Acclaimed local restaurants put Waikato on the foodie map
Almost 20 local restaurants have been named in the Cuisine Good Food Awards 2024/2025.
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Two contrasting sides to the Tongariro River Trail
There are two sides to the story of this popular walk along the Tongariro River.
Police refer Tūrangi double deaths to coroner
Two people were found dead at a residential address on August 15.
Review: The Marlow Murder Club a fun 'cosy crime' series
The series, written by Richard Thorogood and director Steve Barron, is streaming on TVNZ+.
Man who drove between regions allegedly six times over alcohol limit
'According to the breathalyser ... the man was anything but sober.'
Taupō bypass receives $6.6m safety improvement
The improvement marked the completion of the second of three stages.
'Worst nightmare': Kiwi skydiving instructor dies after botched landing
His dad, a Kiwi skydiver of 30 years, was with him the day of the fateful fall.
Erosion found on both sides of Waikato River control gates
The banks on either side of the Lake Taupō bridge need stabilising.
Lake Taupō shrinks away as dry winter takes its toll
The lake is more than one metre lower than it was at the beginning of the year.
Review: Mark Wahlberg's The Union 'a bit silly' but also a load of fun
OPINION: Sit back, expect nothing and enjoy the ride.
'No justification': Thieves make off with dozens of temporary speed limit signs
At least 30 temporary speed signs have been taken from highway roadworks in Hawke's Bay.
Waikato's best pies found in Hamilton, Tīrau, Tuakau, Taupō
The recent Bakels NZ Pie Awards featured creations from six local bakeries.
Waikato athletes shine: 13 of New Zealand’s 20 Olympic medals from Paris 2024
Cambridge rowers Brooke Francis and Lucy Spoors won gold, defeating reigning champions.
Mayors 'cautiously optimistic' about keeping mills from closing
The Government has invited the mayors to work with WPI on possible solutions.
Top riders to compete at Taupō's 50th anniversary MX Fest extravaganza
Top riders to compete at Taupō's MX Fest, October 25-27, celebrating decades of motocross
New member inducted into touch rugby's Hall of Fame
George Jahnke, 50, has been involved in eight World Cups and played 96 games for NZ.
Taupō foodie releases cookbook with Kiwi classic inspired dishes
At 21, Olivia Moore has released her first recipe book.
Recipe: Smoked Trout and Potato Cakes
Looking for a use for all those trout you've hauled up? Try these fish cakes.
Taupō tourism agency tightens its belt as budget cuts bite
Tourism is worth hundreds of millions of dollars to the Taupō economy.
Tūrangi deaths: Woman identified, described as loving mum
Maxine Puhi was one of two people found dead in a Tūrangi home this week.
Council yet to establish origins of asbestos at Taupō landfill
The council says it is too early to tell how many customers are affected.
In a pickle? We've got the constable for you
Taupō's 'Good Sort of the Month' is a face painter, DJ and community cop.
Taupō to get a 'pop-up' cinema and possibly a drive-in
A temporary cinema solution has been found while a permanent venue is finalised.
Sad about cancelled fashion week? No problem: Taupō has a quirky alternative
The event is part of Lake Taupō Hospice’s annual fundraiser.
'Outstanding' builds from Waikato make House of the Year list
The Top 100 homes will now undergo a second round of judging.
Taupō walkers: Old mill offers new adventures for young at heart
The old Tihoi Timber Mill site has been repurposed into an adventure camp.
Greenlea rescue heli wraps up 'busy' July
The crew carried out 38 missions across the Lakes and Central Plateau region.
'Unrepentant' farmer of 40 years jailed for animal cruelty
He disputed he did anything wrong and underestimated the pain caused, a judge said.
16 months of diversions: Major State Highway 1 roadworks begin next month
Maintenance work will be done on a large proportion of SH1 in Waikato by the end of 2025.
Asbestos found in landfill used to recycle concrete
Concrete recycling at the site has been put on hold. The landfill remains open.
Long days and freezing nights in search of the perfect photo
The magic happens in the 'blue hour' just before dawn.
Opinion: Power price pain remedy might already be at our feet
Opinion: Could superhot geothermal energy address the extreme power price increases?
Going for gold with a snorkel and flippers
All four New Zealand teams made it to the podium.
One person critically injured in SH1 crash near Taupō
The road was closed for over an hour as emergency services attended the scene.