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Review: Drama skirts controversy of real-life story
Drama based on a true story dances around the nitty gritty.

Where to fill up your car in the Waikato for 50c cheaper
According to Gaspy, 91 could cost as much as $3.15 a litre in some stations.

Tūrangi fish farmers start new aquaponic vegetable project
The new system will be used for education, and to feed the community.

Joy not hate the theme for Taupō rainbow event
The family-friendly event returns for its second year, with even more on offer.

New vehicle a lifeline for rural communities
A community has banded together to raise money for a potentially lifesaving vehicle.

Fun kittens and cute mama cat looking for a home
CARE Taupō is holding a cat adoptathon this weekend.

Honey and blackberry on Taupō's mind this week
Find out what has delighted and displeased the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.

The Devil beckons with craters and lava flows
Two of Taupō's walking groups enjoy contrasting trips.

Tongariro River Trail to act as backdrop for runners
The Tongariro River Trail will host a running and walking event this weekend.

Wet-weather walks for Taupō's trampers
Find out where Taupō's walking groups have been this week.

Rain, records and raffles for golfers
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's golfers got on this week.

Have you seen Gary? Police, family fear for missing Levin man
He was last seen near Horowhenua College this morning.

Positivity shines in Taupō and Tūrangi
Find out what's pleased and puzzled the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.

Thumbs up to four wheel drives, found wallets and flat tyre repair
Find out what's excited and enraged the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.

Desert Road works on track for completion
The end is in sight for the latest round of SH1 night closures.

Snuggly tortoiseshell kittens need a new home
Could you give these sweet tortoiseshell kittens a home?

Abuse and 'weaponised misogyny' create security risks for councillors
Misinformation and personal attacks rampant online, say council officials.

Mt Tihia tramp evades walkers once again
Find out what Taupō and Tūrangi's sports clubs have been up to this week.

Taupō and Tūrangi thumbs-up and thumbs-down
Find out what's annoyed and overjoyed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.

Swimmers, science and strings this week in Taupō
Find out what's happening in the Taupō District this week.

Opinion: Starlight burning out: Taupō cinema a vital cultural lifeline
Reviewer Jen Shieff weighs in on the impending loss of Taupō's only cinema.

New recycling rules in force for Taupō District
Contractors will now be rejecting non-confirming items left in recycling bins.

Taupō and Tūrangi thumbs up and thumbs down
Find out what has amazed and annoyed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.

Good turnouts and friendly competition hailed by golfers
Find out how the Taupō district's clubs did this week.

Celtic cross discovered on ancient Kaimanawa wall near Lake Taupō
An amateur historian scraped off moss to discover a carved symbol.

Taupō and Tūrangi adopt a pet: Meet Ariel
Quiet, friendly kitten Ariel is looking for a new home.

Decades of fundraising finishes in style
She has been fundraising for good Taupō causes for the past two decades.

Taupō loses only movie theatre but not through lack of demand
Taupō movie buffs will have to content themselves with streaming services for now.