New ZealandMan's manslaughter of sister divides familyAdrian Ngamotu sentenced for the manslaughter of his sister at Acacia Bay last year.11 Apr 03:07 AM
New ZealandGet prepared, not rescued from Tongariro Crossing, warn policePlan carefully if you're thinking of doing something adventurous this weekend.10 Apr 08:06 PM
New ZealandRuapehu fighting for rescue helicopter serviceA recent tender process did not include plans for a Taupo-based helicopter rescue service.09 Apr 03:40 AM
New ZealandPotential loss of Rotorua rescue helicopter a 'slap in the face'The rescue helicopter provider said Taupo and Tauranga helicopters could cover Rotorua.06 Apr 07:15 PM
New ZealandRotorua and Taupo MPs seek answers over rescue choppersMcClay and Upston said they would be seeking answers from the Government.05 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandTuwharetoa Maori Trust Board: Taupo rescue chopper must stayThe Trust Board says removing the Taupo base would dramatically affect the risk to people.04 Apr 10:29 PM
New ZealandRotorua and Taupo rescue helicopters could be scrappedFears lives could be lost if Rotorua and Taupo rescue helicopters are scrapped.04 Apr 07:31 PM
New ZealandMayor: Lives will be lost if Taupo rescue chopper goesUnder a new proposal, Taupo would no longer have a rescue helicopter.03 Apr 06:26 AM
New ZealandWoman killed in Easter crash had just lost her motherWoman who died in Easter crash was grieving the recent loss of her mother.31 Mar 05:00 PM
VideoLocal Focus: Summer tourists outstrip Winter in Ruapehu DistrictRuapehu faces similar tourism pressures to Queenstown. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch27 Mar 07:22 PM
TravelRoom check: The Airport Motel @ Rainbow PointStephanie Holmes checks into the Airport Motel @ Rainbow Point, Taupo.27 Mar 02:00 AM
KahuLogs 'come to life' in Tongariro National ParkPouwhenua mark cultural significance of Tongariro. Made with funding from NZ on Air.26 Mar 04:00 PM
VideoLocal Focus: Logs 'come to life' in Tongariro National ParkPouwhenua mark cultural significance for National Park. Made with funding from NZ on Air Watch24 Mar 05:12 AM
New ZealandSocial worker team to tackle child abuseSpecialist team of social workers to work with police after baby boy's death.23 Mar 04:00 PM
MotorsportTarbon's DQ ends quest for Gixxer CupTough call in Taupo for missing oil containment part.19 Mar 10:39 AM
New Zealand5yo killed in crash: 'I'd give the world to get my baby back'Susan Kanuta's mother and son were killed in a serious two-car crash.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRescued dog was neglected - and illThe rescued dog turned out to be ill as well as abandoned.15 Mar 01:56 AM
MotorsportConsistency pays off for AlexanderConsistency proved a winning formula for Waverley hydroplane racer David Alexander.14 Mar 09:00 AM
New Zealand'Phantom' fraudster who conned Jonah Lomu granted parole, to be deported"The Phantom" who stole $3.2m has been granted parole and will be deported to Australia.08 Mar 04:48 AM
New ZealandKiller highway closed due to slip dangerState Highway closed after man attempting to clear rockfall was killed.05 Mar 07:00 AM
SportStark relief for Ironman winnerPerennial runner up Terenzo Bozzone has finally won the New Zealand Ironman in Taupo.03 Mar 05:15 AM
New ZealandElderly woman critical after Taupo crashThe woman is in an intensive care unit in Hamilton.01 Mar 10:59 PM
BusinessBuilding company collapses: Dozens of new homes unbuilt, 100 firms in lurchLiquidators are still finding how much home-builder owes.01 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandThe picnic table that traversed Lake TaupoThe journey has made $2500 for charity so far.28 Feb 04:05 AM
New ZealandTaupo man pleads guilty to manslaughterAdrian Ngamotu, 55, entered the plea in the High Court at Rotorua today.27 Feb 12:49 AM
New ZealandMan knocked 'clean off the road' by falling rocksMan found dead after falling rocks flung him down a bank and into a river.26 Feb 03:10 AM
New ZealandEastern arterial closed after two-truck crashA crash involving two trucks has closed a section of the Eastern Taupo Arterial.22 Feb 01:38 AM
New ZealandMeet Philip, the goat who loves fishingA Taupo local was surprised to find a goat named Philip in his usual fishing spot.21 Feb 04:37 AM
New ZealandTaupo murder accused refused bail for the second timeTaupo murder accused denied bail for the second time.13 Feb 07:24 AM
EntertainmentTaupo to host weekend of wellnessWeekend of yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and music coming to Taupo.07 Feb 11:30 PM
New ZealandAnxious, blanket-obsessed dog lights up the internetTaupo dog Anxiety Girl is a hit online because of her quirky ways.07 Feb 05:36 PM
New ZealandFirm fined for taking waterEvergreen Landcare staff took water from hydrants because that's what they 'normally did'.31 Jan 11:44 PM
MotorsportLupton flies to the leadKen Lupton flies the flag for Waverley after round one of Hydro Thunder series30 Jan 05:00 PM
