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WELCOME TO AMPLIFY
THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR TAUPO DISTRICT

Amplify is the economic development agency for the Taupō District and we exist to grow the local economy. We leverage Taupō’s natural advantages and work with business and stakeholders to champion sustainable growth throughout the district.


Our vision is that Taupō is a vibrant and prosperous district, where both talent and business thrive.
As an independent charitable trust, Amplify is led by Chairman Jo Bransgrove and an experienced Board, who collectively hold insight into the key industries in our district. The Amplify team is led by CEO, Rick Keehan with team members each having a clear area of expertise and focus including innovation and entrepreneurship, business growth and support, sector development and capability building.
Amplify’s three-year strategic plan frames up our six key pillars of work

Upcoming Events

  • Continuous Improvement and Lean Productivity - Lego Airplane Simulation Workshop
    Continuous Improvement and Lean Productivity - Lego Airplane Simulation Workshop
    Continuous Improvement and Lean Productivity - Lego Airplane Simulation Workshop
    Thu, 02 May
    Waiora House
    02 May 2024, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Waiora House, 129 Spa Road, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
    02 May 2024, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Waiora House, 129 Spa Road, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
    Do you want to improve your work processes, boost your productivity, and become a great team?
  • Techweek 2024 - New Zealand’s festival for tech that’s good for the world
    Techweek 2024 - New Zealand’s festival for tech that’s good for the world
    Techweek 2024 - New Zealand’s festival for tech that’s good for the world
    Mon, 20 May
    Taupō
    20 May 2024, 8:30 am – 24 May 2024, 5:00 pm
    Taupō, Taupō, New Zealand
    20 May 2024, 8:30 am – 24 May 2024, 5:00 pm
    Taupō, Taupō, New Zealand
    Save the date for all the local Taupo Tech Week Events.
  • The Digital Manufacturing Challenge
    The Digital Manufacturing Challenge
    The Digital Manufacturing Challenge
    Mon, 20 May
    Quality Inn Acapulo
    20 May 2024, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Quality Inn Acapulo, 19 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
    20 May 2024, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Quality Inn Acapulo, 19 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
    The Digital Manufacturing Challenge demonstrates the impact of industry 4.0 solutions first-hand by applying them to our digital factory.
  • Tech Week - Technology for Hospitality - Lunch and Learn
    Tech Week - Technology for Hospitality - Lunch and Learn
    Tech Week - Technology for Hospitality - Lunch and Learn
    Tue, 21 May
    Waiora House
    21 May 2024, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
    Waiora House, Kaimanawa Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
    21 May 2024, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
    Waiora House, Kaimanawa Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
    Join Fleur, founder of nationwide foodie platform Treat NZ as we take a look at how technology can benefit your hospitality business.
  • The Importance of Measuring your Marketing
    The Importance of Measuring your Marketing
    The Importance of Measuring your Marketing
    Wed, 22 May
    Waiora House
    22 May 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
    Waiora House, Kaimanawa Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
    22 May 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
    Waiora House, Kaimanawa Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
    This session is focused on making sense of online data for real world businesses.
  • The Business Case for Sustainability
    The Business Case for Sustainability
    The Business Case for Sustainability
    Thu, 23 May
    Upstairs Dixie Browns
    23 May 2024, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
    Upstairs Dixie Browns, 38 Roberts St, Taupō, New Zealand
    23 May 2024, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
    Upstairs Dixie Browns, 38 Roberts St, Taupō, New Zealand
    This workshop aims to empower businesses with the knowledge and tools necessary to leverage sustainability as a driver of financial success.
  • Amp It Up - Pitch Night
    Amp It Up - Pitch Night
    Amp It Up - Pitch Night
    Thu, 23 May
    Mavericks Taupo
    23 May 2024, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
    Mavericks Taupo, 650 Lake Terrace, Wharewaka, Taupō 3378, New Zealand
    23 May 2024, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
    Mavericks Taupo, 650 Lake Terrace, Wharewaka, Taupō 3378, New Zealand
    Our Amp It Up cohort has been working hard on their businesses, and this event will see them pitch their business ideas, with the chance to win a share of the prize money!
  • Contact Energy Public Open Day
    Contact Energy Public Open Day
    Contact Energy Public Open Day
    Sat, 06 Jul
    Taupō Visitor Centre
    06 Jul 2024, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
    Taupō Visitor Centre, 30 Tongariro Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
    06 Jul 2024, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
    Taupō Visitor Centre, 30 Tongariro Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
    Get a behind-the-scenes tour of Contact Energy’s Te Mihi powerstation
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Make Taupo Yours!

​Finding the right balance is the key to success and happiness. Be it a thriving business, successful career or  time with the family, you can create your balance right here in the Taupō District.

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