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Summer dishes shine in new bestseller cookbook
Vanya Insull's recipes are staples for many in Aotearoa- now she's back with a new book.
Tokoroa ram raids leave business owners frustrated
A Tokoroa service station owner had a rude awakening this morning thanks to ram raiders.
One dead after car crashes into stationary truck
Emergency services were called to the scene at 11.13pm.
The most-searched New Zealand place name pronunciations
Google data from the year to August shows the most-searched-for pronunciations.
Icecream an early motivator for world MTB champ Maxwell
A bright future beckons for under-23 mountain bike champion Sammie Maxwell.
Name suppression lapses for Taupō man charged with murder
The man accused of murdering Brodie Ruatara has appeared in the High Court.
Waikato Business Awards finalists chosen
The Chamber of Commerce has chosen 21 finalists for the Waikato business Awards.
Deer-farming artist thankful for early diagnosis
A charity is warning people to be on alert for a serious eye condition.
Fifth candidate added for election event
Five of Taupō's MP candidates will come together to answer questions next week.
River routes and train tramps for Taupō's walkers
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Taupō weather: Cold, dry August
It's official - August was unusually cold and dry in Taupō.
Musical theatre mockumentary a modest success
Prepare to be entertained, but maybe not wowed, by this quirky mockumentary.
Drivers performing worse than All Blacks
Seatbelt infringement and drink driving are among persistent issues in Taupō recently.
Young Kiwi BMX riders take on the world in front of 10,000-strong crowds
Three young BMX riders from Waikato have returned from the UCI World Championships.
Warm and lively stew for all occasions
Olivia Moore brings us the perfect stew for those changeable early spring days.
Review: Kingsley shines in tale of aliens and ageing
Jules answers the question: What if ET had been found by an elderly man?
CBD light feature still on despite cost over-run
Taupō's new town centre is about to get a whole lot brighter.
Sky's the limit for 91-year-old's flying memoir
Jim Shaw's career took him all over the world. Now, he's written a book about his life.
Rowing club youth get boost with learn-to-row session
The Taupō Rowing Club is inviting those aged 13-17 to see if rowing is for them.
Walking through the splendour of Huka Falls
Taupō's walking groups explore the district. Here's their latest adventures.
Recipe: Spiced bourbon, orange and stout cocktail
Welcome spring with this spiced cocktail, featuring bourbon and stout for a winning combo.
New public housing to ease huge demand in Tūrangi
Seven new homes are set to be built to meet public housing need in Tūrangi.
Focus on fun and wellbeing behind dancers' success
A group of dancers from Tauhara College is gearing up for the national stage.
Sky Waka’s no-refund policy leaves Ruapehu visitors hanging
Opened in 2019, the Sky Waka is a 1.8 km cable car in the Tongariro National Park.
Out with the old supermarket, in with the new
Countdown in Taupō to close on October 1 so a new Woolworths can be built.
New $340k fire pump truck likely written off in crash
It crashed and rolled on Thursday around 10am.
From chainsaw sculptures to sunsets: Now Merv's moving on
Caregiver, confidante and cameraman Merv Richdale is moving on.
Winning formula for learning about money
Taupō Budget House has found a fun new way to teach young people about money.
Thousands in donations handed out by Lions Club
One of Taupō's Lions organisations has made two significant donations recently.
Taupō readers have their say in the Thumbs Up - Thumbs Down
Taupō's residents weigh in on the good and bad from the week.
Chocolate box views for Taupō's walkers
Taupō's walking groups report on their winter sun tramps this week.