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Tauhara College head students cover the ground
Sean, Aja, Flynn and Lucy have a good balance of interests from academic to sports.
Taupōnui-a-Tia College student leaders 'well aware' of predecessors' legacy
Tawhai, Vanya, Mia and Scarlet said they were ready to fill the big shoes.
'Go in, go in!': 11yo golfer becomes youngest Taupō Hole-in-One $10k winner
The Tauranga youngster has a sweet plan for his prize money.
Boat tampering accused jumps into river, climbs tree
Taupō boaties are being urged to report tampering after a man was arrested.
Taupō production of The 39 Steps clears out Zony Awards
The play won eight award categories.
Rural primary school principal recognised as Taupō Good Sort
The Tirohanga School teaching principal has a passion for “inclusive learning”.
'Little boy in big city': Tauhara College dux to study conjoint degree in Auckland
'It’s been a busy year but very fulfilling and a lot of fun.'
Law degree, PhD on the cards for college dux despite challenges
Luka Leusink has long harboured the goal of coming top of her year.
Puttering away: Wairakei Resort Golf Course happy to be back in action
The picturesque course was seriously damaged after Cyclone Gabrielle.
The NZ health district where there is one GP to 1900 people
And how one practice is 'revitalising' its GPs' passion for the job.
Sore, sunburnt but stoked: Taupō emergency services return from charity walk
The Waikato Herald shared their story last month. Now, they've completed the challenge.
Action group protecting lake water quality since the 1990s
Although a lot has happened since the mid-90s, there is still work to be done.
'Good warm up for Anzac Day'; Army cadets stand guard for first time
The unit was on the brink of closing down a few years back.
Road worker threatened with firearm on SH1, police investigating
A road worker was threatened with a firearm on State Highway 1, near Ātiamuri.
Scattering ashes at 'precious taonga' strictly prohibited, iwi say
The iwi were made aware of an incident at Acacia Bay recently.
Driver who hit and injured a teenage cyclist urged to come forward
The incident in Taupō left the teenager with serious injuries.
Ironman World Championships will mean busy roads for Taupō
About 6000 competitors plus their supporters are expected from overseas.
Local cadets to stand guard on Armistice Day for first time in over 10 years
The Army cadet unit was on the brink of closure.
Dr Monty Soutar's Kāwai series captivates New Zealand readers with history
Soutar's Kāwai series blends fiction and Aotearoa's history
New ‘high-tech weigh station' near Taupō to improve road safety
Construction has begun on a “high-tech weigh station” adjacent to State Highways 1 and 5.
'I was a wreck': Man rescued by helicopter after ridge collapse
Plus: Why the service needs over $460k in 2025 to continue vital work.
How this month's Waikato roadworks could affect you
Full closures on SH1 Ngāruawāhia this month; expect delays and detours.
Graffiato 2024 a 'resounding success' as seven new murals join expanding portfolio
The annual street art festival took place over Labour weekend.
'Brass nut' fights against death of community bands with youth brass academy
Matt West is running the Taupō Brass Academy for a second year – but funding is an issue.
Liam Andrews named Taupō Ranger of the Year
The honour has now been awarded to parks and reserves staff five times in as many years.
Sporting events see SH1 road works at Taupō jump the queue
Originally, NZTA planned for a second SH1 closure between Ātiamuri to Wairākei.
Hayden Draper takes home two trophies from Taupō MX Fest
Draper won in both 125cc classes and reached the feature race.