Fears amalgamations could put Taupō fund at risk

Bronson PerichLocal Democracy Reporter·Waikato Herald·27 Aug, 2026 01:14 AM3 mins to read‌The new He Whare Hono o Tūwharetoa building in Taupō.The new He Whare Hono o Tūwharetoa building in Taupō.Taupō District Council is working on a way to ringfence the Taupō Electricity Limited Fund so other councils can’t access the cash if amalgamation goes ahead.

The TEL fund originated from the sale of council-owned Taupō Electricity Limited and Taupō Generation Limited in 1995 and is used to fund community

Fears amalgamations could put Taupō fund at risk

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