Rotorua Daily PostQuiet start to 2017 for rescue chopperThe Greenlea Rescue Helicopter has had what the crew call a "relatively quiet" start to 2017 with just five callouts so far. On the 09 Jan 02:27 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice name cyclist killed in crashThe 67-year-old was a well known businessman and was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2011 for services to business.08 Jan 02:26 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCyclist killed in Taupo crashA cyclist has been killed after a collision with a car on the Taupo Expressway.07 Jan 12:07 AM
Rotorua Daily PostState of tyres shocks policeThe shocking state of tyres people are driving on has stunned Taupo police. Senior Sergeant Fane Troy of the Taupo Area Road Policing 04 Jan 09:08 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTaupo finder seeks greenstone ownerA Wanganui woman found the greenstone necklace found on the shore of Lake Taupo03 Jan 04:10 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTremors shake TaupoA series of earthquakes has rattled residents in Taupo and surrounding areas.02 Jan 09:39 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRain in store for Rotorua and TaupoRain is forecast for Rotorua for the next two days with a severe weather watch in place for Taupo and the Central North Island. The 01 Jan 09:21 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBusy holiday for rescue helicopterMountain bike injuries, ski field rescues and motorcyclist crashes - it's been a busy and mixed few days for the Taupo-based Greenlea 29 Dec 10:33 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTwo people rescued on Lake TaupoBoat started taking on water early this morning.29 Dec 05:35 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMountain biker suffers head injuriesA person suffered head injuries after coming off their bike on a mountain biking track in the central North Island today.29 Dec 03:31 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSuspicious fires endanger home near TaupoOne of four suspicious fires along a stretch of roadside west of Taupo this afternoon destroyed an area of native bush and came perilously close to a rural home.27 Dec 05:10 AM
Rotorua Daily PostProud parents celebrate Christmas surprise (+video)Circle_see_more_DP.epsCHRISTMAS JOY: Proud parents Hayley and Luke Westbury celebrate the birth of their second son who was born 25 Dec 09:41 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFine Boxing Day weather in storeDon't let the morning cloud fool you - it is set to be a fine Boxing Day for New Zealanders, with Central Otago tipped as the best place to be.25 Dec 06:42 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHuka Falls cordon liftedA cordon has been lifted near Huka Falls after police failed to locate a wanted man.18 Dec 05:28 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTrampers rescued from Mt RuapehuA man and woman who lost their way spent a chilly night on Mt Ruapehu before being rescued this morning "cold and hungry".11 Dec 12:01 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCompetitive pair tackle Ironman 70.3 for first time (+video)Circle_see_more_DP.epsCOMPETITIVE PAIR: Married runners Kerris and Chris Browne are competing in the Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Ironman 09 Dec 05:07 AM
Rotorua Daily PostEvans man to catch in TaupoLEADER: Simon Evans leads the championship in his Smeg Holden. PHOTO/SUPPLIED Motor racing Round two of the BNT NZ Touring Cars 06 Dec 01:03 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTaupo to stage IronMaori eventKelly_Makiha_FEB16.epsRACING: Maori from around the country travel to Hawke's Bay each year to compete in IronMaori. PHOTO/HAWKE'S 04 Dec 10:34 PM
Rotorua Daily PostLakes DHB appointed members announcedHealth Minister Jonathan Coleman has announced the appointed members of the Lakes District Health Board. They are returning chairman 01 Dec 03:28 AM
Rotorua Daily PostUPDATE: Investigators probe cause of Taupo fireInvestigators will return to the scene of a large industrial fire in Taupo.28 Nov 08:54 AM
Rotorua Daily PostBody found in Huka FallsPolice have pulled a body from the Waikato river after a group of people lost sight of their friend in the waterway earlier.23 Nov 05:26 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWoman rescued from Tongariro CrossingA woman has been rescued from the Tongariro Crossing after she fell at Soda Springs and dislocated her shoulder. The Taupo-based 23 Nov 03:30 AM
Rotorua Daily PostElite gear up for Cycle ChallengeWith New Zealand's largest cycling event - the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge - just days away, cyclists from around the world are in 22 Nov 12:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTaupo draws top speed merchantsThe annual Suzuki Series kicks off at Taupo on December 4 and the 2016 edition is packed with International riders ready to take on 21 Nov 11:48 PM
Rotorua Daily PostDate with Taupo girl ends in 8 arrestsStolen cars and police pursuits after a group of teens create havoc on a road trip from Auckland.21 Nov 08:08 AM
Rotorua Daily PostBOP Indians yet to reach full potential (+ video)Circle_see_more_DP.epsSMASH: BOP Indians' Jaspreet Singh put in a solid performance as an opening batter for his side against Taupo 21 Nov 01:57 AM
Rotorua Daily PostLocal heroes hailed at special ceremonyRECOGNISED: Noel Hyde has been recognised as one of New Zealand's most talented and well-respected wildlife taxidermists. PHOTO/FILE 18 Nov 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWatch NZH Local Focus: Get out of your car for Tongariro CrossingIt's one of the most stunning walks in the world, so you can't expect to park right outside the very beginning of the track on a busy weekend.16 Nov 08:30 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPrisoners restore bikes for charityPrisoners have been hard at work in Tongariro Prison's bike barn restoring bikes to donate to charities around the Turangi and Taupo 09 Nov 01:14 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTaupo to host water rescue training dayPhilips Search & Rescue Trust is hosting a rescue industry water-training day in Taupo on Saturday, with rescue helicopter personnel 09 Nov 01:07 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCricket: Pirates stamp authority (+video)Circle_see_more_DP.epsIN FORM: Eastern Pirates' bowler Alan Porter impressed for his team. PHOTO/STEPHEN PARKER 051116sp9.JPGRuth_Dacey_MAY16_happy.epsCricket A 07 Nov 06:06 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTaupo carver recognised for lake artworkBy Laurilee McMichael271016twmatahi1CELEBRATION: Master carver and artist Matahi Whakataka Brightwell, pictured with one of his grandchildren31 Oct 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBowling blitz seals win for CentralCircle_see_more_DP.epsBIG HITTER: Central Reserves player Aaron Bennett plays a shot against Geyser City Reserves at Boord Park. PHOTO/ 31 Oct 01:15 AM
Rotorua Daily PostChopper kept busy at the weekendThe Greenlea Rescue Helicopter was kept busy at the weekend being dispatched to several jobs. A woman with a medical condition was 30 Oct 11:38 PM
