Tramping paradise all thanks to locals' hard work
Find out where Taupō's walkers have been this week.
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Police, planters and social posts get the thumbs up
Find out what has invigorated and incensed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
A free feed is the signature dish in this town
Twice a month the Tūrangi community sits down to dinner.
Kelsos hoping to unveil another promising Proisir filly
They are hoping Levakia can reach the same lofty heights as Legarto.
Bay of Plenty Squash Open brings elite athletes to Taupō
Hosted by the Taupō Squash Club, the tournament drew in a quality field.
Review: Gritty and witty combine in British spy drama
Characters are at the heart of this British spy drama starring Bill Nighy.
Drive to get horses microchipped in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle
Disappearance and death of horses during the storm highlighted the need for microchips.
Amazing community space grows people and plants
It's a melting pot of DIY and survival skills, music and a bit of gardening.
Kiwi completes incredible run across NZ and Australia
Curly Jacobs says he soon learned to leave the Aussie wildlife alone.
School lockdown lifted after reports of person with firearm
Police are speaking with a person and have verified no firearm was involved.
Fireplace technicians and bus drivers get the thumbs up
Find out what's pleased and perplexed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week,
Waikato heli-saw to transform forestry, electricity sectors
TLC will continue to trial the heli-saw technology this month in Piopio.
Ultra-distance runner completes 6500km run
Ultra-distance runner from Taupō Curly Jacobs, completes his six-month and 6500km run around NZ and Australia, crossing the finish line in Darwin, with his 8-year-old son.
Heli-saw: Helicopter tree-trimming trial
TLC's first trial of the heli-saw — a specialised tree-trimming saw hanging from a helicopter — in a forestry block in Kuratau near Taupō. Video / The Lines Company Te Kūiti
Perfect gift for the town with everything - an ambulance
The generous donation is a way of saying thanks to the town that's been kind to them.
Taupō community garden on a mission to connect people
Taupō Community Garden founder Blair Cameron talks about the concept behind the garden and its mission to connect people and share practical skills. Video / Dan Hutchinson
'Just magic': Taupō walkers rediscover local gems
Two special places receive seal of approval from local tramping clubs.
Help needed for Poppy the puppy to bloom
Poppy the puppy had a tough start, but is ready to find a loving new home.
'Like nothing I've ever seen': How amateur photographers chased the aurora australis across the skies
Plus: Find out if it's possible to see the aurora tonight.
Review: Documentary explores Merkel's life and legacy
Doco sheds light on the life of one of Europe's foremost leaders.
Queues of cars at vantage point for Kiwis keen to catch last glimpse of aurora
One Wellingtonian described the situation as 'complete chaos'.
'Complete chaos': Hundreds of cars jam Wellington's south coast, where to see the aurora
Aucklanders have received a stroke of luck regarding glimpsing the aurora tonight.
National power grid emergency further extended
The coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.
Breaking the ice with Taupō's chill seekers
Frosted windscreens weren't enough to stop a hardy group of early-morning swimmers.
What you need to know before attempting the Tongariro Crossing this winter
Booking ahead, weather research and toilet stops are some items to think about.
Engineer jailed over fraud linked to almost 1000 properties
It's been described as possibly the biggest-ever building industry scam in New Zealand.
BoP residents wake to icy temps, Minister praises restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator Transpower issued a warning notice.
'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.
Overcoming obstacles takes on a whole new meaning in this sport
Three Taupō athletes will face obstacles at the world championships in Costa Rica.
Killer Beez gang convoy heads to Auckland with Hone Kay-Selwyn's body
Auckland police are monitoring the convoy with support from the Eagle helicopter.
Ponsonby fatal shooting: Death of gunman Hone Kay-Selwyn not suspicious, police confirm
His body was found near Taupo on Tuesday.
Ponsonby Rd shooter was son of celebrated filmmaker Don Selwyn
The gunman was Hone Kay-Selwyn. He killed Robert Sidney Horne on Sunday night.
'Winter-like surge': Temperatures drop in region, -4.4C on Desert Rd
Weather remains sunny but chilly,