New recycling rules in force for Taupō District
Contractors will now be rejecting non-confirming items left in recycling bins.
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Motorists tangle with toll booths causing tens of thousands in damage
Getting in and out of this 'tight' airport car park is proving tricky.
Get on your bike for February challenge
Aotearoa Bike Challenge Month is here and events are happening across Waikato.
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Visiting the oldest tree in the forest
Walkers share highlights from one of the many treks on offer in the central North Island.
Good turnouts and friendly competition hailed by golfers
Find out how the Taupō district's clubs did this week.
'This is a Kangaroo court': Psychologist saw ADHD clients despite being under supervision
Gunther van der Heijden didn't turn up for the HDPT hearing.
Celtic cross discovered on ancient Kaimanawa wall near Lake Taupō
An amateur historian scraped off moss to discover a carved symbol.
Lotto luck for Taupō player and two Franklin punters
More Lotto luck for region as Taupō player wins.
Taupō and Tūrangi adopt a pet: Meet Ariel
Quiet, friendly kitten Ariel is looking for a new home.
Kiwi Olympic hopeful makes transatlantic move
A Waikato equestrian eventer has her sights set on representing NZ in Paris this year.
Five Waikato-born players make Māori All Stars line-up
Xavier Willison and Te Maire Martin are in the men's squad - both whakapapa to Tahāroa.
Buyer for insolvent Ruapehu Alpine Lifts skifield walks away
A buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.
Further change to Taupō to Tūrangi roadworks
No further closures were expected on SH1, but stop/go management would remain, said NZTA.
Go to space or get on your bike in Taupō this week
Find out what's happening in the Taupō district this week.
Decades of fundraising finishes in style
She has been fundraising for good Taupō causes for the past two decades.
Fun in the sun for Taupō region's clubs
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's clubs got on this week.
Latest praise, downvotes - thumbs up and thumbs down
Find out what has elated and enraged the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
Kittens rescued from abandoned rental property
Striker was dumped with his family in a vacated rental property.
Fire threatens homes near Taupō foreshore
A fire in Taupō came close to houses overlooking Lake Taupō.
Desert Road to close at night for five weeks
NZTA advises the detour will add about 30 minutes to travel times.
‘A step forward’: Agreement to sell Tūroa side of Mt Ruapehu signed
Meanwhile, no plans for the Whakapapa side of the mountain are set in stone.
Taupō loses only movie theatre but not through lack of demand
Taupō movie buffs will have to content themselves with streaming services for now.
Taupō football team looking to net more players
A women's team are hoping last year's World Cup has enthused the next generations.
Taupō to Tūrangi SH1 closures extended
Waka Kotahi has announced more closures due to weather hampering progress.
'It seems to be shrouded in some mystery': Social hub to open to the public
The manager of Taupō's Waiora House says there's "mystery" around it.
Local clubs making the most of their surroundings
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangis' clubs got on this week.
Woman turns up to petrol station with serious propane burns
The woman was airlifted to hospital.
Taupō and Tūrangi Adopt a Pet: Meet Estrid
Estrid and her kitten friends are looking for a new home with SPCA Taupō.
Napier-Taupō Rd open after slip
Heavy rain on State Highway 5 caused slips which closed the road near Te Pohue.
Police warning after paddleboarder rescued on Lake Taupō
'At the least, the bare minimum you need to do is wear a lifejacket on the water.'
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Thunderbolts and lightning prompt a fitting end to Waikato's Summer Concert Series
Sizzling music on a soggy weekend makes for a steamy Summer Concert Series.