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Students from Taupō schools check out career paths, while employers check out future staff
Latest FromLaurilee McMichael
New mums who have just given birth have to leave if there are not enough staff to cover.
Public access to much-loved spot secured thanks to agreement between council and owners.
Whenever Darlene and Dynasty sang together their mother would say it was music to her ears
The creators of the hit The Bitches' Box have come up with another canine-inspired play.
In this version of Shakespeare's famous play, it's the men being sold off in marriage.
Councillors decide they can't wait for Waka Kotahi to part-fund Taupō intersection change.
From puppets to audio books - meet the creative couple taking Māori stories to the world.
The 20201 Malcolm Flowers Insurances Taupō Winter Festival returns from July 9 to 25.
Rotary/Unicef project aims to vaccinate Pacific children against three deadly diseases.
Lach and Fynn Powell have just returned from the Junior Freeride World Champs in Europe.
The church Henry built - grandson approves of makeover for Taupō's most historic church.
Local man claims Waka Kotahi asked for feedback on lowering speed limits, then ignored it.
Tūrangi young people worked hard with artist Mr G Hoete to produce a stunning town mural.
Miraka's new chief says he's excited to be in a business that goes from gate to plate.
Taupō's Dr Doug Wilson, 83, is Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year.
Artist and designer Paretuiri Simeon makes kākahu that go on to become family heirlooms.
Mason Grimmer, 20, kicked off his 2021 rallying season in style - with a first place.
Stuck for what to do with that trout you caught? Tūrangi Rotary Club's cookbook can help.
Taupō rider started racing at the Monster Mountain Bike Challenge, which runs on April 8.
A beautifully restored muscle car is off to Whangamatā this weekend for Beach Hop 2021.
Cat who has staked a claim to a vegetable trug has become an unlikely Facebook hit.
Entertainer, comedian and MC Pio Terei is also passionate about helping parents do well.
The Taupō District Council is asking for residents' feedback on four key issues.
Education Ministry won't release report that assessed whether classrooms worth repairing.
Old Truck and the Flood is the story of a 1921 Republic truck and Tūrangi's flood in 2004.
Norm Fraser, who turns 100 today, used to swim from St Heliers to Rangitoto for fun.
A landmark collection was her beautiful pencil drawings of all 23 Ngāti Tūwharetoa marae
A new hub in the Tūrangi town centre aims to keep the community safe and connected.
Windfall from Government to repair crumbling kerbs means 94 trees must be replaced.
It used to take the patients to the care. Now, it takes the care to the patients.
"It does your head in trying to produce something that's not just a pretty picture."
Where there's a need, they try to fill it - including informally adopting seven children.
Ainsley Tonks is facing life after barely surviving treatment for lymphoblastic leukaemia.
If you're into retro cars, Tūrangi is the place to be this weekend.
One day when he was 15, Steven Clark decided to give painting a go. He hasn't looked back.
Personal reasons but also because board 'has achieved absolutely nothing'.
Planning and building continuing at pace as school adapts after serious water damage.
Kate Reed says she wouldn't trade life on the mini golf course for a job in an office.
The Lawn Mower is a 31-minute comedy film made in Taupō with a cast and crew of locals.
Connie Takarangi uses second-hand items to create art, poetry, sculpture and fashion.
HIPPY Taupō seeks families with preschoolers to benefit from free school-ready programme.
Residents call for more local police resources as number of people in the area grows.
From woodturning and kinetic art to watercolours and mixed media at Wildwood Gallery.
A Taupō firm won two major awards at the Master Builders House of the Year competition.
Speed and distraction contributors to 13 road deaths in the Taupō police area during 2020.
Before the first day of 2021 had finished, the helicopter had already flown five missions.
Community wish for a natural burial area in the Taupō district will be granted this year.
Tayla, 17, is only in the second year of her apprenticeship but she's already a winner.
Legal executive Kathy Doyle is retiring after 17 years working for Le Pine & Co in Turangi
Recent jobs for the Greenlea rescue helicopter ranged from car crashes to serious falls.
New classrooms are arriving at Tauhara College, which was recently damaged by heavy rain.
"Not much of New Zealand gets to see these people and to appreciate them."
First Covid, now this: retailers say they're missing vital trade in an already tough year.
Focusing on getting to Christmas can lead to distraction on the road.
Reuniting people and property - a look at the work of Taupō Police's Tactical Crime Unit.
Wellhead discharge ended up in Waikato River after Contact's system alarms went unheeded.
'We will be up and running for 2021 - {but] what our school will look like, we are unsure'
Messages from the past are revealed as Mountview School opens its two time capsules.
Students at Tongariro School prepare for careers in building, automotive and farming.
Tyree Wall is only 13, but he claimed second place in the E Tū Whānau songwriting contest.
Tauhara College is closed today after a deluge yesterday flooded its ageing classrooms.
Key has been to find recipes for people who can't cook, don't like it or need fresh ideas.
Piano finds a home thanks to generous couple, local eco-warrior, music teacher and mum.
Coroner's ruling released under the Official Information Act.
Taupō councillors favour Māori seats but some worry decision might be overturned by poll.
Competitive field with nothing between them means three students were jointly named Dux.
Te Ariki Turanga, 18, was not only named Dux, she won a swag of prizes and a scholarship.
The Choats can no longer play their piano. But they're struggling to give it away too.
In a quiet Taupō workshop, a local firm is making and exporting innovative solutions.
A man who drowned in the Waikato River on a float trip may have had a cardiac event first.
From the sadness of a daughter's loss, to hope for other Kiwi kids needing Starship help.
It's no easy task to make it on to Taupō's Sporting Wall of Fame.
Second half of October brings a range of callouts for Taupo's Greenlea rescue helicopter.
Sophie Handford's Taupō workshops were about empowering local students to make change.
New funding means Licence to Work Ultimate, a programme for young adults, starts next week
This year's Tokelau Language Week celebrations were driven by Taupō's Tokelauan youth.
Join the Taupō Tokelauan community as they celebrate their culture and language this week.
Patients and staff reap the benefits of St John Taupō's new ambulance station.
Last year Animal Care Tūrangi took in 123 unwanted kittens - a huge drain on resources.
Labour Party Taupo candidate Ala' Al-Bustanji says he'd be keen to try again in 2023.