School lockdown lifted after reports of person with firearm
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Fireplace technicians and bus drivers get the thumbs up
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Big Lotto win for Taupō, BoP towns in the money
Powerball was not struck and has rolled over to Saturday night.
Waikato heli-saw to transform forestry, electricity sectors
TLC will continue to trial the heli-saw technology this month in Piopio.
Sweet and savoury combine in this sensational salad
Do something different and make a salad with in-season persimmon.
Perfect gift for the town with everything - an ambulance
The generous donation is a way of saying thanks to the town that's been kind to them.
'Just magic': Taupō walkers rediscover local gems
Two special places receive seal of approval from local tramping clubs.
Help needed for Poppy the puppy to bloom
Poppy the puppy had a tough start, but is ready to find a loving new home.
'Like nothing I've ever seen': How amateur photographers chased the aurora australis across the skies
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Autumn brings crisp and clear golfing conditions in Taupō
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's golf clubs got on this week.
Review: Documentary explores Merkel's life and legacy
Doco sheds light on the life of one of Europe's foremost leaders.
Breaking the ice with Taupō's chill seekers
Frosted windscreens weren't enough to stop a hardy group of early-morning swimmers.
What you need to know before attempting the Tongariro Crossing this winter
Booking ahead, weather research and toilet stops are some items to think about.
Engineer jailed over fraud linked to almost 1000 properties
It's been described as possibly the biggest-ever building industry scam in New Zealand.
BoP residents wake to icy temps, Minister praises restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator Transpower issued a warning notice.
'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.
Overcoming obstacles takes on a whole new meaning in this sport
Three Taupō athletes will face obstacles at the world championships in Costa Rica.
Killer Beez gang convoy heads to Auckland with Hone Kay-Selwyn's body
Auckland police are monitoring the convoy with support from the Eagle helicopter.
Ponsonby Rd shooter was son of celebrated filmmaker Don Selwyn
The gunman was Hone Kay-Selwyn. He killed Robert Sidney Horne on Sunday night.
Cycle safety gets stylish for Taupō competition winners
Five Taupō school students have had their bike helmet designs come to life.
Sign language is for everyone, says Taupō teacher
“Yes, it is usually the first language of the deaf community, but it’s for everybody."
Ponsonby Rd shooting: Three-day timeline to catch a killer
Robert Sidney Horne has been named by his family as the fatal shooting victim.
Two Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nights
In some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.
Taupō walkers admire natural wonders big and small
Find out where Taupō's tramping groups have been this week.
Still and chilly autumn so far for Taupō
Autumn continues to bring generally still, settled weather to Taupō.
Kiwi Blokarters battle it out on dry Nevada lake bed
The dry Ivanpah Lake is one of the best places in the world for blokarting.
'He was limp': Mum and 11yo share story of 'terribly' scary asthma attack
'It’s pretty horrible seeing your child’s lips turning blue.'
Sweet cat Biscuit kneads a new home
Sweet by name and by nature, little Biscuit the cat is looking for a new home.
Salt, sake and steam as giant geothermal power station cranks up
The turbine's opening ceremony involved traditional Japanese and Māori elements.
Guns, drugs, cash seized after 'lengthy' investigation
A 53-year-old Taumarunui man has been arrested and is facing charges.
Fair weather on fairways for Taupo and Tūrangi golfers
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's golf clubs got on this week.
Suspense mounts for Hitchcock stage performance
A 1940s live radio play with a ten-piece band promises a performance like no other.
Whodunnit drama delves into family dynamics
Sam Neill stars in adaptation of a family-centered mystery novel.