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Six-year-old named as fatal crash victim
The crash, involving a car and a truck, happened on State Highway 1 near Waiōuru.
Rescue chopper attends 41 missions across Central Plateau in September
The missions included 3 medical emergencies, 2 rescues and 2 motor vehicle accidents.
Walking adventures: Tongariro National Park's Springs of Tama
The trip to the upper Ngā Puna a Tama or Springs of Tama is steep, but worth it.
Myth and mystery collide to form ‘Mythery’ exhibition at Taupō Museum
Step into a world of myth and mystery at Taupō Museum.
Burnt out lodge demolished, replaced with state houses
Fire caused extensive damage to Berkenhoff lodge in November 2022.
‘Kind, generous’: Mother’s grief for man who died after being found critically injured on road
Two men have been charged with murder following the man's death.
'Complacency can cause accidents': NZTA’s advice for SH1 detours
NZTA is warning people to take care on detours as SH1 works ramp up.
Taupō school in lockdown after threatening email
Police at the school as a precautionary measure.
Join the Rams: King Country seeks support for Lochore Cup showdown
King Country Rams reach the 2024 Lochore Cup final after thrilling 34-31 win.
Community development advisor shares the secrets to a good charity
With more than 300 community groups operating in Taupō, coordination is key.
Fishing takes patience but the boat took five years
The little clinker boat has taken about two years of fulltime work to complete.
Taupō man spends five years building boat from scratch
Taupō man Mark Dumble has spent the past five years building this 4m clinker boat from scratch and recently launched it at Two Mile Bay, Lake Taupō. Video / Dan Hutchinson
New hot pool complex being built at Taupō's Huka Prawn Park
The new facilites are for families and will complement the adults-only Wairakei Terraces.
Offering a panorama from the mountains to the sea
The forest has more than 1200ha of unlogged native bush to explore.
Easier than taxes: Bean counter turns to cookbooks
A best-selling cookbook author says she's 'not a foodie' but loves simple recipes.
Tennis club marks its 100th birthday in style
The clubhouse has had a $270k upgrade and celebrates 100 years this weekend.
Lake Rotopounamu walk beckons for Taupō's intrepid explorers
The lake was formed by a landslide 10,000 years ago.
Review: Movie His Three Daughters reminiscent of King Lear
Jen Shieff says director Azazel Jacobs captured the intensity and pathos of a family well.
Nurse celebrates 50th anniversary at medical centre
Jean Chegwidden has worked as a nurse for more than 60 years.
NZTA advises Auckland to Wellington motorists to avoid SH1
A detour of 23km or about 16mins will be in place.
The city with the lowest home ownership rates in NZ
Housing is relatively inexpensive compared with other cities but ownership rates are low.
'A noose with your name': Man guilty of making Jacinda Ardern death threats
He represented himself in court with what the judge called 'legal gobbledygook'.
Tūrangi secures $185,000 for youth employment initiative
In May 2024, the programme had placed more than 6000 youth into employment.
Critical infrastructure project nears completion
The push is on to get the Taupō sewer line buried before the big events hit town.
Bixley's new book celebrates biodiversity with a musical twist
The Fantabulous Animal Orchestra, Bixley’s passion project, is now available in stores.
'Part therapy': Business resilience celebrated
More than 80 local businesses in Taupō entered the 2024 Stella Awards.
Californian artist brings the moa back from extinction
The exhibition is a tribute to those who have been loved and lost.
Views and fun make up for mud and steep terrain
The destination was Tupapakurua Falls Track nestled in the Erua Conservation Area.
'Perfectly imperfect' fruit and vegetables provide a recipe for business success
Collaboration with restaurant Embra turned misfit pears into fine dining delight.
Police charge 22yo man after fatal vehicle incident in Taupō
The man is due to appear in the Taupō District Court next week.
Potential new $500m industry for Central North Island
Scientists have worked out how to create protein from microorganisms in geothermal gases.
App allows people to buy food cheap before it's thrown away
Cafes can retain some value in products that would otherwise get thrown away.
Spending time on the trail with the 'Taupudlians'
It's the track most Taupō people have done at least once.