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Burnt out lodge demolished, replaced with state houses
Fire caused extensive damage to Berkenhoff lodge in November 2022.
App allows people to buy food cheap before it's thrown away
Cafes can retain some value in products that would otherwise get thrown away.
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.
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.
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.
Waikato work week off to frosty start with sub-zero temperatures
The coldest temperature recorded in the region this morning was -2C at Taupō Airport.
Man suffers gunshot wounds while hunting in Tongariro Forest
Due to the remote location, the man was winched out by helicopter.
'All of Tūrangi heard us': Meet Olympic medallist Hayden Wilde's biggest fans
Bruce and Nita Wilde cheered their grandson on from their home in Tūrangi.
The trail of clues that led police to $400k meth stash in wardrobe
Damien Porter was on parole for earlier drug-dealing when 1kg of meth was found in motel.
Line in the sand drawn over last Lake Taupō foreshore campground
Foreshore camping is under review at last remaining Lake Taupō water's edge site.
Pipe dream: Man has to pay more than $11k for working as unregistered plumber
Board says fine sends a warning to anyone working unlawfully in the industry.
Artist uses fire to tell story of volcanic plateau
'Magical wonderlands' have risen from the ashes of volcanic activity.
Rubbish dumping and rubbish plant choices get the thumbs down this week
Find out what's inspired and irritated the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
Star-crossed lovers at centre of Māori drama
This historical drama builds on the legacy of indigenous filmmaking.
Rubbish, rates and housing behind huge number of submissions to council plan
Bins and funding priorities were the most hotly debated areas of the Taupō council's plan.
New actors wanted for vintage play
Centre Stage Taupō is on the hunt for talent for its new production.
Beanies and bus stops the talk of the town
Find out what's enthralled and enraged the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
Once-timid cat seeking cosy home for winter
Pimento is a shy sweetheart who will make a great house cat.
Sad history of rainbow comedians laid bare
Documentary film delves into the once-secret history of LGBTQIA+ representation in comedy.
Taupō Times closes after more than 60 years
The Stuff-owned community newspaper's June 28 edition would be its last.
Bulli Point back in roading spotlight
Waikato Regional Council has confirmed the notorious stretch of SH1 is a priority.
Small town borrows, scrimps and re-purposes its way to memorable Matariki festival
Tūrangi's Matariki events were a true community effort.
Film review: Strawberry Shortcake’s Summer Vacation
This cute, animated adventure is the perfect rainy-day school holiday viewing.
Super sheep and wonder dogs round up $25k for charity
Taupō's annual dog trials have thrown a big bone to the local rescue helicopter service.
Waiouru exercises important in 'volatile, uncertain and complex world'
Realistic scenarios help soldiers keep ready for any eventuality.
Recipe: Hot saucy morsels full of winter goodness
Make use of your favourite winter vegetables.