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Desert Rd to reopen, further work required later
The state highway has been closed between Tūrangi and Waiōuru since January 13.
NZTA faces backlash over rubbish issues on Desert Rd detour
'It doesn't send a good message to tourists.'
Major North Island route closed for two months
Ground temperatures above 13C needed to carry out work.
Watch: ‘Would have been gone’: Car carrying three children just inches away from tragedy
Man had three children in the back when he came face to face with potential tragedy.
One person in critical condition airlifted to hospital after water incident
One rapid response unit and one helicopter responded to the incident this afternoon.
Glimmer of hope for NZME's Waikato community newspapers
The Taupō & Tūrangi Herald will continue in the new year – what about the rest?
'I was his prey': Mobster tortured woman, left her naked in street
Richard Paru was high on methamphetamine when he tortured a woman in her own home.
Mongrel Mob baby killer admits second murder – this time inside Auckland prison
He already had a minimum non-parole period of 17 years before the second killing.
Great Lake Trail carved from the landscape
This section of the trail turned out to be a treat for the senses.
Artistic duo team up on 'Fantabulous' project
When a children's author and a composer combine, it's sure to be 'fantabulous'.
SH1 project moves to Desert Rd with 50km detours for two months
Total road closures are being used in blocks to speed up the works.
Tūrangi Foodbank gears up for annual Food Drive
Tūrangi's annula food drive is happening on Monday.
Taupō looking to tap into $400m business events market
Business event delegates spend more than $400 a day on average.
Landmark Homes Taupō a finalist in 2024 Franchise Awards
They say a "constant improvement" mindset is a big part of their success.
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.
Lake Rotopounamu walk beckons for Taupō's intrepid explorers
The lake was formed by a landslide 10,000 years ago.
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.
Vote for your favourite Healing Art at Pihanga Health in Tūrangi
Community votes on art to enhance Pihanga Health's rooms, promoting healing, positivity.
Two contrasting sides to the Tongariro River Trail
There are two sides to the story of this popular walk along the Tongariro River.
Movie review: Nobody Has To Know a 'dreamy tale' that's easy to watch
It's a gentle version of Martin McDonagh’s Banshees of Inisherin, Jen Shieff writes.
Tūrangi deaths: Woman identified, described as loving mum
Maxine Puhi was one of two people found dead in a Tūrangi home this week.
Thumbs up: Sometimes angels appear in a tangerine car
Taupō District residents air their thoughts on the issues of the week.
Neighbour saw police leading children from Tūrangi home after pair found dead
'She was just the most beautiful person. Whoever did this to her needs to rot in hell.'
Neighbour saw police leading children from Tūrangi home after pair found dead
“She was just the most beautiful person. Whoever did this to her needs to rot in hell."
Homicide investigation launched after two deaths at Tūrangi property
An adjacent walkway is blocked off.