Midnight Lake Taupo rescue: Warning on inflatables
Four men rescued after getting blown out onto Lake Taupo in their cheap inflatable rafts.
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Motorcyclist killed in Taupo crash named
Benjamin Allan Biddle, 32, died yesterday after his bike collided with a ute near Motutere
Where the royals could honeymoon in NZ
A honeymoon in New Zealand would be the ultimate romantic break for the loved-up duo.
Man to remain in mental health facility after killing wife
Simon Harvey Frank will be detained in hospital as a special in-patient.
Thunderstorms brewing over North Island
A second round of thunderstorms are brewing after yesterday's downpours
Hillside city homes chosen in House of the Year
Homes across the country were recognised for their excellence.
Key drives home men's health message
Sir John took part in the Men's Health Trust's annual Charity Golf Tournament at Wairakei.
Mountain biker suffers puncture wound in collision
The man collided with another mountain biker coming from the opposite direction.
Taupo mayor awaiting kidney transplant
Taupo mayor David Trewavas has been diagnosed with kidney disease.
A BMX artist with a smashed-up body
Dirt-jump star Paul Langlands says he is living the dream.
Locals oppose planned fuel stop
"It will ruin the street" say neighbours. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Heartthrob chef to millions showcases Kiwi cuisine
Celebrity Chinese Chef Nicholas Tse visits NZ. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Mechanic admits driving Lamborghini 170km/h
According to GPS, car was driven from Taupo to Rotorua - twice.
Lamborghini stoush: garage disputes 'joyride' claim
The car's owner claims shoddy work and joyriding; the mechanic says he hasn't been paid.
Huge fire destroys Taupo home
A witness said the house in suburban Taupo looked burnt beyond repair.
Dramatic rescue of kayaker at Huka Falls
Watch: Kayaker who got into trouble at Huka Falls has been lifted to safety by helicopter.
Water wonderland at our heart
A road trip around Lake Taupo is short enough to do in half a day.
Family grieve loss of grandmother and grandson
The horrific crash killed four people and injured eight others
Taupo crash victim's daughter gutted at loss: 'It's not fair'
Leighton Ahuriri had celebrated his 60th birthday days before the crash.
Taupo crash victims named
Police have released the names of the four people who died in the horrific Taupo crash.
'5-year-old died peacefully' after crash
David Henderson and Harry Murdoch were with the 5-year-old boy in his last moments
'There was no sign of life': Witness describes crash horror
The horrific scene was like something from a nightmare, a witness says.
Man charged with murder of baby daughter: Trial date set
Turangi man Donovan Michael Duff is to go on trial in June next year.
Mum killed, baby critical after crash claims four lives
The horror crash involved members of a church group returning home to Palmerston North.
Baby fights for life as four die in Taupo crash
Both lanes are blocked after a two-car crash near Taupo on State Highway 1.
Moko inquest: A tale of two mothers
At the heart of Moko's shocking death were two young mothers struggling to cope.
Police warn against solo adventure missions
Snow groomer winched skier's body up from crater lake when helicopter couldn't be used.
Skier who died in crater lake had saved toddler
Richard Ebbett, who lost his life in Ruapehu's crater lake, saved a drowning girl in 2001.
Proposal to allow Easter Sunday trading in Taupo district
Taupo community can have their say on proposed Easter Sunday Trading.
'GFC to blame for drop in estate's value'
The marked drop in value of an estate's property was due to the GFC, lawyers claim.
Rich lister in estate sale court action
William Burgess has taken the executors of his mother's estate to court.