An author has compiled a book detailing some of the nation's less-known history.

The family-friendly event returns for its second year, with even more on offer.

The masters team will swap Lake Taupō in winter for the Pacific Ocean in summer.

After several disrupted years, things are looking up for Taupō's tourism.

Daytime closures and stop/go management will be in place along SH1 from Taupō to Tūrangi.

'We decided to go to the Hole in One for fun, but I didn’t think I’d win.'

Ten people have drowned in the Waikato River between Lake Taupō and Huka Falls since 2008.

The people of one Lake Taupō community can sleep easier thanks to one man's hard work.

A metres-high balloon dinosaur and a kinetic sculpture will kick off the new trail.

Retirement hasn't slowed down a Taupō couple, who are about to release their third book.

This Saturday, competitors will descend on Taupō for its first half ironman since 2019.

Plans have been released for a proposed new retail development in Taupō.

Boat racing on Lake Taupō has been banned to prevent the spread of gold clams.

What's next for the accident hotspot on SH1 between Taupō and Tūrangi?

Ray White Taupō is asking generous locals to help make Christmas magical.

Taupō Choral and Rotorua District Choir have joined forces for a special performance.

Taupō's Kyle Merewether is heading to Hamilton to take on his toughest fight yet.

A popular program of outdoor events in the Central Plateau will return this summer.

A falcon release project in Taupō has reached a new milestone.

Tauhara College has celebrated the return of its popular Japan trip after Covid-19.

Actors are needed for Centre Stage Taupō's new, thrilling production with a difference.

They’re so elusive even the experts aren’t sure of exact numbers.

A party was held to celebrate the Women's Institute's 90th anniversary in Taupō.

Two years on from a near-fatal accident, Thomas Orr is pioneering a new business.

What do animal shelters do on the loudest night of the year to help their furry residents?

An off-the-grid experience in Taupō has won a national Airbnb title.

Eight months after Cyclone Gabrielle gave the Taupō bike park a battering, it's reopened.

Graffiato returned to Taupō this Labour Weekend, bringing ten new artworks to the town.

Five doctors are putting on a live rehearsal to fundraise for Lake Taupō Hospice.

She wants to go to Hobbiton but might have to go to war instead.

Lake Taupō Hospice Shop is putting on a fashion show with a twist.

Exercise without leaving your chair? It can be done, says Taupō instructor.

Want to brush up your language skills and help fund a school trip to France? Here's how.

The Wildwood Gallery owner is celebrating a third major national win.

Taupō will gain a third GP practice at the end of the month.

A local teacher has been recognised for doing it all, from kapa haka to teacher training.

A young Waikato rugby league player is quickly rising up the women's ranks of NRL.

It's fast, it's difficult and it's pretty new to NZ. But what is cyclocross?

Taupō's would-be MP candidates came together last week to share their views.

Vanya Insull's recipes are staples for many in Aotearoa- now she's back with a new book.

Dates and level of government spending to attract Supercars to Taupō has been revealed.

One of Taupō's biggest family events is set to return after a two-year hiatus.

Jan Pook isn't a swimmer, but has racked up hundreds of volunteer hours at the pool.

A new series of events in Taupō aims to help people explore the town and learn new skills.

Three young BMX riders from Waikato have returned from the UCI World Championships.

Jim Shaw's career took him all over the world. Now, he's written a book about his life.

A group of dancers from Tauhara College is gearing up for the national stage.

A new wing has opened at Taupō Hospital to enable more local appointments.

Countdown in Taupō to close on October 1 so a new Woolworths can be built.

Taupō Budget House has found a fun new way to teach young people about money.

A community grant will help protect species like the Australasian bittern.

A group of residents at a Taupō retirement village have been stitching for a good cause.

Students at a Taupō school receive daily hot lunches and sports equipment from Pita Pit.

A Taupō author has taken home a top accolade at national book awards.

Two Taupō restaurants have been given exclusive ratings reserved for the country's best.

Taupō's roads are about to get a vintage feel for this year's Daffodil Day.

Taupō is to be left with just two GP practices from this month.

Drivers and locals are calling for action on SH1 at Bulli Point, but are they being heard?

An author has written a comprehensive history of fishing on the Tongariro.

A new mentorship programme aims to pair youngsters with understanding adults.

Six new te reo Māori words have been revealed at NZ's steamiest industry event.

A teenage Taupō band will get their big break at the Summer Concert.

Some major changes are planned for the rebuild of Countdown's Taupō Central store.

Robot lions and horses dressed as dragons feature in the colourful work about Da Vinci.

Two Taupō eateries named alongside the country's best restaurants.

Brass band classics and more modern numbers are on the cards for Taupō Brass's concert.

A man is lucky to be alive after a car crashed into his bedroom while he was sleeping.

It's a family affair for Tūrangi-born Jackson Owens' new single with his brother.

The youths allegedly fled on foot after the car was spiked

An after-school programme is celebrating being able to deliver an important service.

Tributes have been paid to Phil Battersby and his contributions to the Taupō landscape.

Skiing set to return to the Central North Island after years of disruptions.

What is Matariki? How should we celebrate it? The Taupō and Tūrangi Herald investigates.

Taupō's most glamorous fundraiser is back for 2023.

Now in its second year, there are many ways to mark our new public holiday in Taupō.

Graeme McIntosh was the local funeral director for over 40 years.

The girls of Taupō-nui-a-Tia's First XV have been busy on and off the pitch this season.

100 planting days, 4,000 volunteers, 220,000 plants; a busy 10 years for Greening Taupō.