Quiet achiever finishes ninth out of 200,000 in language competition
Tauhara College placed 11th in New Zealand in an international language competition.
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A freak crash and spleen removal, then two podiums
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Thumbs up and thumbs down
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Like ducks to water: Whio released in Tūrangi
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Tūrangi police secure new toilet for victims of fire
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Busy weekend for the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter
The rescue helicopter was called to a range of jobs throughout the region.
Historic site restoration a boost for tribe's emotional connection to the land
The move is part of a new Jobs for Nature project.
'It's just crazy': Petrol prices drive surge in EV ownership
A Taupō EV dealer has seen sales more than double this month.
Removal of off-leash dog area breaches rights, says local
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March a busy month for Taupō Orienteering Club
The club has hosted some major events recently.
Future-proofing Taupō Airport for the next 50 years
New Taupō Airport facilities for travellers under construction, opening December 2022.
Taupō homes fail to sell at auction for first time in four years
Taupō's median house price hit $850,000 but sellers should manage expectations.
SH5 reopens after crash closes road for nearly 10 hours
Truck and trailer crashed pre-dawn; salvage continued mid-afternoon.
Cat-astrophe avoided: Crane called in to rescue furry friend from tree
Cat stuck in 20m tall tree for at least four days, possibly seven, rescued by crane.
Taupō flat killing: Man struck flatmate with hammer, stabbed him four times
An altercation between two Taupō flatmates resulted in a man's death.
Mt Ruapehu raised to volcanic alert level 2
The last time Mt Ruapehu was moved to volcanic level 2 was in December 2020.
Six injured in serious road crashes across North Island
Several other people were hospitalised after road incidents around the North Island.
Oxygen and antivirals: How doctors are fighting Omicron
Medical professionals explain how Covid-19 is being treated and when to ask for help.
Taupō killing: Man admits manslaughter charge
William Capper was originally to stand trial on Monday for George Cross' murder.
'I can read with my grandkids now': Literacy and numeracy classes changing lives
The programme helps adults who struggle with digital literacy, reading, writing or maths.