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Ruapehu businesses need more snow to boost ski season
'Mother Nature hasn’t come to the party.'
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Taupō tourism agency tightens its belt as budget cuts bite
Tourism is worth hundreds of millions of dollars to the Taupō economy.
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Movie review: Nobody Has To Know a 'dreamy tale' that's easy to watch
It's a gentle version of Martin McDonagh’s Banshees of Inisherin, Jen Shieff writes.
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Animal Care Tūrangi seeks home for playful kitten
Animal Care Tūrangi is seeking loving homes for pets, including 6-month-old Selene.
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Council yet to establish origins of asbestos at Taupō landfill
The council says it is too early to tell how many customers are affected.
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Thumbs up: Sometimes angels appear in a tangerine car
Taupō District residents air their thoughts on the issues of the week.
News from around Waikato
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Waikato Hospital patient waits more than a month for triple bypass
NZ's health crisis has patients in for long wait for life-saving surgery.
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Man who drove between regions allegedly six times over alcohol limit
'According to the breathalyser ... the man was anything but sober.'
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'Aggressive shouting' heard at Hamilton home where boy, 8, died following assault
A man has been charged with murder after the incident.
Rural news
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Red meat: United States top market four months in a row
China remained the second-largest market in July but fell by 37%.
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Precision fermentation resource released for Southland farmers
Project lead at Thriving Southland said the paper was about 'informing our community'.
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First look: Inside Northland oil refinery post-shutdown
Marsden Point was once a hive of activity - now it's quiet and pipes are rusted.
More news from Taupō & Tūrangi Herald
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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.
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'Several close calls': Skiers warned after Mt Ruapehu avalanches
Backcountry users should take precautions when leaving patrolled ski areas.
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Sad about cancelled fashion week? No problem: Taupō has a quirky alternative
The event is part of Lake Taupō Hospice’s annual fundraiser.