Drink-driving charges laid after fatal Tokoroa crash
The 40-year-old was allegedly drink driving when the couple were struck.
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Error leaves hundreds of Lakes DHB staff unpaid
The staff were meant to be paid on Wednesday night.
Stop, umbrella time: Rain settles in throughout BOP
MetService has issued a series of rain, wind, and snow watches
Cop allegedly knocked unconscious during arrest
Police officers were now suffering more serious injuries when assaulted, union says.
Coldest days of the year: Early morning crashes, police warn drivers to take care
It is another frosty start to the day in the Bay of Plenty.
Why 'wayfinding' is Taupō's new buzz
Council reveals plans for a major re-jig of the Taupō CBD road network to business owners.
Community board out, Mana Whakahono in, under new proposal
Taupō District Council wants the community's views on proposal to change representation.
You know his aunt's name. Now meet her talented nephew
Meet the young Taupō actor selected for the National Shakespeare Schools Production.
'A pretty grim night': Waiotapu locals urge lower speeds after fatal crash
An accident near the Waiotapu intersection claimed two lives on Tuesday night.
Frosty start for Bay of Plenty as polar blast continues
Desert Rd is closed due to snow this morning.
Brrrr! Polar blast on the way
A cold air mass straight off the Antarctic ice shelf is hitting parts of New Zealand.
Matariki rises: the seven sisters in the dawn sky
Celebrations for Māori new year Matariki began June 19 with an exhibition at Taupō Museum.
Strong wind watch in place for Bay of Plenty
Heavy rain and southeast gales are on the way for parts of the country.
Guns for meth: How drug dealer used frontman to buy cache of firearms
Meth dealer got a discount for bulk buying, sold 'cut down' handguns on the black market.
Big TV moment: 'I was so nervous I was about to spew'
Tyree Wall, 13, got the rock star treatment during three days of intense preparations.
Finding the balance between sympathy and empathy
40 years caring for the deceased and the living. Taupō funeral director honoured.
Rugby league legend and ambassador 'saddened' by brawl
Comments come after fighting erupted at senior match.
Blast from the Past: $5 op shop camera photo mystery solved
Georgia Browne thought she'd scored a bargain. The camera was priceless.
Pack an umbrella: Heavy rain watch in place
Bay of Plenty residents should prepare for a wet one.
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'We're like a family and we're all really close'
A Taupō restaurant had to adopt new strategies to face the challenges of the pandemic.
Tourist's death on Tongariro a 'tragic reminder' of solo hiking risks
Better decisions and having a locator beacon could have saved the hiker's life - Coroner.
Taupō council secures public access to scenic spot
Public access to much-loved spot secured thanks to agreement between council and owners.
Taupō Citizens Advice Bureau proud of legacy
Taupō Citizens Advice has been working for positive social change for 45 years.
The nurses' strike: How could it affect you?
Eight hours of strike action by the NZNO is planned for Wednesday, June 9.
In hot water: The best places to bathe in New Zealand
Where to warm up in warm water this winter.
Council takes funding gamble on dangerous intersection
Councillors decide they can't wait for Waka Kotahi to part-fund Taupō intersection change.
Three people await fate over tyre-stockpiling case
Two people have been sentenced in relation to a tyre dumping prosecution case.
Dramatic Mt Ruapehu rescue: Solo climber's severe broken leg
Volunteers wore crampons while coping with ice raining down on them.
Jo Raphael: We need more help to stamp out meth scourge
OPINION: Meth users in the Bay are wasting more than $1 million a week.
Taupō firm secures investment in lithium extraction for batteries
Company hoping to mine geothermal waste for use in making electric vehicle batteries.
Critical injuries: Multiple crashes in region
Emergency services are dealing with multiple crashes in the Bay of Plenty.
Brrrrrr! Sub zero temps as region shivers
Frozen windscreens and glistening lawns were on the menu this morning.