Popular day hike deceptively dangerous
Easter visitors are warned not to be complacent about the Tongariro Crossing.
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He came across the young teen walking on her own and plied her with alcohol.
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Boutique Kiwi travel operator acquires Aussie rival
Beyond the Blue owner Steve Pleciak said the move was an opportunity to grow in Australia.
Gotta catch ‘em all: Suspect caught after Pokémon card heist
The alleged suspect took $2200 worth of trading cards.
Chris Rattue: Highlights from four decades in sports journalism
Chris Rattue relfects on the interviews with sports legends who left a lasting impression.
‘Hungry for customers’: New way for public to have their say planned
Council chief executive wants 'customers' at the centre of the organisation's thinking.
Superbike champs wrap up season with 'remarkable' number of firsts
The four-round competition came to a close in Taupō on Sunday.
Mitch Rees dominates NZ Superbikes, clinches third national title
He secured his third title in the premier 1000cc superbike class.
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Riders can see landmarks like the Taonui and Hāpuawhenua Viaducts.
Questions raised around spa pool death of 3-year-old Travis
Travis Mallett, age 3, died after a spa pool incident in Reporoa.
Letters: NZ needs a long-term vision for infrastructure
OPINION: 'Why do we have to spend time and money cleaning up after the incompetents?'
‘Up for the challenge’: Rangitīkei council’s new boss sets priorities for first months
Carol Gordon will prioritise central government reforms in her new role.
Mother jailed for live-streamed crash causing baby’s brain injury
Her 12-week-old baby suffered severe brain damage in the accident.
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.
Dog joining your beach walk? What you need to know
How to protect wildlife from your dog (and keep them safe too).
Hundreds sign petition to keep busy stretch of highway 80km/h
Mayor is urging NZTA for safety improvements on the highway stretch.
Ngāti Tūwharetoa and Taupō District Council move in together
The entities are now under the same roof in He Whare Hono ō Tūwharetoa.
What it’s like playing one of the toughest golf courses in the country
The course near Taupō is not that intimidating, just challenging.
Abuse towards ‘vulnerable’ council staff not slowing down
Council boss David Langford is "happy to front up" to people angry with the council.
Letters: NZ’s housing market model is unsustainable
OPINION: House price increases cause economic harm, a Weekend Herald article says.
Whangārei council’s secret meeting on fluoridation sparks debate
Eighty thousand residents may have fluoridated water by March 28.
Iwi celebrate $21.7m settlement but brace for challenges ahead
Iwi negotiator Aiden Gilbert said the day was joyful but there were challenges ahead.
Councillor on 8am hedge trimmer errand caught drink-driving for fourth time
Anna Park was drunk at the wheel at 8am.
Drought declared in key NZ farming regions, Govt offers support
The government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.
Hot, dry conditions tip Northland into drought
Big dry gives Northland its eighth drought in past two decades
Search for woman who failed to board flight stepped up
Police believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area.
Revealed: Hottest place in the country for third month in a row
The region boasts both the hottest and wettest weather for February.
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Teen gang shooter avoids jail due to ‘worst’ childhood judge has seen
The teen fired five shots at rival gang utes in Rotorua.