Guitarist writes song inspired by a tui singing outside his window
Bringing the magic to Taupō, Bruce Paine has dedicated most of his life to guitar.
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Fatal hit-and-run victim's body left by side of road for hours after miscoded 111 call
“Although made in good faith, we think that decision was an error in judgement"
Rescuer runs into Lake Taupō to save driver, then performs CPR
An arborist trained in CPR says he and others went into 'reactive mode' to save the man.
Laapata Ladies serves up a fusion of Bollywood and Shakespeare
It's a Bollywood love story with an almost Shakespearean plot.
Arrests after Rotorua and Taupō incidents
Police executed search warrants in the Hamilton and Auckland areas.
Taupō Pakeke Lions get new coats for winter
Lions Club of Taupō Pakeke members have a new winter coat.
Dream moves closer for Taupō's ecological corridor
More than 1000 children took part in the environmental carnival.
Passers-by pull person from car after it crashes into Lake Taupō
“There was a group of young guys who went in and grabbed him straight out of the car.”
Council flogs off number one licence plate to pay the bills
'It was either this or that giant metal fish' - something had to go.
Waikato councils speak out against Māori Ward polls
"It reflects poorly on central government’s .. respect for the role of local government."
"Sustainability ... is important to me": Local designer to represent NZ at global sustainability congress
Taupō-born designer heading to Global Sustainable Development Congress in Bangkok.
We dare you to jump into the frigid waters of Lake Taupō this winter, here's why
Taupō doesn't endure a long winter, it laughs in the face of it.
Warm winter up with a tasty kransky pizza
The secret is in the sausage with this pizza.
Mini series provides a different spin on Vietnam war
The Sympathiser provides a new perspective on post-war Vietnam.
'Great reluctance': Ambulance officer receives KSM, 'embarrassed' to be honoured
Although the KSM honour is positive, Lake said he accepted it with great reluctance.
Waikato community legends gain royal attention
15 locals have received King's Birthday Honours.
Taupō's Andrea Blair recognised in King’s Birthday Honours
The geothermal industry trailblazer has been made an Officer of the NZ Order of Merit.
Didymo Dave gets King's Birthday Honours nod
Didymo Dave is a Taupō icon; now, he's been recognised by King Charles.
Sports galore for Taupō kids thanks to local organisation
A Taupō organisation is working tirelessly to help kids find a sport they love.
Police seeking information after stolen ATV crashes through fence
An ATV Yamaha Viking was stolen from a dealer's yard in Tokoroa just after 4pm on Tuesday.
'We want Tino Rangatiratanga over our lives': Waikato joins nationwide protest
Hundreds gathered in Hamilton at 7.15am.
Taupō Squash wants to make a racket
Taupō's squash club is inviting the community to try an ideal winter sport.
Taupō's annual art trail returns for King’s Birthday Weekend
The popular Taupō art trail returns this long weekend.
Four Waikato teenagers brave the shave for hair-raising fundraising
The Tauhara students will be getting the chop for a good cause next week.
Living a life of adventure - with MS
MS hasn't stopped 41 years of globe-trotting and adventures.
Adopt a Pet: Not a mouse in the house with this kitten
A sweet young cat in Tūrangi is looking for a second chance at life.
Mitre 10, misprints and fireworks on readers' minds
Find out what's pleased and perplexed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
Parkrun, golf and rugby make for sporty week in Taupō
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's sports clubs got on this week.
Waikato schools not afraid of greatness at Shakespeare Festival
Hamilton Boys'and Girls' High and Taupō-nui-a-tia representing Waikato in Wellington.
New shoots and old forest greet Taupō walkers
Find out where Taupō's walkers have been this week.
Recipe: A twist on the classic Caesar salad
Mix up a classic Caesar salad with decadently jammy egg yolks.
One person seriously injured in truck and car crash on SH30
There are reports of injuries.