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What's on in the Taupō district
There's something for everyone coming up in Taupō this week.
Police hunting shirtless man on mobility scooter after two burglaries in Whangamatā
He is barefoot, balding but with long, thinning white hair and a bushy white moustache.
Thousands evacuated at Hamilton concert during Simple Minds set due to extreme weather
Police said they were made aware the show had been stopped due to lightning.
Senior mobster busted trying to import 1.1kg of meth in golf clubs
The clubs were sent from the United Kingdom but intercepted in Germany.
Abandoned pet numbers finally declining at Tūrangi shelter
The shelter is still "swamped", but the community pet desexing programme is paying off.
'This is home': McDonald's magical day at Karaka Millions
'I was nervous coming here today,' said the man who rode to victory in two $1m races.
The small but mighty battle it out in NZ Bug of the Year
Contestants need a hard outer shell to make it in this competition.
International acts set to hit the stage in Hamilton and Taupō
A sizzling summer of music continues in Hamilton and Taupō this weekend.
Young insect enthusiast's pick for NZ Bug of the Year
Patrick Wilson, 10, from Taupō explains why stick insects are his choice for NZ Bug of the Year. Video / Daniel Hutchinson
Dad's growling stomach gets in the way of tiger cub gender reveal
The gender of two Sumatran tiger cubs born at Hamilton Zoo have been revealed.
Hidden truths central to French film-making masterclass
This subtitled French film follows the quiet drama in a group of old friends.
Personal protest takes money from public purse
One person's protest ignores public sentiment over pathway construction.
More kākāpō exiled from Waikato sanctuary
The birds arrived at Sanctuary Mountain in July and September last year.
Taupō tourism boss steps down, replacement sought
Wilson has headed Destination Great Lake Taupō since 2019.
'Cyclonic vortex' forecast to bring rain for weekend one year since deadly floods
Holiday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.
Coromandel state highway works for January/February 2024
Recovery works are ongoing at a number of sites across the peninsula.
Former mining boss admits false statements, settles case with FMA
The case relates to anonymous posts allegedly made on a sharemarket chatroom.
Minister talks up four-lane highway from Waikato to BOP
Construction kicked off today on the $43.5 million dollar Piarere roundabout.
'Violent death': Man attacked before being found dead in Waikato River
The body of John Isaac was found at about 7pm last Thursday.
Waipa District 'open for business' with addition of big new industrial zone
Land originally zoned rural but some consents had been granted for industrial activity.
40 years of investing in the future of triathlon
The club behind Kinloch Triathlon is staying true to form, holding events for all ages.
Serious crash closes road in Hamilton
Police are advising motorists to take an alternative route while the scene is cleared.
Two Waikato people share in Lotto First Division
Waikato players take a share in Lotto First Division.
A look at the TAB Auckland Cup Day at Manukau Stadium
Opawa Superstar, the 2022 winner, has put a strong foot forward for this year's race.
Pirongia cell site chosen but residents say they were 'blindsided' by location
Connexa announces new cell tower site for Pirongia but not all residents are happy.
New housing in Taupō must be done well, say developers
Growth is inevitable and should be planned for, says Taupō District Council.
Lotto: Six players share $1 million first division, Powerball rolls over to Saturday
The lucky winners are from Pōkeno, Coromandel, Tauranga, Rotorua, Canterbury and Otago.
Here comes the sun: Tourists return to Taupō
After several disrupted years, things are looking up for Taupō's tourism.
DoC wants a track to Cathedral Cove but no guarantees
A solution that is not resilient to climate change is not an option, DoC says.
New bus service to connect Tamahere to Hamilton
A new bus service will start in February.
One-armed hitchhiker killer used online dating sites to contact women while on parole
Shane Hoko was kicked out of an accomodation provider for not following its rules.
Waikato cyclists battle it out for national crown
Waikato connections strong at Cycling New Zealand Criterium Nationals.
All eyes to the sky as floating pig joins puffed-up polar bear
Balloons over Waikato to celebrate 25th anniversary with fun floating figures.