Tūrangi Foodbank feeding a big slice of town's population
Tūrangi Foodbank has already delivered 1567 food parcels since October 2023.
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Major police probe prevents tangi shooting and attempted murder of rival gang member
Police seized illegal drugs and firearms and restrained assets worth $800k.
Six-year-old named as fatal crash victim
The crash, involving a car and a truck, happened on State Highway 1 near Waiōuru.
Burnt out lodge demolished, replaced with state houses
Fire caused extensive damage to Berkenhoff lodge in November 2022.
'Complacency can cause accidents': NZTA’s advice for SH1 detours
NZTA is warning people to take care on detours as SH1 works ramp up.
Taupō school in lockdown after threatening email
Police at the school as a precautionary measure.
Fishing takes patience but the boat took five years
The little clinker boat has taken about two years of fulltime work to complete.
Four dead in two 'horrific' North Island crashes
Four people have died on North Island roads today, in two separate crashes.
New hot pool complex being built at Taupō's Huka Prawn Park
The new facilites are for families and will complement the adults-only Wairakei Terraces.
Easier than taxes: Bean counter turns to cookbooks
A best-selling cookbook author says she's 'not a foodie' but loves simple recipes.
Tennis club marks its 100th birthday in style
The clubhouse has had a $270k upgrade and celebrates 100 years this weekend.
Fears mill closures could create ‘ghost towns’
Raetihi residents say the negative flow-on effect is already being felt.
From mountain biking to waterfall walks: What to do in Ruapehu this spring and summer
A trip down State Highway 4 for sunny activities in alpine towns.
Mt Ruapehu's crater lake at record cool temps – but sudden eruption unlikely
Ruapehu's crater lake is unusually cool, while Whakaari's eruptive episode may be ending.
Nurse celebrates 50th anniversary at medical centre
Jean Chegwidden has worked as a nurse for more than 60 years.
NZTA advises Auckland to Wellington motorists to avoid SH1
A detour of 23km or about 16mins will be in place.
The city with the lowest home ownership rates in NZ
Housing is relatively inexpensive compared with other cities but ownership rates are low.
'A noose with your name': Man guilty of making Jacinda Ardern death threats
He represented himself in court with what the judge called 'legal gobbledygook'.
Critical infrastructure project nears completion
The push is on to get the Taupō sewer line buried before the big events hit town.
'Part therapy': Business resilience celebrated
More than 80 local businesses in Taupō entered the 2024 Stella Awards.
Californian artist brings the moa back from extinction
The exhibition is a tribute to those who have been loved and lost.
'Perfectly imperfect' fruit and vegetables provide a recipe for business success
Collaboration with restaurant Embra turned misfit pears into fine dining delight.
Police charge 22yo man after fatal vehicle incident in Taupō
The man is due to appear in the Taupō District Court next week.
Potential new $500m industry for Central North Island
Scientists have worked out how to create protein from microorganisms in geothermal gases.
App allows people to buy food cheap before it's thrown away
Cafes can retain some value in products that would otherwise get thrown away.
What you need to know about road closures on SH1
NZTA says motorists can expect 'roadworks galore' on SH1 due to major projects.
'It takes a village' to support a mum who's lost a baby
Without any prenatal warning baby Connor died at just one hour old.
Mt Ruapehu’s crater lake cools to record level; what that means for eruption chances
Volcano's crater lake registers coldest temperature in seven decades of monitoring.
To the guinea pigs go the spoils from show - as hundreds turn out to see them compete
There's nothing like a good rodent show to pull the punters.
Local snaps up spot on millionaire’s row for $70,000
Taupō property comes with access to heated pool, sauna and gym.
Snow warning for SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd; rain on way for Hawke’s Bay
A snow road warning has been issued for the highway.
Body found in burnt-out car not yet formally identified
The body was found in the front seat of burning car.
Remnants of NZ supervolcano found in Tasmania
Tiny volcanic glass shards from the eruption have been discovered in Australia.