre  www.stellaawards.co.nz

INBA Body Building 

25 – 26 August Great Lake Centre  w ww.inbanewzealand.org 

Suzhou Exhibition

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14 – 15 July Taupō Events Centre

Taupo lamb rack and shoulder, wild wheat, carrot, coriander, Over the Moon Ricotta Martinborough Vineyards Homeblock Pinot Noir

Starlight Cinema Hobby Expo 

Twice cooked Over the Moon Goat’s Curd souffle, Waikato beets, walnuts, leaves Martinborough Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc

Generation Homes Mid-Winter Swim 15 July, 12pm, Taupō Lakefront

Over the Moon Galactic Gold au gratin scampi, crayfish boudin, bisque, tomato Martinborough Vineyards Te Tara Pinot Gris

15 July, 9 – 11am, Great Lake Centre

Replete Cafe & Store Presents Afternoon Tea with Aroha String Quartet

MENU

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Almond cake, pistachio crumb, pear, Over the Moon Jersey Blue ice cream Martinborough Vineyards Botrytised Riesling

31 August – 11 November Taupō Museum 11

THE HUB UPDATE What we do

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entrally located at Level One, 32 Roberts St, the Hub agencies provide the mechanisms for economic development, tourism, events, business and town centre advocacy in the Taupō District.

Destination Great Lake Taupō (DGLT) is the Regional Tourism Organisation for the Taupō district.

We are responsible for marketing the Taupō district to domestic and international markets with the aim of increasing visitor numbers and spend.

Towncentre Taupō (TCT) represents the interests of every business in the Taupō central business district. Our aim is to promote the development of Taupō's town centre as a safe and vibrant community while retaining its unique identity.

Taupō Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Our role is to promote, support and encourage sustainable, profitable business growth.

Events Capital – We support the events industry to run both commercial and community events by offering support that includes infrastructure, venues, advice, equipment, promotion and funding.

Enterprise Great Lake Taupō (EGLT) is the economic development agency for the Taupō district. Whether you wish to start a business, grow your business, do business or move your business to Taupō, we can help.

Wrapping Up the Autumn Cycling Campaign

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estination Great Lake Taupō is at the tail end of their autumn campaign which was all about profiling cycling and mountain biking in the region as a hook to attract visitors through the months of April and May. “Our aspiration is to increase significantly the number of domestic (and international) tourists that visit the Taupō district, especially in the shoulder seasons and winter”, says Destination Great Lake Taupō Marketing and Communications Manager, Anna McLaren.

Autumn is such a great time to bike here due to our free-draining pumice soils and with the massive growth we’re continuing to see in cycling tourism, and now e-biking, our region has a lot to offer.

“We know that cyclists don’t just travel to go biking, they tend to stay longer and do more, so it is the perfect fit”, she says.

This year’s campaign was supported strongly with in-region activations in partnership with Towncentre Taupō and Bike Taupō, including the Taupō Monster Bike Sale, Second-Hand Bike Sale and Red Bike Treasure Hunt which were all held in the school holidays. Initial feedback has been very positive with retailers indicating an increase in sales over the period.

A hugely successful locals day was also held on the Waihaha section of the Great Lake Trail with more than 70 people taking part in the heavily discounted experience – many for the first time.

“It’s been fantastic to see various sectors coming together to collaborate on initiatives that have reinforced the region as a biking destination. We (DGLT) focus on attracting visitors to the region by promoting our unique offerings and the experiences available here, so to have their expectations met and reinforced through a whole series of local events when they get here is a powerful combination” says McLaren.

DGLT’s winter campaign is due to launch early June and will build on last year’s ski and snow play campaign in order to profile the winter holiday experiences in our region.

THE HUB UPDATE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY Talk to us 07 376 0400 The Hub, Level 1 32 Roberts Street GreatLakeTaupo.com

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Think Green and Give Plastic the Boot Towncentre Taupō has been working with the Taupō District Council to reduce waste in the Taupō CBD. This concept was launched through the 2018 Spark Stella Awards with the new Green Customer Experience Award.

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n order to protect the place we love, we need to think of the environment in all business practices, including the customer experience being delivered.

The Spark Stella Awards is looking for businesses using green initiatives that reduce waste, promote environmental discussions and incentivise customers to be environmentally friendly.

This new award, sponsored by Taupō District Council, is designed to recognise businesses that utilise customer facing green initiatives to create a point of

difference and improve the overall customer experience.

Our efforts won't stop here. Plans for Plastic Free July are also under way.

Taupō should get ready to give plastic the boot for one month with the end goal of permanent reduction in single use plastic. Think jute shopping bags, aluminium drink bottles and reusable coffee cups!

How do we know our economy is growing?

If you’re in business, you will likely keep track of how your business is performing.

For many businesses in our district, the first few months of 2018 have been strong and buoyant trading conditions and many business owners are reporting record figures.

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t is always interesting (and important) to benchmark your business performance against others. You can do this using amalgamated industry data, or you might like to use some of the various statistics and information we have freely available.

Just like you do in your business, Enterprise Great Lake Taupō uses data to monitor how well the wider Taupō economy is performing. This information helps shape the services we offer, the way we prioritise our work and the kind of work we undertake.

The ‘Marketview’ data for the first three months of 2018 has just been released, showing how much money was spent in the Taupō district, including a separate set of data for the Turangi area. Over this period, spending was up 6.7% and transactions were up 5.8% compared to the same three months in 2017. In simple terms, more people were buying more things, more frequently. In real dollar terms, $180m was spent across the district on electric card retail transactions (eftpos or credit card).

Another important metric we monitor is jobs and businesses. At the end of 2017, there were 17,834 jobs in the Taupō District, and these were spread across 4,701 business units. Both the number of jobs, and the number of businesses trading, have steadily increased every year since 2010, confirming our economy is continuing to steadily grow.

If you’d like to look at this information in detail, head to greatlaketaupo.biz and search for research.

THIS SEASON'S DATES TO WATCH

Craters Classic 10 June Wairakei Resort

Taupö Winter Festival 11 to 15 July Great Lake Centre and Tongariro Domain

Hoka One One Taupö Half Marathon 4 August Tongariro North Domain

Stella Awards Gala Dinner 24 August Great Lake Centre

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Big Days and Big Nights … on Snow!

It’s bound to be another epic season at New Zealand’s two largest ski areas, Whakapapa and Tūroa on Mt Ruapehu.

Happy Valley at Whakapapa is scheduled to be the first open in New Zealand on June 2, thanks to its state-of-the-art, all-weather snow making machine: The Snow Factory.

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fter huge developments in Happy Valley last season which included new covered carpet lifts, see-through elevators and a revamped café, it’s now easier than ever to learn to ski at Whakapapa!

Get learning and turning early in June to prepare yourself for a long, fun winter on the slopes.

Make this your season!

Whakapapa is now better than ever for advanced skiers and riders! The locally renowned Far West T-Bar has been upgraded which means more laps out west this winter… west is best!

Mt Ruapehu snow shuttles will continue to run from Taupō and Turangi to Whakapapa daily (subject to demand) including an extra Friday service for night skiing. Don’t miss out on night skiing up Whakapapa this season and lock in a visit to the popular Schuss Haus Corona Bar for some après ski!

Visit mtruapehu.com or drop in to our Snow Depot on 29 Tongariro Street for more info and to book a snow shuttle. Visit us at our Snow HQ on 32 Roberts Street to grab your rental equipment.

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There’s plenty on offer for the kids this season too. From school holiday programmes and ‘Kids Academy’ weekends to the new Whakapapa Race Team and Tūroa Freestyle/Freeride Team. Get the kids stoked this winter while they progress their skills on snow quickly.

Whether you’re skiing, snowboarding or sightseeing this season, Whakapapa and Tūroa welcome you into the Dual World Heritage area for a snow experience like no other.

Take the wheel of one of the world’s most popular sports cars and drive yourself around the bends of Taupo’s Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park.

bucket list The

5 laps valued at $245

Must provide proof of your Taupo address.

Drive the Racetrack

By Matt Lee

Being male and having watched Top Gear (and now The Grand Tour) since I can remember, you could say I love cars, so it’s strange to think that I had never driven on a race track.

P Located at Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park Broadlands Rd, Taupo - 8km from Taupo township

Phone: 07 376 5033 www.fundrive.co.nz

be part of the future of motorsport The Circuit Club has arrived at Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park NZ’s Newest and Most Exciting Auto Club Special Offers - Motorsport Travel Packages Discounted Event Offers - Hospitality Privileges Track Day Invites - Driver Training Opportunities Motorsport Introduction Programmes Vehicle Preparation Recommendations Foundation Membership Joining Special

The Circuit Club Invites Membership Applications at

www.thecircuitclub.com

erhaps this is why it’s on the bucket list. So as luck would have it, I got the opportunity to do the Fun Drive at Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park.

The car you drive is a Mazda MX5 fully kitted out with roll cages, racing seats and harnesses. You can choose either a manual or automatic, and having been born at the dawn of the 1980s and being taught how to drive properly, I chose a manual. You might be thinking the MX5 is a bit of a hairdresser’s car, and I guess that is the image it might have with some people – but actually, the MX5 is handsdown the most successful roadster ever built with true sports-car DNA. It’s a lightweight, front-engine, rear-wheel drive car with pin sharp handling and a great exhaust note.

The experience starts off by signing your life away on an indemnity form – real bucket list stuff here, then you are handed over to an instructor. My instructor was Alan, who did a great job of explaining everything. We started off getting kitted up in a racing suit and helmet, walked

down to the garage and got in the car. I started in the passenger seat with Alan driving me round the track explaining the correct lines for all the corners and then back in to the pit lane. It’s then all down to you – hop in the driver’s seat, get strapped in and away you go.

Being on the track was awesome. And after the first couple of laps taking it easy, you start to build confidence and open the car up. Its handling really is sharp and just seems to hang in there as you push on faster and faster around the corners. You can even clip the red and white rumble strips on the corners like you see on TV. The laps weren’t timed, but I don’t think it matters and really isn’t what the experience is all about. Just getting the chance to go out on a track in a great-handling car that you can rev right through the gears and reach speeds worthy of losing your license on the public roads is a fantastic experience and will leave you wanting a lot more.

Based on the post experience chatter with the staff at Fun Drive, a lot more may be just around the corner, so look out for more to come. The operation is run very professionally, and I felt safe at all times. If you have always wanted to have a go on a race track, this is one to try.

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The Bright-Line Rule The new government have been quick to start making changes based on their election promises, and one that came into effect late March getting people talking is the extension on the bright-line rule.

NOT ALL ACCOUNTANTS ARE EQUAL

By Coralie Wedekind

DIREC TOR , S TRE T TONS

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ith this coming up in the media again, there’s the misconception out there that when you sell your family home you will now pay capital gains tax. In most cases this is not true and your family home falls out of the rules.

The bright-line rule was first introduced on 1st October 2015 which states that if you sell residential land within two years of owning it, you must pay tax on any profit made unless an exception applies.

This was extended to five years on 29th March 2018.

The rule only applies to residential land. It does not apply to farmland or business premises.

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However, you are exempt from the bright-line rule if: • The property is your main home.

• You only have one main home; therefore if you live in two houses then you need to determine what home is your main home.

• You inherited the property. If you sell property that you inherited then the bright-line rule does not apply.

• The property is transferred under a relationship settlement agreement.

The transfer is deemed to be treated as sold at the original cost. However, if the property is then sold within two years of the original acquisition date then any profit made could still be taxed under the bright-line rule.

Where you only own one home and you live in it, you are fine, but when you or your trust start to own more than one residential property you may be subject to these new rules. If you are in this situation you are best to talk to a business advisor about the implications of selling or buying more residential property. Strettons have experts within our team that are here to help you.

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Ask the Professional Geotech

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eotechnical Engineering used to be a nice respectable profession where no-one really knew what you did and you could quietly get on with it without too many distractions. However, the Christchurch earthquakes changed all that, and overnight Geotechnical Engineering was thrust into the limelight.

People were introduced to terms like “liquefaction”, “lateral spread” and “foundation improvements”.

As a consequence of the Christchurch earthquakes, regulatory authorities around NZ have become more aware of the damaging effects of earthquakes, and in particular how critical the geotechnical aspects of a building project can be. This has led to revised engineering guidelines and greater scrutiny on the wider engineering profession.

So what does a Geotechnical Engineer do?

Simply put, a Geotechnical Engineer is half a Geologist and half a Civil Engineer.

All structures, be it a building, a road or an earth structure such as a dam, are

Ian Jennings is a Chartered Geotechnical Engineer for Cheal Consultants Ltd.

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3D Laser Scanning supported by the ground, and therefore one of the key roles of the Geotechnical Engineer is to determine what the local soils are and how they will react when the load from a structure is placed on it.

A Geotechnical Engineer interprets the ‘real world’ of soil and rock, and converts it into a series of numbers that represents its strength and can be used in equations to determine if the loads and forces that are generated from a given structure can be balanced against the strength of the soil or rock.

Cheal Consultants has an experienced team of Geotechnical Engineers operating within the Central North Island. Within the rural sector we specialise in the remediation of existing irrigation dams and the design and construction of new ones. Cheal also has experience in foundation design for farm infrastructure such as milking shed platforms, stock underpasses, farm culverts and bridges.

These larger projects tend to require a multidiscipline approach and Cheal’s wider team of Engineers, Surveyors and Planners provides the support and expertise to ensure efficiencies and overall satisfaction.

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Connecting Young Professionals in Taupō E With a broad membership base and a varied events calendar, Taupō Young Professionals gives you opportunities to network outside of your normal circles in a fun, social setting.

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stablished in 2013 by a group of motivated young individuals, Taupō Young Professionals was created to make it easy for young people to broaden their local networks beyond their work and study peers. The group aims to retain young professionals in Taupō by enabling these networks and friendships to be formed.

“Often, qualified professionals move to Taupō not knowing anyone, and they find it hard to meet other like-minded people outside of their work. We want to help build social networks in Taupō so newcomers are more likely to enjoy working here, and stay.”

– Robert Steven, Committee Member

Social events The group’s flagship event is a monthly networking evening held at The Deck bar on Tongariro Street on the first Thursday of every month, from 7.30pm. Come along and enjoy an evening socialising with other professionals. The venue changes each season, so check out the Facebook page for updates on the next meeting.

The group also has a series of social events running throughout the year including the annual Flat Crawl, quiz nights, hiking weekends, mountain biking

trips, movie screenings and other events organised by the members. These events are a great way for new locals to make friends in Taupō and see the activities our region has to offer. You can even arrange your own via the Facebook group.

Committee The TYP Committee is made up of a dedicated team of volunteers who are passionate about supporting young people in Taupō, keep the group running and make the events happen. The current committee includes Daniel Baxter, Sophie Woodburn, Hannah Breckon and Robert Steven.

Interested in joining?

Moving to a new town, trying to get yourself out there and meeting new people can be daunting, so the networking evenings can be a great way to meet like-minded people and have a relaxing evening.

Visit the Facebook group (search for Taupō Young Professionals on Facebook) and join the next networking session to see what it’s like.

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stablished in Taupō for more than 20 years, Kip McGrath Taupō has helped hundreds of local children and adults in a wide range of learning including schoolwork, literacy and numeracy.

At Kip McGrath, we know what works for your child’s learning and have a wealth of experience and resources to draw from to support it. We provide tuition for all ages, from the occasional 4-yearold to year 13 students, and even help with adult literacy.

With a focus on supporting classroom learning, building confidence and encouraging students to succeed with their schoolwork, we at Kip McGrath aim to make school life easier. We work with the New Zealand curriculum, so your child gets the most out of what they learn. Extension is available for students who are high achievers. The programme is customised to your child’s learning and tailored to what they need to learn.

At Kip McGrath, we work with small groups of students, providing a relaxed environment that is personalised with plenty of individual interaction.

Sessions are held at 3.30pm and 5pm every weekday.

All sessions are taught by qualified and experienced tutors.

Parents are kept informed with regular feedback and progress reports, while the students go through a more formal assessment every six months, to measure their accumulated progress.

Our team offers support for your student in oral language, reading, writing, spelling and mathematics.

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BLACK TIE CHARITY EVENT Making a Difference

By Deepika Sulekh COP Y WRITER

A cancer diagnosis can be frightening. It affects not only the person diagnosed, but also loved ones – sons and daughters, parents, siblings, partners, friends, husbands and wives. Thankfully the Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society is here to ensure no one has to face cancer alone.

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ost of us have heard of the Cancer Society, but do we know what they actually do to support the Taupō community?

The Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society is dedicated to reducing the incidence and impact of cancer in our communities. They do this by providing personalised practical and emotional support to people with cancer, their carers and family/whānau, funding vital research, and helping Kiwis reduce their risk of cancer by encouraging and advocating for SunSmart, smokefree and healthy lifestyles.

Personalised support in Taupō Taupō-based Cancer Society Community Liaison Nurse Caren Barnett is available to help you access the Cancer Society’s services, and often makes home visits to people who need support.

“We are part of many people’s lives.

Cancer affects families, friends and colleagues – not just the person with the diagnosis.”

“I am glad to be here to support the people of Taupō and help make their experience a little bit easier. So please do give me a call or send me an email if I can help.”

Daffodil Day: 31 August 2018 Daffodil Day is the Cancer Society’s annual flagship event, raising awareness of cancer and generating funds for the Cancer Society’s wide range of patient and carer services.

The day symbolises hope for the one in three New Zealanders affected by cancer.

Since 1990, this iconic event has inspired people to come together and support the Cancer Society's work and provides an opportunity to raise awareness of cancer treatment and prevention in New Zealand.

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Contact Caren Barnett: 021 867 549 or carenbarnett@cancersociety.org.nz Contact the Cancer Society: 0800 226 237 or www.cancernz.org.nz

You can make a difference By donating to Daffodil Day, you can help the Cancer Society provide free support to the community. Help the one in three Kiwis affected by cancer by donating online at www.daffodilday.org.nz, via in-store counter boxes or to our street collectors on Friday, 31 August.

Join us for a fun live auction night where all proceeds raised will help Lake Taupo Hospice.

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Fantastic selection of prizes up for auction Hors d’oeuvre served throughout the night by our in-house Chef Mike Nicholson Live music from Napier band Groove Foundation MC host for the night: Austin Harris from Harcourts Taupo

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Please call us on 07 378 7476.

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Facebook Marketing 101 If you’re not already engaging with your customers on Facebook, you’re missing out on one of the biggest social media channels to reach your prospects and customers. Not just because it’s ‘what’s in’, but this is where your target audience is likely to be.

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acebook is free, accessible, builds an online community and has a huge, diverse audience – so it’s the top social media platform you need to have covered.

From easily viewing your business hours and location to writing reviews to engaging with your content, it lets you make people feel connected with your brand, build a community, and include your followers in everything you share.

How do you get started?

If you’re new to Facebook, there’s nothing wrong with starting slow and small, but make sure you are carefully maintaining and monitoring your page. The whole purpose of a Facebook page is building a community, so you can’t leave it alone once it’s there.

1 Create a page that reflects your brand personality: Does it capture your target audience? Use photos and layout options that show visitors who you really are.

Post fresh content regularly: Content is the key reason visitors will connect with you so give them more reasons to keep doing so. Engaged users will likely share your content more often, increasing your reach.

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3 Curate content: If it’s too difficult or time-consuming to create content, curate it. There are likely many other pages that might have something your target audience would also love.

4 Monitor and track: Keep an eye on what content your followers are engaging with, what boosts page likes, where your audience is, etc. This not only tells you what’s working and what isn’t, but you’ll start seeing opportunities for more engagement and growth.

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Once you’ve got the hang of the basics, you can then look into expanding your community further through promotions and paid advertising.

Changes for business To push less noise and more meaningful connections for users, Facebook recently changed its algorithm to begin favouring content from friends and family, and showing less business-related posts on timelines.

But that doesn’t have to be an obstacle, these changes can be an opportunity for you to focus on engaging, quality content via sponsored ads.

Paid Advertising While these changes are decreasing your organic reach, keeping your visibility high is as important as ever, and the most efficient way to do this now is through paid advertising. Facebook has an efficient, targeted ad system to help you reach a new audience quickly or spread content fast with image ads, carousels, product ads, video and more.

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Your Facebook business page is an effective and relevant online shop-front for your business. Use this channel as a marketing tool to engage with your customers and prospects.

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Mike King: I Am Hope Tell us about I Am Hope.

Travelling the country from Bluff to Cape Reinga atop Suzuki 50cc scooters during March, Mike King and his mates covered 8,000 km over 67 locations talking to more than 20,000 schoolkids and adults about mental health, and how every one of us can be the hope that someone needs.

To find out more, we caught up with Mike after the tour…

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I Am Hope came about with the idea of spreading a message of hope to young people. 80% of kids who have a major crisis in their life never ask for help because they don’t know who is safe to talk to and are worried about being judged.

So we began talking to them – about depression, suicide and other mental health issues. As part of this we created an identifier that someone is safe – our wristband, which signifies to anyone that you won’t judge, gossip, ask questions or try and fix someone, but instead will offer unconditional love and hope.

We first launched in 2017 in schools and the uptake was remarkable, almost like something people were crying out for. We then decided it needs to be much bigger, so we planned the national tour.

What was your main goal for the tour?

The whole Key to Life Charitable Trust goal is to empower young people and come up with solutions to their problems.

Previously, every conference I went to, to identify problems with young people, had no young people attending, but adults talking about youth’s problems and how to solve them.

We never knew what young people’s problems were because we never talked to them, so the purpose of this tour was to talk to them, help them identify their problems, because they felt like they’re

not being heard and nobody’s listening to them, which has helped us create a platform where they can safely put forward their solutions and we can use our resources and connections to make them happen.

What was the response like here in Taupō?

It was packed. Fantastic. We came off the Desert Road after a four-hour ride, saturated, cold and wet, but were instantly warmed by the people and support there. The feedback and enthusiasm was overwhelming.

What do you love about Taupō?

I have always loved playing at the Wairakei Golf course, public and private, both are magnificent. I’ve been coming to Taupō since the 1960s, and over that time, even with the build-up of tourism, it’s still got that unique flavour to it and never lost its rural Taupō feel. There’s always something to do, you’re spoilt for choice.

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TAUPŌ DISTRICT LIBRARIE

We have three libraries in the Taupō District offering school holiday programmes, book-lending and free WiFi. Taupō Library, Story Place Open Monday to Saturday Turangi Library, Turangi town Centre Open Monday to Saturday Mangakino Library, Rangatira Drive Open Monday to Friday

TAUPŌ MUSEUM Find out more about the history of the Taupō District and visit the Ora Garden of Wellbeing.  Art galleries  Māori wharenui - meeting house  Gift Shop Story Place, Taupō Open Daily, 10am to 4.30pm

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Time for a Boost!

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Don’t let those winter blues grab hold. The changes in temperature, mood, energy levels and habits that come with the colder season can make your immune system weak and prone to colds and infections. With winter literally on our doorstep, it’s not too late to take care of your health and help your immune systems brace the change in season.

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ant to find out how you can give your immunity a boost? Forget the supplements. Here’s our recommended ‘au naturel’ immunity boosters…

immunity and giving you loads of virusfighting proteins. Ginger, honey or lemon are great additions to help detoxify and sooth you on the inside.

Yoghurt

Mushrooms

Say hello to friendly bacteria.

Probiotics found in yoghurt are the healthy bacteria that keep your gut and digestive system intact and free of germs.

Loaded with vitamin B and antioxidants, mushrooms increase your production of white blood cells, making them more aggressive especially when you need to fight infections.

Garlic Containing the active ingredient ‘allicin’ that fights infection and bacteria, you’re less likely to catch a cold and even have lower rates of colorectal cancer or stomach cancer with garlic in your daily intake. If you’re feeling sick, it’s even better to eat it raw – just make sure your teeth are well-brushed after.

Shellfish Oysters, lobsters, crabs and clams are full of ‘selenium’ which helps your white blood cells produce cytokine proteins, clearing flu viruses out of the body. They’re also packed with zinc, letting your immune cells keep functioning normally.

Tea Not only great in weight loss and helping you feel good, green and black tea is abundant in the L-theanine amino acid – boosting your

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Do You Know Any of Our ‘Superheroes’?

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We have over 300 of them living in the Taupō and Turangi communities.

They’re a fairly humble bunch.

They go about their day just like regular people – but to us they are superheroes.

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uessed it yet? They are our amazing volunteers – and over the period of 17th to 23rd of June (National Volunteer Week) we’re taking the opportunity to recognise, reward and celebrate the immeasurable contribution they make to Lake Taupō Hospice.

All hospice services are provided free of charge to our patients and their families.

And by having such a dedicated bunch of volunteers these services are bigger, better and more meaningful.

From being the very foundation stone of Lake Taupō Hospice through to the organisation we have become, volunteers have been, are and will always be the central thread in how we care for and support those in our communities who need our help.

Our volunteers are a marvellous, eclectic mix of dedication, skills, talents and energy, young and old. Sometimes

they are supported to volunteer by their employers, sometimes they help out just for a project and sometimes they are with us for a lifetime.

Irrespective of how they arrive, how long they stay or whatever role they do for us, we love our volunteers and absolutely couldn’t succeed without them. So now it’s our turn to shine a spotlight on these superheroes; paint a big ‘thank you’ in the sky and celebrate them for saving the day!

Like all good superheroes they might prefer to keep their capes out of sight – but we know who they are, the superpowers they bring to Lake Taupō Hospice – and now you do too!

Want to become a superhero for us?

Check out the range of volunteer opportunities on our website at www.laketaupohospice.co.nz or give Niki a call on 07 377 4252.

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Adventure HQ Taupō – Life Needs Adventure!

In just five years based in Taupō, Adventure HQ Taupō’s shuttle service has evolved into a tourist venture with transport to the iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing, door-to-door services, private shuttles and transfers around the Central Plateau including Whakapapa and National Park Villages. By Deepika Sulekh COPYWRITER

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egin your adventure to the snow this winter with daily shuttles to Mt Ruapehu’s Whakapapa Ski Area. Leave your car and worries behind and instead sit back and enjoy the scenic lakeside route while Adventure HQ Taupō take care of the transport.

With their collective experience living and working in the Central North Island, owners Deb and Paul help with more than just transport, they give our local and international visitors an insight into our region. Get advice and information about our local gems, including the best things to do, best places to ski, and other inside knowledge tourists wouldn’t know about.

“We know how unpredictable the weather can be at this time of year, so if for any reason the mountain is closed, or you can’t do the activity you had planned, we can also help you find alternative options.”

– Deb Atkinson While Adventure HQ Taupō’s key offering is their shuttle services to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Mt Ruapehu, they also provide private shuttles for group bookings and people who want more flexibility on where they want to visit in the region.

Take advantage of a locals’ rate, concession trip card and the opportunity to explore your own backyard – whether it’s hiking, biking or skiing.

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WHAT ' S TH E

We take bees for granted, yet a huge part of what we consume is given by them in one way or another. It’s from them we get the goodness of honey, many uses of beeswax and the help our fruits and vegetables need to grow.

Bees are an invaluable part of our life and our environment, and even though they’ve been a part of our planet for 40 million years, we often don’t realise how much they matter.

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NATURE'S GOLD The goodness of honey

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oney is the ultimate power food, and has been used as a medicine for years – thanks to its many nutrients, antioxidants and immune-boosting abilities.

The health benefits are endless, including the ability to prevent cancer and heart disease, reduce gastrointestinal disorders, reducing coughs and throat irritations, and strengthening your immune system – just to name a few.

To really get the goodness from honey, make sure it is pure and raw. Raw honey has all the vitamins, minerals and enzymes that you won’t find in refined honey.

Manuka honey, one of the most unique and beneficial forms of honey, is produced in New Zealand by bees

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pollinating the Manuka bush. It’s different because of its amazing nutritional profile, with nutritional content up to four times that of normal honey, making it a strong antibacterial with medicinal properties known as the Unique Manuka Factor (UMF).

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One bee needs to visit around 4 million flowers to make 1 kg of honey.

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THE BENEFIT OF BEES

Bees pollinate over 80 % of all flowering plants including 70 of the top 100 human food crops. One in three bites of food that we eat is derived from plants pollinated by bees.

Beeswax

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eeswax, the natural wax that honey bees make, is used to build the comb structures inside their hives. Thanks to its many benefits and especially skin nourishing properties, there’s an abundance of ways you can use it for yourself and around the home.

One of the most common uses of beeswax is in cosmetic products, like lip balms, moisturisers and soaps. The natural touch of beeswax creates a barrier that seals moisture into the skin, protects from environmental toxins and still allows it to breathe, making it an effective alternative to your usual store-bought, chemical-based cosmetics.

Not just for the skin, other uses for beeswax include making candles, vapor rubs for cold or flu relief, polishes, coatings, and much more.

Helping your garden

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o many of us can’t stand the sight, thought or buzz of them when we step out into our gardens, but without bees, it’s unlikely your garden would survive, because your plants and flowers need them to reproduce.

You may not realise it, but a lot of the work is being done for you, so help the bees by gardening organically using bee friendly sprays, growing plants with ample pollen and nectar, and leave some dandelion around for them to forage on.

A little consideration on your part will keep your garden happy and thriving.

Pollination

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hese tiny creatures are nature’s greatest pollinators – skimming from flower to flower, they spread the pollen that helps produce fruit, vegetables, flowers, nuts, seeds, beans and the majority of our agriculture. The work they do helps keep our economy, agriculture and environment functioning.

SUPPORT LOCAL: KEITH'S HONEY

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eith’s Honey is lovingly produced in a small family-owned-and-operated company based in Taupō. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, pure-NZ honey from the hive to you with passion and dedication. All our honey is produced, harvested, extracted and bottled right here in Taupō.

Our simple tips for a ‘bee-friendly’ lifestyle: • Install a water feature or birdbath in your garden – honey bees do not get sufficient water from nectar alone, this will encourage bees to stay longer in your garden and help pollinate your plants.

• Plant colourful flowers – honey bees have the ability to see in ultraviolet light, blues and yellows are the best as they are the easiest for the bees to find.

• Know the good weeds – clover and dandelion are a great source of food for the bees, wildflowers are rich in pollen and provide protein to strengthen bee colonies.

• Avoid pesticides – they are toxic and can be fatal to bees, try to go with nontoxic or organic ranges and help save the bees.

• Buy local – buying honey that comes straight from local beekeepers encourages sustainability.

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Four Reasons Why Winter is a Good Time to Sell

By Rachael Webber

SALES ASSOCIATE, NEW ZEALAND SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

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here is a common misconception that as we head into the coldest months of the year, your property is less likely to achieve its premium sale price. However, there are many reasons why winter is the perfect season to gain a top result.

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1) Easier to stand out With typically less competition in the winter market, your home has a greater chance of standing out. During the warmer seasons, there are usually more properties listed for sale, often vying for the same purchasers.

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3) Reach out-of-town buyers We all know Taupō is a yearround destination and winter is a perfect time to reach out-of-town buyers. Over 50 percent of my sales from the past year have been to people relocating to Taupō (or investing in holiday homes).

4) Competitive buyer bidding Limited properties on the market means there is less choice for buyers, giving vendors the opportunity of achieving a premium sale price through competitive buyer bidding – of course managed by a campaign specialist.

Thinking about listing your property for sale? I’d love to hear from you to discuss how to achieve the best price in the shortest time frame.

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This recipe is so simple yet so full of flavour, it will melt in your mouth and warm you throughout. Accompany it with some kumara mash and greens, and you’ve got the perfect evening meal.

ingredients 8 large lamb shanks, cut in half

Serves: 6

2 tbsp minced fresh ginger

Preparation time: 5 minutes

3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tsp sesame oil ¼ cup black bean sauce ½ cup Thai sweet chilli sauce 1 cup water

Serving suggestion: Accompany with kumara mash and greens.

method 1 Pre-heat oven to 220°C. 2

Trim visible fat from shanks, season with salt and pepper and place into hot oven for 40 minutes to release fat and brown.

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Drain off fat and put shanks in a deep casserole or pot.

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Add all other ingredients. Mix through.

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Cooking time: approx. 2 hours

Cover and bake for about 1 hour at 170°C or simmer at lowest heat for about ¾ to 1 hour until very tender.

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY You’ll find our warming winter wines at these Taupō hospitality places

Peregrine & Peregrine Saddleback Pinot Noir The Bistro, Wairakei International, Vine Eatery, Millenium Manuels, Lake Bistro, Kinloch Lodge, Indian Affair, Ploughmans, Thai Delight, Lotus Thai

Chocolate Box Shiraz Vine Eatery, Grill @ 42, Tipsy Trout, Taupo Steak House, Lake Bistro

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Is there a better way to enjoy the cool winter months than sipping rich, warming, red wine? From the seductive Pinot Noir to spicy Shiraz, powerful Cabernet and rich, satisfying Port, all of these come into their own over the cooler months.

Seductive Pinot Noir Much is made of the seductive power of Pinot Noir. Those who are under its spell go by the name of ‘Pinotphile’ and tend to only drink Pinot Noir. This beguiling grape is a native of Burgundy, France but has found a new home in New Zealand with Central Otago all but dedicated to it. These tend to be richly fruited with fine detailing of spice, herb and velvet tannin which is seen in the Peregrine Pinot Noir.

Spicy Shiraz/Syrah As you can see, these two are one in the same variety. Syrah is the French name for it, whereas Shiraz is the Australian.

In New Zealand we use Syrah, not to be special but just to differentiate our Syrah from Aussie Shiraz which is much riper and fuller like the cult Classic Chocolate Box Shiraz and the slightly crazy Take it to the Grave Shiraz, whilst Kiwi Syrah lovers choose the Craggy Range Syrah for its pure fruit, pepper spice and smooth tannin.

Craggy Range Syrah The Bistro, Tipsy Trout, Grill @ 42, Vine Eatery

Cabernet Sauvignon/ Franc, Merlot and Malbec The Bordeaux quartet; as the old Bordeaux philosophy goes, why make four good wines when you can make one great wine? Although there are seriously good examples of each on their own, these wines are testament to the power of the blend Amancaya Malbec Cabernet, Mills Reef Reserve Cabernet Merlot and Te Awanga Merlot Cabernet Franc.

Port The great Portuguese fortified was great for sailors during the exploration age and even better as a nightcap on a cold winter’s night. Kopke, the world’s oldest Port house, covers the styles brilliantly from nutty Tawnys to fruity Rubys, complex LBVs and vintage ports, and even the rare white port, all pairing perfectly well with cheese and chocolate.

The lesser known There are many other tempting options if you're feeling adventurous and want to try something new; like Sangiovese of the famed Chianti and inky Nero d’Avola from Sicily. Also Tempranillo in all its guises from Spain and bigger than Texas Zinfandel from California.

Amancaya Caro Red Exclusive to Vine Eatery

Mills Reef Reserve Cabernet Merlot Vine Eatery, Indian Delights

Te Awanga Estate Merlot Cabernet Franc Brantry, Tipsy Trout

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All Dads want on Father’s Day is to relax, spend some quality time with their family and a memorable day they will cherish.

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here are so many ways to make it special, it doesn’t have to be the traditional breakfast in bed or buying him more of those hardly-ever-worn ties.

Here’s some ideas on how you can make the most of the day with what we have…

Get outdoors There’s nothing like some fresh air and good company to lighten the mood. Take his mind off the hustle with something like a round of golf, bike ride, or hike and top it off with a lakeside picnic and his favourite beers at the end of the day.

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On the lake

A day out on the lake is pretty much always a winning idea. Dads love fishing, well, most of them, and if not, there’s be plenty of other ways you can spend a day on the water – getting on a wakeboard, kayak, boat, or just jump in!

Head up the mountain Did you know Mt Ruapehu is open until 22 October? What a great opportunity to take Dad out for a day on the snow. Even if he’s not into skiing or snowboarding, think about getting him a lesson (if he wants to learn), or the other activities available like the hikes, sightseeing, or a dinner with amazing views.

Gift an experience Surprise him with something a little bit different, an experience he will remember for years to come. Does he have a need for speed? Take him for a thrill ride, check out the local racetrack (and our bucket list article about it on page 15). He’ll love everything about it: the cars, the speed and the power. Or local events on this winter like the Winter Festival, Mardi Gras, or let him choose, he’ll appreciate the thought (even if you don’t enjoy it) and the time you’ve spent together.

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Easy Father's Day Gift Ideas • Alcohol – because every Dad loves a great beer. If you’re not sure where to start, check out Liquorland’s great range including gift hampers and more!

• Golf vouchers or equipment – Dads and golf go hand in hand. And did you know that Taupō Golf Club have a 2 for 1 deal? Easy!

• Fancy tools and organisers – bottle openers, swiss knives, phone accessories, wallets – anything that will help keep his things in order.

• Sports or outdoor equipment – whether he’s into fishing, skiing, or hiking, he’s definitely got something that can do with an upgrade.

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ith positive meth tests being an increasingly common occurrence in the property industry, you need to be able to rely on an expert for independent and honest advice on your test results. Central Carpet Care have long been regarded as the ‘go-to’ for this worrying contamination issue.

Not only does Phill carry out this work in the wider Taupō region but he has also been frequenting many other locations nationally to assist home owners in successfully remediating their properties.

The publication of the NZ standards for testing and remediation of meth was released in October 2017 and this has seen Central Carpet Care thrive whilst other have bailed out of the industry.

Phill says, ‘The biggest thing is not to panic’, most contamination issues can be fixed without ripping out walls and demolishing one of your biggest assets. He urges you to pick up the phone and ask for a free assessment of your results. The majority of his work is carried out at rates far less than others are charging in the industry and sometimes it is as quick and easy as a noninvasive decontamination clean, re-testing, gaining full clearance and away you go!

Unfortunately, with all of the scaremongering surrounding meth contamination and the mixed messages that Mr Google will result, you really need to talk to the experts and you will very quickly see why Central Carpet Care are one of the most trusted remediators in this field.

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The most effective way to prevent illness from spreading is killing the bugs on the surface – by washing, drying and sanitising.

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industrial

hub With more than 250 trade-related businesses in Taupō, our industrial area is as vibrant as ever in 2018, showing confident indicators to continue to grow in the foreseeable future.

By Mark Aldridge

M A N AGING DIREC TOR , TERR A IN INDUS TRIE S

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New developments The new Keehan Drive industrial subdivision is complete with many sites already built and operating, a great example of how a trade zone area can have a modern cosmetic appeal while still having a trade focus.

Along with Ashwood Park, it is exciting to see how these developments can really open up the opportunity for existing businesses, perhaps in the CBD or surrounding areas to consider their move into a larger site.

With the relocation of the ‘big boys’, the area has enjoyed the increased volume of visitors to the area. Its location and close proximity to the Eastern Arterial Bypass, makes moving product in and out of the area highly efficient.

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The Rakaunui area continues to provide a thriving industrial base accommodating a vast cross-section of industries.

With the current business confidence we are seeing around Taupō, we hope that these new industrial sites provide attractive options to encourage businesses in the larger metropolitan areas to consider Taupō as a cost effective, thriving community to move into.

In the original part of the industrial area – Matai, Manuka and Miro Streets – many businesses are continuing to be improved and updated, with many receiving facelifts and therefore lifting the appearance and image of the older established industrial area.

The Miro Street and Broadlands Road intersection has now been cleared ready for development giving the opportunity for larger sites to be utilised by businesses requiring a larger space footprint.

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