New ZealandStudent took 1914 days to re-engage, get back to classroomOne student not attending took 1914 days to re-engage and get back into the classroom.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand4yo found unrestrained in car driven by teen accused of hit and runThe driver also allegedly fled police during the incident.24 Apr 03:10 AM
New ZealandWatch: Driver hobbles away from shocking crash after fleeing policeDriver didn't stop for police, then came a cropper on moderate corner.04 Apr 09:08 PM
SportSpecial Olympics swimmers break record for Lake Taupō crossingTwo Special Olympics swimmers have completed a 33km swim across Lake Taupo.02 Apr 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMafia-like tactics: How a gang's drug empire came crashing downBig business: The inside story on the inner workings of a major organised drug operation25 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It's just crazy': Petrol prices drive surge in EV ownershipA Taupō EV dealer has seen sales more than double this month.23 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice seek sightings of missing Taupō manThe man was last seen on February 3.23 Mar 02:17 AM
New ZealandSH5 reopens after crash closes road for nearly 10 hoursTruck and trailer crashed pre-dawn; salvage continued mid-afternoon.21 Mar 06:46 PM
New ZealandTaupō flat killing: Man struck flatmate with hammer, stabbed him four timesAn altercation between two Taupō flatmates resulted in a man's death.21 Mar 02:15 AM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu raised to volcanic alert level 2The last time Mt Ruapehu was moved to volcanic level 2 was in December 2020.21 Mar 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: Should we fear outlaw motorcycle gang packs?OPINION: Concerns over motorcycle gangs travelling the country are not new.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSix injured in serious road crashes across North IslandSeveral other people were hospitalised after road incidents around the North Island.19 Mar 06:33 PM
New ZealandWatch: Waikato Expressway gang attack - video shows sprawling motorbike convoyThe video shows the long line of motorbikes following the red ute.18 Mar 01:27 AM
CrimeTaupō killing: Man admits manslaughter chargeWilliam Capper was originally to stand trial on Monday for George Cross' murder.17 Mar 07:57 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationMental health education a 'top priority': Are Kiwi kids prepared for the future?Mental health is a hot topic all over the world, including in schools.16 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen swims 80km across Lake Taupō and backCaitlin O'Reilly is just the third person to complete the 80km swim.14 Mar 08:14 PM
New ZealandBat check on doomed trees pays offThe pekapeka tou-roa (long-tailed bats) are classified as threatened-nationally critical14 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan critical after being hauled from vehicle and attacked amid biker gang convoyWitnesses reported a convoy of 60 to 70 bikes and a ute were involved in the incident.11 Mar 05:29 PM
New ZealandTaupō homicide: Police seek sightings of silver sedanPolice are seeking information about a car in relation to the homicide.11 Mar 02:09 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Taupō needs tourists"Tough times don't last, but tough people do" but times may be getting too tough in Taupō.09 Mar 10:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTaupō homicide: Motel owner hopes death doesn't affect future housingAdelphi Motel owner says his business shouldn't be punished for someone else's mistake.08 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand'It's so sad... it was bad': Father dies in motel from injuries, murder inquiry launchedA police investigation is under way.06 Mar 04:44 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWorld's second oldest geothermal powerstation facing closureWorld's 2nd geothermal power plant at Taupō is 64 years old and set to close before 2031.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead, one critically injured in single car crash near TaupōA serious crash has occurred in the Taupo District.23 Feb 12:27 AM
New Zealand'Game-changing' lithium plant gets $2m Govt boostMinister for Economic and Regional Development Stuart Nash made the announcement today21 Feb 09:57 PM
TravelExplore the Waikato River eight different waysWith twisting waters, bridges, lakes, and dams, adventure awaits on the Waikato River.20 Feb 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'These were normal guys': Judge sentences men in major cannabis-growing syndicateMore people tied up in a major cannabis growing syndicate have been sentenced.18 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandGang terrorise KFC staff over needle in burgerBlack Power member gets prison sentence for abusing workers at fast-food restaurant.17 Feb 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDavid Beck: Freedom or freedumb? Protesters prove nothingOPINION: Dear protesters, you can go home now, thanks.16 Feb 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier-Taupo road speed reduction kicks in midnight ThursdayThe speed limit from Eskdale to Rangitaiki will be 80km/h from midnight Thursday.16 Feb 03:53 AM
New ZealandBoat sinks in Taupō Marina with 200l of diesel onboardRainfall caused a vessel to sink in the Taupō Marina.15 Feb 01:12 AM
TravelAll thrills, no gills: Family adventure on Taupō's south shoreThe Tongariro is the perfect spot for a family holiday, with or without rod in hand.14 Feb 04:01 PM
TravelNew Zealand's most romantic travel dealsWe bring you the best travel deals going.09 Feb 09:04 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMedicinal cannabis drastically improving eight-year-old's lifeTaupō family fundraising for life-changing cannabis medicine that costs $700 a month.09 Feb 04:00 PM
