Ironman event set to bring 20,000 people and $20m to Taupō
The event is expected to bring 6500 athletes plus supporters from 119 countries.
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Police are seeking dashcam footage of the vehicle involved in the incident.
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The local Lions Club has clocked up lots of hours fundraising for the community.
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
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Homeowners want fireworks banned after house destroyed by fire
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Community jumps to the aid of Taupō family after mobility van stolen
The community rallies after disabled man's van stolen.
Pest control at Spa Park captures more than 300 critters
The council wants volunteers to take over the Spa Park wildlife protection project.
'Best solution': SH1 section set to partially reopen this week
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New machine a 'game changer' for geothermal power station maintenance
The new machine means power stations can keep operating during maintenance.
Karen Aim's teen killer, who spent more than half his life in prison, denied parole
Jahche Broughton beat tourist Karen Aim to death with a baseball bat when he was just 14.
'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”.
Law degree, PhD on the cards for college dux despite challenges
Luka Leusink has long harboured the goal of coming top of her year.
'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.'
Puttering away: Wairakei Resort Golf Course happy to be back in action
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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.
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