New ZealandTaupō and Tūrangi thumbs up and thumbs downFind out what has amazed and annoyed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.13 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandVisiting the oldest tree in the forestWalkers share highlights from one of the many treks on offer in the central North Island.13 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandGood turnouts and friendly competition hailed by golfersFind out how the Taupō district's clubs did this week.12 Feb 08:00 PM
New Zealand'This is a Kangaroo court': Psychologist saw ADHD clients despite being under supervisionGunther van der Heijden didn't turn up for the HDPT hearing.12 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandCeltic cross discovered on ancient Kaimanawa wall near Lake TaupōAn amateur historian scraped off moss to discover a carved symbol.12 Feb 01:38 AM
New ZealandLotto luck for Taupō player and two Franklin puntersMore Lotto luck for region as Taupō player wins.11 Feb 05:36 PM
New ZealandTaupō and Tūrangi adopt a pet: Meet ArielQuiet, friendly kitten Ariel is looking for a new home.11 Feb 04:07 PM
New ZealandKiwi Olympic hopeful makes transatlantic moveA Waikato equestrian eventer has her sights set on representing NZ in Paris this year.10 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandFive Waikato-born players make Māori All Stars line-upXavier Willison and Te Maire Martin are in the men's squad - both whakapapa to Tahāroa.09 Feb 03:28 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismBuyer for insolvent Ruapehu Alpine Lifts skifield walks awayA buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.07 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandDecades of fundraising finishes in styleShe has been fundraising for good Taupō causes for the past two decades.06 Feb 10:03 PM
New ZealandFire threatens homes near Taupō foreshoreA fire in Taupō came close to houses overlooking Lake Taupō.05 Feb 03:20 AM
New ZealandDesert Road to close at night for five weeksNZTA advises the detour will add about 30 minutes to travel times.05 Feb 12:41 AM
New Zealand‘A step forward’: Agreement to sell Tūroa side of Mt Ruapehu signedMeanwhile, no plans for the Whakapapa side of the mountain are set in stone.03 Feb 09:25 PM
New ZealandTaupō loses only movie theatre but not through lack of demandTaupō movie buffs will have to content themselves with streaming services for now.02 Feb 05:02 PM
New ZealandTaupō to Tūrangi SH1 closures extendedWaka Kotahi has announced more closures due to weather hampering progress.01 Feb 02:53 AM
New Zealand'It seems to be shrouded in some mystery': Social hub to open to the publicThe manager of Taupō's Waiora House says there's "mystery" around it.01 Feb 12:45 AM
New ZealandWoman turns up to petrol station with serious propane burnsThe woman was airlifted to hospital.31 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandNapier-Taupō Rd open after slipHeavy rain on State Highway 5 caused slips which closed the road near Te Pohue.31 Jan 06:56 AM
New ZealandPolice warning after paddleboarder rescued on Lake Taupō'At the least, the bare minimum you need to do is wear a lifejacket on the water.'30 Jan 06:16 PM
New ZealandThunderbolts and lightning prompt a fitting end to Waikato's Summer Concert SeriesSizzling music on a soggy weekend makes for a steamy Summer Concert Series.28 Jan 09:10 PM
New Zealand'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patientsShe is calling for the "long-term" increase of extra security guards at hospitals.28 Jan 08:39 PM
New ZealandThe small but mighty battle it out in NZ Bug of the YearContestants need a hard outer shell to make it in this competition.26 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandInternational acts set to hit the stage in Hamilton and TaupōA sizzling summer of music continues in Hamilton and Taupō this weekend.26 Jan 03:26 AM
New ZealandTaupō tourism boss steps down, replacement soughtWilson has headed Destination Great Lake Taupō since 2019.25 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandHere comes the sun: Tourists return to TaupōAfter several disrupted years, things are looking up for Taupō's tourism.24 Jan 04:10 PM
New Zealand'Busy' long weekend in Rotorua despite wet weatherOne cafe was 'full house' one morning, while a campground only had a couple of spots left.24 Jan 03:00 PM
New Zealand'My body's falling to bits': Woman pleads 'let me die'Currently the end-of-life legislation is only an option for people who are terminally ill.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHoliday over - it's back to road works for Waikato crewsNZTA is reminding Waikato motorists of significant upcoming roadworks.21 Jan 07:41 PM
New Zealand'Recovery has truly begun': Waikato buzzing this summerSummer has been treating the Waikato well - and there is still more to come.19 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandDelays for SH1 South Waikato as road widened for median barriersWorks in two areas south of Ātiamuri will see delays on SH1.18 Jan 09:41 PM
New ZealandRoadworks to close Taupō to Tūrangi route for five daysDaytime closures and stop/go management will be in place along SH1 from Taupō to Tūrangi.17 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandFishing for answers to the secret lives of troutA PhD student spent her summer holidays gutting trout for science.16 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandClam spread in the spotlight as thousands descend on Lake KarāpiroWaka ama paddlers and gold clams go head-to-head.16 Jan 04:20 AM
