THUMBS UP AND DOWN

THUMBS UP

■ A big thumbs up and thank you to Taupō Community Foodbank Awhina Society, Industrie French Kitchen and Tongariro Catholic Parish for donating delicious food to our Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology students. Your kindness and generosity make a real positive impact to our community.

■ Thumbs up to Jacqueline at the Taupo Medical centre. Her

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phone manner is professional, and respectful. It’s nice to have a calm voice of reassurance and empathy during these busy times.

■ Thumbs up to Ted and Nigel at Top Gear Cycles for sorting out my bike post-crash! Incredible and prompt service — thanks for always going the extra mile!

■ A huge thumbs up to Sade at Just Jeans for fantastic customer service & arranging a great deal. I’m one happy customer.

■ A big thumbs up to Paetiki Lotto Magazine and Post Service, Taupō . So helpful when sending parcels overseas, thank you.

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■ Thumbs down to the local car dealer using CBD carparks for their business needs. You’ve got a dealership and workshop — use your own spaces and leave the carparks for the workers.

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