New ZealandKayaker rescued from Lake TaupoThe woman wasn't carrying any form of waterproof communication with her.16 Jan 10:35 AM
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
KahuBad Maori pronunciation 'not okay'People failing to pronounce Maori place names correctly "boggles the mind" of one Auckland woman, and presumably the thousands of people who viewed her online video.12 Jan 04:08 AM
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 ZealandHuka Falls fire suspiciousA scrub fire near Huka Falls is now under control.11 Jan 06:47 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
New ZealandTaupo finder seeks greenstone ownerA Wanganui woman found the greenstone necklace found on the shore of Lake Taupo03 Jan 04:10 AM
New ZealandTremors shake TaupoA series of earthquakes has rattled residents in Taupo and surrounding areas.02 Jan 09:39 PM
New ZealandParty time as 2017 starts with a bangA spectacular fireworks display off Auckland's Sky Tower and parties around the country herald the start of a new year.31 Dec 05:20 AM
New ZealandFamily rescued after boat sinks on TaupoA family of four has been rescued after their boat sank in Lake Taupo this morning.30 Dec 11:10 PM
New ZealandTwo people rescued on Lake TaupoBoat started taking on water early this morning.29 Dec 05:35 PM
New ZealandMountain 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
New ZealandWeather: Drizzle clears for fine NYEA weak cold front will bring cloud, drizzle and showers to the country over the next few days but should clear in time for New Year celebrations.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCannabis spray helps sick toddlerA Taupo toddler with an incurable tumour is beginning to show signs of increased mobility four weeks after starting on a medical marijuana spray.28 Dec 01:07 AM
New ZealandSuspicious 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
New ZealandSuspicious fires in TaupoFirefighters spent more than an hour battling five small blazes in Taupo which they suspect were deliberately lit.27 Dec 01:42 AM
New ZealandWoman faints in hot poolA woman was playing in the hot pools at De Bretts Hot Springs near Taupo when she collapsed.25 Dec 09:07 PM
New ZealandFine 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
New ZealandWarm, wet, wild: 2016's extreme weatherThere was a record downpour in Auckland, a tornado in Taranaki and "quake lights" above Wellington. Oh, and 2016 was likely also New Zealand's hottest year on record.20 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandXmas week weather: Gusts, rain, sunIf variety is the spice of life, this week is set to be a lively one.18 Dec 05:24 PM
New ZealandHuka Falls cordon liftedA cordon has been lifted near Huka Falls after police failed to locate a wanted man.18 Dec 05:28 AM
New ZealandTrampers 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
New ZealandTaupo 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
New ZealandNew Zealand springs into summerThe signs of summer are among us with pohutakawa trees flowering already and forecasters say the official first day of the season on Thursday will be calm and dry.28 Nov 09:13 PM
New ZealandUPDATE: Investigators probe cause of Taupo fireInvestigators will return to the scene of a large industrial fire in Taupo.28 Nov 08:54 AM
New ZealandBody 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
New ZealandDate 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
New Zealand'Bro if you need help, go to Tane Ora'When your personal change programme gets a plug on a police cell wall, you know it must work.17 Nov 12:46 AM
New ZealandWatch 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
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Get out of your car for the 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. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch16 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms and rain on the waySqually thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast to hit the North Island overnight, with a severe weather watch in place.05 Nov 08:33 PM
