He complained the road was a fatality waiting to happen. Then it happened
In places, State Highway 5 isn't just unforgiving, it's "absolute garbage", truckie says.
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Seven-year-old girl helping out at Ironman event goes viral for her dancing skills.
Local Focus: Taupō airport developments about to take off
The airport is set for a new terminal, apron and car-parking space. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Taupō airport developments about to take off
Developments for a new terminal, apron and car-park. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
When will Taupo's next 'super-eruption' happen?
Four of the 10 recorded 'super-eruptions' in past 2.8 million years have happened in NZ.
Five crashes, 23 deaths: Grim toll for Taupō's roads
The Taupō /South Waikato road toll last year was 33, many of them multiple fatalities.
Local Focus: Tūrangi St John grant relief helps build future
Over half a million dollars granted for new station. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Tūrangi St John grant relief helps build future
Over half a million dollars was granted to the station. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
The Blackcaps effect - how the sport and the Bay benefits
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Audacity of Dibben
Dibben had the measure of all but two of the superbikes at the Burt Munro Challenge.
'It takes a big toll': Family-owned business devastated by $200k theft of honey
"We worked so hard to pay for it, to get to this stage."
'Life is tough': When home carer 'lifeline' fails
"The mismanagement in the system is absolutely horrendous," Grey Power says.
Passenger killed in Taupō pursuit crash named
He was 45-year-old Pehekino John Bennett-Te Huia of Taupō.
Tenant must pay $18k for trashing property
Tenancy Tribunal ruled the damage went far beyond 'wear and tear'.
Taupō arsons: Local hapū invited to hui with police
The hui will be an opportunity to reassure and tautoko each other.
Comment: Nothing wrong - and lots right - with a bit of public nudity
If you're getting your knickers in a twist, maybe the knickers are the problem.
'Keeps playing in my mind': Woman describes horror of fatal crash scenes
Two people died in separate crashes near Taupō overnight, one following a police pursuit.
'Parent's worst nightmare': Louise Nicholas' daughter's meth charges
The daughter of victim advocate Louise Nicholas is facing sentence for meth supply.
Family First backs mother 'horrified' by naked swimmers
"These 'show-ponies' should be told to cover up and do it at home," Bob McCoskrie said.
Man charged after fatal crash near Taupō
The second crash will be investigated by the Independent Police Conduct Authority.
Fourteen naked swimmers leave Taupō mother 'horrified'
"I just thought it was disgraceful ... They thought it was funny as."
Richie has dibs on title
Richie has been virtually untouchable in the national Supersport 600cc class.
Arsonists target five homes in Taupō
Police are asking locals to come forward with information.
Police seek information after series of arson in Taupō
One of the homes had a family asleep inside when it happened.
Carmen Hall: G-strings are for the bedroom, not beach
COMMENT: As the mum, I worry about the impression this trend is making on young girls.
Neighbours at war: Kiwi family's death threats after TV report
A Taupō man and his Australian-born daughters are at the centre of the scandal.
Four prisoners injured after prison van crashes north of Taupō
The accident happened on SH1 between Chestnut Rd and Ohakuri Rd.
Prude or rude? G-string debate splits Taupō swimmers
'Men in mankinis, women walking around in g-string bikinis and even the odd naked person.'
Person dies on Tongariro Alpine Crossing, rāhui being put in place
Emergency services were called to the scene just after 12pm.
Two people rescued after boat sinks on Lake Taupō
The incident happened west of Whangamata Bay.
Surf's up... on Lake Taupō?
The strong wind blasting the country has had some unexpected benefits.
Bites, quad bikes, butchering: Farm injury rates well above average
In the Midland area, 28 people died from agricultural-work injuries from 2012 to 2018.