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From Small Beginnings to Big Growth: How Kefi have navigated expansion, challenges and success
When Alexi and Natalie first opened Kefi cafe in 2015, they could hardly have imagined that just a few years later they’d be managing two...
Jan 303 min read
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Turning a passion for creativity into business
Starting a small business can be an exciting yet daunting venture. While the rewards of being your own boss and creating something from...
Dec 13, 20244 min read
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Tongariro Tourism Hub – A Journey to Regenerative Tourism
In the stunning area of Turangi, in the Central Plateau, a significant transformation in tourism is happening, led by Tongariro Tourism...
Aug 15, 20242 min read
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Misfit Garden discovers the beauty in imperfect produce.
In the midst of a global pandemic, Sofia and Jen faced a personal crossroads after being unable to attend their jobs during the initial...
Jun 18, 20243 min read
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Market Central, Transforming Taupō One Stall at a Time
Five years ago, Kaz, a stay-at-home mum at the time, stumbled upon a newspaper ad that would ultimately transform both her life and the...
Apr 8, 20242 min read
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An abundance of adventure awaits when you relocate to Taupō
The key to success is happiness in the household – and creating the perfect balance between a good lifestyle and work is crucial for that...
Feb 22, 20233 min read
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Using technology to turbo-charge Taupō tourism
What does technology have to do with tourism in Taupō? Digital data and marketing are some of the most effective tools for reaching...
Apr 11, 20223 min read
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Tauhara project attracts talent to Taupo
The largest geothermal development in New Zealand in over a decade is well underway at the foot of Mount Tauhara. Contact Energy’s new...
Apr 11, 20222 min read
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Opportunity knocks
After living in cities overseas and in New Zealand, Emma Whitlock and husband Andy knew that they wanted to bring up their children in...
Apr 11, 20224 min read
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Finding freedom and flexibility in Taupo
The fantastic Taupō lifestyle was part of the inspiration for Nic McCondach and Heather Sumpter when they started a business that focuses...
Dec 27, 20213 min read
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Sort out your nerves and your body will heal itself
Keeping your spine and nervous system healthy is a great way to prevent injuries and allow your body to function at its best. Kasey and...
Nov 29, 20212 min read
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Confinement Escape Rooms starts up
“There’s nothing to do in Taupō on a rainy day”. It’s a common misconception that Deiryn Wallace is keen to debunk. Deiryn is the owner...
Nov 12, 20212 min read
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Remote working from the moon? Anything's possible!
For Richard Fitzgerald, Director of IT service company 2Gen, remote working has quickly become an essential part of his business. Richard...
Oct 28, 20212 min read
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It’s a pretty special way of life
Two years ago, Katy Glenie and her husband Mike welcomed their daughter Rosie into the world. The family loved living in Wellington and...
Oct 1, 20212 min read
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Filming business reaches new heights
Joel Corbett originally moved to Taupō to start a career in skydiving. After completing his training in Christchurch, Joel was keen to...
Sep 30, 20212 min read
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The land of milk and honey
Internationally there is a growing demand for products that are natural, healthy, and produced sustainably. The team at Onetai Station...
Aug 31, 20212 min read
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