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The trail of clues that led police to $400k meth stash in wardrobe
Damien Porter was on parole for earlier drug-dealing when 1kg of meth was found in motel.
Line in the sand drawn over last Lake Taupō foreshore campground
Foreshore camping is under review at last remaining Lake Taupō water's edge site.
Pipe dream: Man has to pay more than $11k for working as unregistered plumber
Board says fine sends a warning to anyone working unlawfully in the industry.
Thumbs up and down: Winter wonderland impresses on Taupō visit
Taupō people air their thoughts on the issues of the week.
Artist uses fire to tell story of volcanic plateau
'Magical wonderlands' have risen from the ashes of volcanic activity.
Rubbish dumping and rubbish plant choices get the thumbs down this week
Find out what's inspired and irritated the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
Star-crossed lovers at centre of Māori drama
This historical drama builds on the legacy of indigenous filmmaking.
Beat the winter blues with zesty greens
This hearty winter salad is a treat for the eyes as well as the tastebuds.
Rubbish, rates and housing behind huge number of submissions to council plan
Bins and funding priorities were the most hotly debated areas of the Taupō council's plan.
New actors wanted for vintage play
Centre Stage Taupō is on the hunt for talent for its new production.
Beanies and bus stops the talk of the town
Find out what's enthralled and enraged the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
Once-timid cat seeking cosy home for winter
Pimento is a shy sweetheart who will make a great house cat.
Sad history of rainbow comedians laid bare
Documentary film delves into the once-secret history of LGBTQIA+ representation in comedy.
Taupō Times closes after more than 60 years
The Stuff-owned community newspaper's June 28 edition would be its last.
Merlin the kitten ready to enchant new owners
Could your whānau offer little Merlin and his brother a forever home?
Taupō and Tūrangi golf report: players defy driving rain
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's golfers got on this week.
Bulli Point back in roading spotlight
Waikato Regional Council has confirmed the notorious stretch of SH1 is a priority.
Small town borrows, scrimps and re-purposes its way to memorable Matariki festival
Tūrangi's Matariki events were a true community effort.
Taupō thumbs up and thumbs down
Taupō readers discuss the good and the bad of the week.
Film review: Strawberry Shortcake’s Summer Vacation
This cute, animated adventure is the perfect rainy-day school holiday viewing.
Super sheep and wonder dogs round up $25k for charity
Taupō's annual dog trials have thrown a big bone to the local rescue helicopter service.
Waiouru exercises important in 'volatile, uncertain and complex world'
Realistic scenarios help soldiers keep ready for any eventuality.
Recipe: Hot saucy morsels full of winter goodness
Make use of your favourite winter vegetables.
Readers have their say: Cycle madness and supermarket separation anxiety
Taupō readers get the good and the bad of the week off their chests.
Winning photo represents thrill of fly-fishing across three generations
The winning photo showed the thrill of fly-fishing across three generations.
Dream moves closer for Taupō's ecological corridor
More than 1000 children took part in the environmental carnival.
Passers-by pull person from car after it crashes into Lake Taupō
“There was a group of young guys who went in and grabbed him straight out of the car.”
Council flogs off number one licence plate to pay the bills
'It was either this or that giant metal fish' - something had to go.
Waikato community legends gain royal attention
15 locals have received King's Birthday Honours.
Didymo Dave gets King's Birthday Honours nod
Didymo Dave is a Taupō icon; now, he's been recognised by King Charles.
Sports galore for Taupō kids thanks to local organisation
A Taupō organisation is working tirelessly to help kids find a sport they love.
'We want Tino Rangatiratanga over our lives': Waikato joins nationwide protest
Hundreds gathered in Hamilton at 7.15am.