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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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Central Firewood & Maintenance Services
Abbey Electrical Services Limited
Mick Martin Builders
Andrews Macleod
Taihape Plumbing
Lewis Shearing & Fencing
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Mauri Ora Wellness
Penguin Scientific and Medical
Taihape Physiotherapy Limited
Choice Mission Company Limited
Bridget Watson
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Hashtagthique Limited
TK Crafts
Taihape Sports and Outdoors
Spray Technologies 2025 Limited
Eastland Building & Farm Supplies Limited
Pssr Family
Professional Services
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Incept Holdings Limited
H.o.p.e. Leadership
Webgo.co
Matuarau
Piki Design Limited
Web, SEO & Marketing
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Automotive
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Taihape Tyre Centre (2018)
Incept Marine Limited
Taihape Panel and Paint
Central Auto Refinishers
Taihape Honda
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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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