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Taihape has been the gumboot capital of New Zealand since 1985, when locals launched Gumboot Day and built the corrugated-iron gumboot that still greets visitors at the edge of town. It grew as a railway town on the North Island Main Trunk and now serves the sheep and beef stations of the upper Rangitīkei. The Rangitīkei River carves through papa cliffs and gorges nearby, drawing rafters and anglers.
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Cafés & Eating
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Brown Sugar Cafe
Soul Cafe (2013)
Tucker Jones
Ckp Taihape
Lin Business 2016
crystal bar Tearooms & Bakery
Trades & Services
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Central Firewood & Maintenance Services
Abbey Electrical Services Limited
Mick Martin Builders
Andrews Macleod
Taihape Plumbing
Lewis Shearing & Fencing
Makers & Studios
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Hautapu Haulage Limited
Kiwi Quinoa
Kaiangaroa Pastoral Limited
Bfix
Spion Kop Farm
TE Wai Station
Health & Beauty
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Penguin Scientific and Medical
Taihape Health
Bridget Watson
Choice Mission Company Limited
Mauri Ora Wellness
Accommodation & Stays
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Retail & Shops
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Professional Services
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Incept Holdings Limited
H.o.p.e. Leadership
Webgo.co
James Foster
Matuarau
Web, SEO & Marketing
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Automotive
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Central Auto Refinishers
Taihape Towing
Auto Electrical Services (taihape)
Taihape Tyre Centre (2018)
Taihape Panel and Paint
Education & Training
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What is Taihape known for?
Taihape has been the gumboot capital of New Zealand since 1985, when locals launched Gumboot Day and built the corrugated-iron gumboot that still greets visitors at the edge of town. It grew as a railway town on the North Island Main Trunk and now serves the sheep and beef stations of the upper Rangitīkei. The Rangitīkei River carves through papa cliffs and gorges nearby, drawing rafters and anglers.
What region is Taihape in?
Taihape is in the Manawatū-Whanganui region of New Zealand.
What is the population of Taihape?
Taihape has an estimated population of around 1,500 (Stats NZ estimate).
How many businesses are in Taihape?
List-It lists 60+ Taihape businesses across 12 categories, sourced from the NZ Companies Register (NZBN) and verified owner claims.
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