'I don't want to spend Christmas in a motel': Taupō rentals 'at an all time low'
A lack of rental accommodation in Taupō is making life tough for many.
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$100,000 up for grabs for local students
The scholarship helps students with significant physical or intellectual disabilities.
Man facing raft of charges after gunpoint car theft and AOS callout near Taupō
Dramatic arrest in the bush near Taupō after alleged gunpoint car theft.
'It's simply not on': Three Waters process labelled 'hugely flawed'
The Taupō District mayor says the lack of consultation is "hugely disappointing".
Taupō Ironman cancelled due to Covid outbreak
Taupō's Ironman 70.3 has been cancelled due to uncertainty around Covid-19 restrictions.
A New Zealand first: Kārearea chicks released on iwi land
The Tauhara Block is now home to two kārearea (NZ Falcon) chicks.
Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge postponed
About 5000 riders participate in the cycle challenge every year.
New and improved: St John Tūrangi upgrade starts next month
Building code standards say the station must be operational immediately after a disaster.
Ready, set, paint: Graffiato Street Art Festival returns
The Graffiato Taupō Street Art Festival returns to Taupō this weekend.
'It's amazing': Playground revamp gets big tick from kids
A brand-new $1.2 million destination playground is a hit with Taupō tamariki
Where to get vaccinated on Super Saturday in Rotorua and Taupō
Here's a list of the places offering vaccinations and treats this weekend.
The 90% Project: Lakefront suburb is Lakes' most vaccinated spot
But the vaccination roll-out in the Lakes District still has a way to go.
Local Focus: You're being laser-scanned from above
Unison Networks is laser-scanning its network in Rotorua, Taupō and Hawke's Bay.
"This time last year we didn't even know if we would have a business now."
Out of 2020 lockdown came 'sustain, survive, stability' for iconic Taupō business.
Employee 'shocked and blindsided' by dismissal awarded $27k
The woman was dismissed just weeks after complaining of discrimination and bullying.
Ironman returns: 70.3 World Championship set for Taupō
The 2020 edition of the Ironman 70.3 World Championship was cancelled due to Covid-19.
$4.2m drug bust: Bogus companies, leased premises, stolen power and 19 offenders
Details of the sophisticated Rotorua-based operation can now be revealed.
The $10,000 you never knew you had
A call to bust the Hawke's Bay Power Consumers' Trust. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Three Aucklanders arrested after a trip to the snow
Three Auckland men have been charged and are due to appear in court.
Save the date! Summer Concert Tour returning
Summer Concert Tour 2022 shifts to March, with artists announcement to follow later.
Giving life to the Māori language
A growing number of whenua taking up te reo Māori with classes held all over the rohe.
Raukura boys selected for Chiefs camp
The camp is known as a pathway for players to make the step into professional rugby.
Regional councillor visited lockdown protest 'to hear concerns'
Councillor says she was at lockdown protest to hear concerns, not to join in.
Todd Muller sparks shadow cabinet reshuffle
Judith Collins has today announced a minor reshuffle of the Opposition Shadow Cabinet.
Bay of Plenty and Taupō homes make House of the Year top 100
Several Western Bay of Plenty and Taupō homes have made the Top 100.
Covid lockdown: Restriction breaches in Whangamatā, Taupō
Police are considering taking enforcement action against lockdown rule breakers.
House 'well and truly gone' after devastating blaze
Firefighters were called around 2am.
Turning wood into art: Robbie's award-winning style
It wasn't until a friend messaged 'congratulations!' that woodturner realised he had won.
Another Rotorua store targeted as Bay of Plenty records increase in car thefts, ram-raids
Rotorua's FreshChoice is the latest victim in a string of property damage incidents.
Snow way! Highways closed, snow on Mt Tarawera
There could be snow on the road in some areas.
"We are providing a sense of purpose and belonging"
Manager of Taupō not-for-profit says helping vulnerable people find meaning is his passion
Woman murdered by partner was 'beautiful and full of life'
Darkie Cable has pleaded guilty to murdering Samantha Reid near Taupō in January 2020.