New ZealandTaupo schools in lockdownStudents at some Taupo schools were briefly put into lockdown following sightings of a man with a shotgun.12 May 12:13 AM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu alert lifted after 20C riseMt Ruapehu's risk of eruption is increasing with its volcanic alert now at Level 2, as DoC also issues warning to climbers and trampers.10 May 07:47 PM
New ZealandCall for protests after deathThe Sensible Sentencing Trust, "outraged" by the manslaughter charges faced by Moko Rangitoheriri's killers, are calling for people to protest.09 May 07:52 AM
New ZealandKilled by his carers: Moko's last daysDeath was not quick or painless for 3-year-old Moko Rangitoheriri.02 May 04:04 AM
New ZealandCar hits power pole in TaupoEmergency services are currently at the scene of a crash in Taupo where a car has hit a power pole.02 May 01:42 AM
New ZealandToddler killers plead guilty to manslaughterThe man and woman accused of killing Taupo 3-year-old Moko Sayviah Rangitoheriri have pleaded guilty to manslaughter and ill treating a child.01 May 11:19 PM
New ZealandDriver stopped after 20 mins pursuitA driver who fled an alcohol check point in Taupo was stopped after a dramatic 20 minute pursuit through the town.29 Apr 12:00 PM
New ZealandFire at Taupo workshopFire crews from Rotorua and Taupo are currently attending a fire at Dudley Mechanical Preps on Manuka St in Taupo.26 Apr 11:03 PM
New ZealandHomicide investigation into woman's deathPolice have today opened a homicide investigation following the death of a 41-year-old woman in Mangakino, north west of Taupo.19 Apr 11:18 PM
LifestyleDad's tatts lend an ear to his kidsThe Taupo father who got a cochlear implant tattoo to match his daughter's real one now has another - this time for his son.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandUPDATE: Two in hospital following fatal crashA man is dead and two others have serious injuries after a car and a four-wheel-drive vehicle collided north of Taupo last night.07 Apr 05:25 PM
New ZealandMan dies on Tongariro CrossingA German tourist has died on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, despite the efforts of a group of tourists who attempted to walk him to safety.21 Mar 02:09 AM
WorldKiwi rescued from raft after epic voyageLisa Te Heuheu was one of 14 who had to be rescued after being swept off course on their Pacific Ocean voyage towards South America.18 Mar 04:41 AM
New ZealandMurder trial may be delayedA High Court judge says if he's forced to adjourn a murder trial involving a Taupo toddler, he will be calling for an inquiry into New Zealand's forensic and pathology system.09 Mar 03:44 AM
AgribusinessFonterra cut bitter pill for farmersThe kiwi dollar has dropped this morning after Fonterra cut its farmer payout for the second time this year.07 Mar 08:30 PM
BusinessLandcorp scales back dairy conversion planPlans for former forestry land near Wairakei into 39 dairy farms have been scaled back.06 Mar 08:50 PM
New ZealandTourists rescued after capsizingTwo Australian fishermen have a survival story to tell, after being rescued off a lake in Taupo.17 Feb 08:32 PM
BusinessBar owner defrauds IRD of nearly $1mA Taupo bar owner who once played for the Junior All Blacks has admitted defrauding the Inland Revenue Department of nearly $1 million.05 Feb 04:30 PM
TravelKiwi B&B rated second-best in worldA Taupo bed and breakfast has been voted the second best small hotel in the world.21 Jan 09:52 PM
New ZealandHedge catches fire after fireworks displayA hedge caught fire in Taupo tonight during what is suspected to be a fireworks display gone wrong.08 Nov 11:01 AM
New ZealandWoman squashed by cow 'in pain'A young Taupo woman who was squashed by a cow had to be airlifted to Waikato Hospital.14 Oct 09:46 PM
New ZealandFishery rangers net a catch of offendersNoticing a vehicle parked in an unusual spot, a keen eyed DoC ranger stopped to take a look, resulting in one of their largest poaching apprehensions.05 Oct 02:39 AM
New ZealandSerious crash near Taupo; road closedPolice and emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash on Wairakei Dr, north of Taupo.25 Sep 07:40 AM
New ZealandHeartbreak over death of toddlerThe family of a toddler who died from injuries he suffered in an alleged assault are still in shock.11 Aug 11:17 PM
New ZealandTaupo man admits murdering partnerA Taupo man has admitted killing his partner who was found dead in a bedroom of her home.14 Jul 09:15 PM
New ZealandMotorcycle crash at Taupo Motorsport ParkA 45-year-old man suffered serious head injuries in a motorcycle crash at Taupo Motorsport Park.25 May 07:52 AM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu generating hot stuffIt’s shaking all over, and generating some hot stuff, but a volcanologist says it’s way to soon to tell what’s next for Ruapehu.29 Apr 09:08 AM
New ZealandBusinessman owes $32m in resort disputeA Dutch businessman has been ordered to pay US$25 million ($32 million) as an interim payment in a legal scrap involving one of New Zealand’s most luxurious resorts.17 Apr 08:09 AM
New ZealandDeath a 'terrible stain on community'A post-mortem examination is being held in Auckland today to establish the cause of death of 47-year-old Katrina Rose Drummond.16 Apr 02:39 AM
New ZealandTaupo murder: 'Joyful' victim mournedA woman found dead at her Taupo home last night has been named, after the man accused of murdering her appeared in court this afternoon.15 Apr 04:00 AM
CrimeTaupo murder: 'We're all devastated'A 49-year-old man from Taupo will appear in the Rotorua District Court today charged with murder.15 Apr 01:45 AM
