Sleet and light snow showers are forecast for the Desert Rd this weekend. Motorists are warned that the showers could fall on the

Police and emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash on State Highway 1 at Waitahanui south of Taupo. Six people from

The opening of the Whakapapa and Turoa ski areas have been delayed due to lack of snow fall, however weather permitting, beginner

A truck and trailer unit carrying dry cement has crashed near Taupo.

Neighbour says convicted killer Tania Shailer was a 'nice girl' who sang and danced with her children prior to the horrific death of toddler Moko Rangitoheriri.

Mother of 3-year-old killed by caregivers breaks down in court as pair are jailed for highest manslaughter sentence handed out in New Zealand.

Research into how ash clouds from a large volcanic eruption under Lake Taupo would affect the country could help with managing the disaster if it occurs.

Inaugural Taupo Winter Festival will kickstart the cold season.

Nia Glassie and Moko Rangitoheriri were both beaten to death at the age of 3.

The Taupo Women's Refuge says says a staffer has been subject of a false statement.

Death was not quick or painless for 3-year-old Moko Rangitoheriri.

Emergency services are currently at the scene of a crash in Taupo where a car has hit a power pole.

A driver who fled an alcohol check point in Taupo was stopped after a dramatic 20 minute pursuit through the town.

Fire crews from Rotorua and Taupo are currently attending a fire at Dudley Mechanical Preps on Manuka St in Taupo.

Police have today opened a homicide investigation following the death of a 41-year-old woman in Mangakino, north west of Taupo.