Celtic cross discovered on ancient Kaimanawa wall near Lake Taupō
An amateur historian scraped off moss to discover a carved symbol.
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Further change to Taupō to Tūrangi roadworks
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Decades of fundraising finishes in style
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Fun in the sun for Taupō region's clubs
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Kittens rescued from abandoned rental property
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Taupō loses only movie theatre but not through lack of demand
Taupō movie buffs will have to content themselves with streaming services for now.
Taupō to Tūrangi SH1 closures extended
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Local clubs making the most of their surroundings
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Abandoned pet numbers finally declining at Tūrangi shelter
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International acts set to hit the stage in Hamilton and Taupō
A sizzling summer of music continues in Hamilton and Taupō this weekend.
Hundreds of protected birds take up residence in small North Island town
There are mixed feelings over the arrival of the 200-strong colony.
Plastics, pruners and path hoggers: Taupō and Tūrangi residents have their say
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2023 a year of weather ups and downs
Last year's weather was not as extreme for Taupō as for others, writes Bevan Choat.
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Danny Boy looking for his forever home
Danny Boy is a young cat looking for a place to call home.
Quiet start to summer for Taupō and Tūrangi Police
With a few notable exceptions, the festive period has been peaceful in Taupō and Tūrangi.
Roadworks to close Taupō to Tūrangi route for five days
Daytime closures and stop/go management will be in place along SH1 from Taupō to Tūrangi.
Soft plastics, phone use and camper vans: Taupō and Tūrangi readers have their say
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Sunshine finally arrives for Taupō and Tūrangi clubs
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Fishing for answers to the secret lives of trout
A PhD student spent her summer holidays gutting trout for science.
Plenty on offer in Taupō and Tūrangi this week
From picnics to pest control, there's lots to do on the Central Plateau this weekend.
Hundreds of swimmers set for 'Epic' Lake Taupō event
More than 800 swimmers will dive into Lake Taupō this weekend.
Farewell to the coat of arms: Tūrangi Police officer departs after 29 years
Sergeant Te Reipa Morunga is heading on to pastures new after 29 years with NZ Police.
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Planes, pies and pou: An award-winning year for Taupō
It's been an amazing 2023 for Taupō, with multiple awards won across the year.
Council’s teams hard at work over festive season
While many enjoy a break over Christmas and New Year, infrastructure workers are busy.
Don't share chips with gulls this summer, urges DoC
Sharing a hot chip with a gull might feel kind, but you're not helping them, says DoC.
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When it comes to horses - happiness has a beat
The therapeutic nature of horses is proving to be an antidote for stress.
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Boating business booming thanks to mentor help
Taupō's businesses are getting a helping hand thanks to technology.