New ZealandLions tickets almost snapped upTest match tickets for the British and Irish Lions tour are already sold out with only general admission remaining for the match against 15 Feb 11:47 PM
New ZealandAratiatia Rapids drowning: Spills on holdThey are ranked number two on TripAdvisor's list of things to do in Taupo but tourist water releases from the Aratiatia Dam have been 15 Feb 10:58 PM
EntertainmentRotorua doesn't want Raggamuffin backRotorua will not host the Raggamuffin festival this year. The promoters of the show announced on Friday that the 10th festival, scheduled 14 Feb 06:32 PM
New Zealand'Goddess on earth now an eternal hero'Rachael De Jong drowned near Taupo on Waitangi Day - one of 31 drownings so far. Ahead of her funeral today, her family have written this tribute.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDriveway death a tragic reminderPolice say the death of a 53-year-old man is a reminder that not only children are vulnerable in driveways.13 Feb 08:43 PM
New ZealandCampervan explosion seriously burns manA man suffered serious burns after his campervan exploded in Taupo last night.11 Feb 06:24 PM
New ZealandLarge bush fire near Taupo contained but not outA large bushfire is blazing through forest and scrub northwest of Taupo.11 Feb 04:55 AM
New ZealandOne killed after being hit in drivewayA person is dead after being hit by a car in a Taupo driveway overnight.10 Feb 11:54 PM
New ZealandWatch: Drones spy on NZ volcanoesKiwi scientists could soon have a new way to safely get an up-close look at erupting volcanoes: send in the drone.09 Feb 05:21 AM
EnvironmentWatch NZH Local Focus: Erosion debate divides Taupo District CouncilThe decision to close a Taupo District Council reserve in Kinloch to cars has been revoked - as debate rages about the causes of erosion in the area. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Feb 11:04 PM
New ZealandRiver victim knew missing womanThe young woman swept to her death when floodgates opened on Waikato River was a young Aucklander with an infectious smile that could "cheer anyone up".07 Feb 10:45 AM
EntertainmentThousands turn out for FlochellaThousands of fans turned out for New Zealand's first floating music festival at Great Lake Taupo yesterday, with the free event reaching capacity by midday.07 Feb 09:00 AM
New ZealandPolice name woman swept away in riverPolice have named a young woman who died when she was swept down the Waikato River yesterday.07 Feb 08:18 AM
New ZealandTaupo mayor on drowning: 'A tragedy'Drowning a tragedy but dam flood to remain open as an attraction, says Taupo mayor.07 Feb 12:07 AM
New ZealandWoman rescued from Mt TauharaA woman has been airlifted off Taupo's Mt Tauhara after injuring her ankle. The 58-year-old was flown to Taupo Hospital's emergency 05 Feb 01:01 AM
New ZealandDiesel tanker rolls near KinleithA tanker driver is being checked after his truck rolled near Kinleith.30 Jan 10:14 PM
New ZealandMotorcross injuries keep rescue chopper busyTwo men have been injured in separate motorcross incidents across the region. The BayTrust Rescue Helicopter was sent to Mangakino 29 Jan 12:04 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dead in collisionA motorcyclist has been killed tonight in a collision with a truck near Taupo.25 Jan 07:07 AM
New ZealandBMX backflip pioneer's secret to successHe's the first person in the world to land a quadruple backflip on a BMX but he admits the first person he calls after each jump is 17 Jan 06:16 PM
New Zealand'I was so scared, the waves were big'A pleasant evening kayaking trip turned into a terrifying ordeal in the darkness for a lone woman blown offshore on Lake Taupo.16 Jan 10:02 PM
New ZealandPaddler rescued on Lake TaupoA Turangi woman was rescued off Lake Taupo after going missing while fishing in her sea kayak. A police media statement said the 16 Jan 08:12 PM
New ZealandTongariro bus crash: Tour boss speaksMost of those injured in yesterday's Tongariro National Park bus crash have been discharged from hospital, tour boss says.15 Jan 06:19 PM
New ZealandBus crash tourists 'lucky' - fire chiefThe National Park fire chief has described the scene of this morning's Tongariro National Park bus crash.15 Jan 09:07 AM
New ZealandAndrew Williams, mayor turned landlordFormer North Shore Mayor Andrew Williams has shifted to Taupo and is now taking guests and his and wife Jane's Fairbairn House.11 Jan 10:30 PM
New ZealandBodyboarder's extreme stunt condemnedWATCH: An extreme water daredevil has gone over the Huka Falls on a bodyboard, an act that has been described as "reckless and irresponsible".11 Jan 09:23 PM
BusinessFuneral to be held for ex-Steel & Tube bossServices will be held in Wellington and Auckland today to pay tribute to former Steel & Tube Holdings Ltd boss Nick Calavrias.11 Jan 08:01 PM
New ZealandFire crews continue to monitor 'hot spots' from Ohaaki blazeFire crews will today attempt to dampen "quite a few hot spots" remaining from the large scrub and grass blaze that ignited yesterday 11 Jan 07:39 PM
New ZealandHuka Falls fire suspiciousA scrub fire near Huka Falls is now under control.11 Jan 06:47 PM
New ZealandUpdate: Large scrub fire near Reporoa to burn into nightA large scrub and grass fire south of Rotorua is expected to burn into the night, as dry conditions and winds fan the flames. About 11 Jan 06:17 AM
New ZealandTwo injured in Turangi crashTwo people have been injured after a crash in Turangi. The two-vehicle crash happened on Te Rangitautahanga Rd near the intersection 11 Jan 03:15 AM
New ZealandRescued after 'man region' emergencyThe medical condition was described as being something that "just happens sometimes".09 Jan 08:01 PM
New ZealandPolice 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
New ZealandCyclist killed in Taupo crashA cyclist has been killed after a collision with a car on the Taupo Expressway.07 Jan 12:07 AM
New ZealandState 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
