Taupō & Tūrangi news
New football club in Ruapehu ‘creating pathways’ for kids
Paynter has been impressed with the quality level and enthusiasm for football in Ruapehu.
Future of Raetihi recycling facility left in limbo
Residents must wait six weeks for a recycling station decision.
‘State of shock’: Canadian hockey players injured in serious crash
The visiting U16 and U18 hockey team members were travelling to Tauranga from Napier.
Driver charged after 12 people injured in crash between van and SUV on SH5
Four ambulances and four helicopters were sent to the scene.
Rāhui in place at one of Aotearoa’s top hikes after death on track
Police extended their condolences to the family and the track will reopen Wednesday.
Popular day hike deceptively dangerous
Easter visitors are warned not to be complacent about the Tongariro Crossing.
Share Farmers of the Year revealed at Central Plateau awards
The Kiffs won Share Farmer of the Year, milking 580 cows in Tokoroa.
Gotta catch ‘em all: Suspect caught after Pokémon card heist
The alleged suspect took $2200 worth of trading cards.
Questions raised around spa pool death of 3-year-old Travis
Travis Mallett, age 3, died after a spa pool incident in Reporoa.
Desert Road reopens after closure cost freight industry $100,000 daily
The Desert Road closure forced 800 trucks daily on to a 40-minute detour.
Homeowners snap up nearby house for $4.15m after heated auction
Waterfront homes in Taupō’s most expensive suburb are in high demand.
Desert Rd to reopen, further work required later
The state highway has been closed between Tūrangi and Waiōuru since January 13.
Ngāti Tūwharetoa and Taupō District Council move in together
The entities are now under the same roof in He Whare Hono ō Tūwharetoa.
News from around Waikato
‘Very unusual’ - Police station up for grabs, could be bowled
Hamilton cop shop could be bowled and redeveloped, says listing agent.
‘Designed to silence us’: Te Pāti Māori refuses to face Privileges Committee over haka
The party argues it will not get a fair hearing after several requests were rejected.
Meet the 2025 Dairy Woman of the Year finalists
Frances Beeston, Jo Sheridan and Lara Sutton are all in the running this year.
Rural news
‘Another iconic station has gone into trees’: Last Waipaoa Station block to convert to pine forest
What remains of iconic Waipaoa Station is to go into pinus radiata trees.
February a strong month for NZ red meat exports
Exports reached $1.1 billion - a 25% increase compared to February 2024.
Meet the 2025 Dairy Woman of the Year finalists
Frances Beeston, Jo Sheridan and Lara Sutton are all in the running this year.
‘Eyesore’ gun shop for sale for $250,000 - property overflowing with rubbish, rats
The council has served the owners with an urgent clean-up notice.
‘Very unusual’ - Police station up for grabs, could be bowled
Hamilton cop shop could be bowled and redeveloped, says listing agent.
More news from Taupō & Tūrangi
Drought declared in key NZ farming regions, Govt offers support
The government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.
Superbike Championship goes into final rounds in Waikato
A Whakatāne rider has his eye on the top podium spot.
Search for woman who failed to board flight stepped up
Police believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area.