Air tragedy: Pilots killed were 'very motivated young men'
Two pilots who died in Kaimanawa crash were experienced instructors.
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Investigators to arrive at site of double fatal plane crash
The light aircraft crashed in a steep area of the Kaimanawa Ranges.
Two men confirmed dead after light plane crash
The plane's wreckage was found this morning in steep terrain.
Trucks rolls near Taupō, blocking road, leaking diesel
A truck has rolled near Taupō this morning.
Taupō vigil to be held in memory of Christchurch victims
A vigil will be held in Taupō on Wednesday night in honour of those killed on Friday.
Taupō Old Boys win Lakeland cricket title
The Taupō Old Boys cricket team have won the Lakeland 40 over reserve grade competition.
Elderly driver's car plunges down bank at Lake Taupō
Driver, 90, had incident at intersection that led to crash.
The Chase: 'No quick fix' for pursuits and calls for ban on chases
Police Association has welcomed a major review into pursuits.
Police pursuits: Review wants study into why drivers flee
A major review of the police pursuits policy has been released today
Geyser JPC and Taupō Old Boys in final
The Lakeland Senior Reserve 40-over competition comes to a head this weekend.
Police pursuits on the rise
Police pursuit data comes ahead of a joint review of pursuits released today.
Former maternity home to be demolished due to asbestos
The main building at Waiora House is to be demolished.
Hunters' mission to save the whio
Group raises funds and trap pests to help protect endangered blue duck.
High school students to add their voices to call for action on climate change
Taupō high school students to add their voices to call for action on climate change.
A place of peace: Acacia Bay's special gully
Here, people have found friendship, rest, beauty, poetry and connection.
'Rotten care': Elderly rest home residents dying due to low level of help - union
Reports of man dying after being too scared to report infected wound due to low staffing.
Calling all carpentry apprentices to take part in challenge
Carpentry apprentices sought for apprentice challenge.
Seventy Kaimanawa horses to be mustered
Kaimanawa horse applications closing next month.
The harmless looking tree wreaking havoc on our land
Wilding pines smother wildlife, natives and everything. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Kiwis to the rescue after tourist's engagement ring stolen
A Kiwi woman's kindness has helped turn around a horrible holiday for German tourists.
Final motocross showdown in Taupō
The 2019 New Zealand Motocross Championships wrap up in Taupō this weekend.
Why playing bridge is good for you
Taupō and Tūrangi Weekender editor tries her hand at a few hands and learns a few tricks.
Iwi and hapū-driven initiative brings Smear Your Mea campaign to local marae
Iwi and hapū-driven initiative brings Smear Your Mea campaign to local marae.
Taupō team into the wild for Search and Rescue funds
Team Search and Rescue is tackling the 252km-long RacingThePlanet Ultramarathon this week.
Burnett-Grant a finalist in rural awards
Taupō equestrian Briar Burnett-Grant is a finalist for Fonterra NZ Rural Youth of the Year
Public invited to watch part of Trustpower community awards
The award finalists will share stories and achievements in a series of presentations.
What you need to know about NZ market
For some, the chance of a rosy retirement with no debt and a nest egg is evaporating.
Tūrangi camp rape: Victim's $5000 donation languishes in bank account
Money meant for playground equipment is sitting in an account unused after seven years.
Mike Phillips claims maiden Ironman title
Christchurch triathlete wins his first Ironman New Zealand.
Children get up close and personal with kiwi chicks
School children get the chance to get up close and personal with kiwi chicks.
Air wars: Jetstar strikes back - 75,000 flights for $25
Jetstar has accepted Air New Zealand's price war challenge.
Desert Road now open after fatal crash
A person has died after an incident on State Highways 1's Desert Rd early this morning.