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
TravelTaupo: Here's looking at you kid ...Miriyana Alexander checks out a luxury lodge that's luring celebs to New Zealand.20 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandTaupo death investigation draw to a closeThe police investigation into the death of a woman after a power cut allegedly switched off her breathing machine is coming to an end.24 Feb 12:11 AM
EntertainmentA-listers win a luxury stay at TaupoHollywood A-listers are heading to our shores after free nights at an exclusive Taupo retreat were included in goodie bags for Emmy winners.22 Jan 04:00 PM
SportRadford and Webb whip up storm on waterKane Radford and Charlotte Webby made it a double at the weekend, claiming honours in the 5km New Zealand Open Water Championships at Lake Taupo.10 Jan 07:12 PM
New ZealandPolice seek information about NYE attackTaupo Police are seeking witnesses after a man was knocked unconscious in a seemingly unprovoked attack early on New Year's Day.06 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandCar crash, 5 people in 'serious condition'Three rescue helicopters were needed to transport five people injured in a crash last night. The two-vehicle crash happened on State Highway 5 in Taupo about 8.15pm.02 Dec 11:44 PM
TravelMake a splash at Taupo's award-winning resortThe warm water slides make quite a splash at award winning resort, writes Elisabeth Easther.28 Nov 12:00 AM
New ZealandMajor blaze at Taupo plastics factoryFire crews at a Taupo plastics factory have now left the scene after a major blaze tore through the building.12 Nov 06:30 PM
TravelTaupo: No adrenalin requiredFresh local fare, a gentle massage and thermal valleys -- Catherine Smith takes it easy.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandBoy killed in hunting incident 'was admired'Reporoa's tight-knit community has been left devastated by the news an 11-year-old boy has been shot dead.12 Oct 06:57 AM
TravelA ride in the fast laneTaupo is a great playground for thrillseekers, finds Shandelle Battersby.07 Oct 08:00 PM
New Zealand'I'll clear court if there's an outburst'Judge warns family as he hears pleas over the murder of a three-year-old boy.29 Sep 10:36 PM
AgribusinessFarming body backs decision on LochinverFederated Farmers said it welcomed the Government's decision to decline the sale of Lochinver Station, near Taupo, to China's Shanghai Pengxin Group.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandToddler's death: murder chargesA man and woman charged after the death of Taupo preschooler Moko Sayviah Rangitoheriri have had the charges upgraded from assault on a child to murder.09 Sep 11:58 PM
New ZealandMurderer: Prison like a holiday parkA Taupo man who killed his partner in an "unprovoked and cowardly" hammer attack has told the woman's daughters he was enjoying prison.02 Sep 02:33 AM
New ZealandCyclist's death ruled accidentalCyclist Jane Farrelly died after she was surprised by an oncoming truck and accidentally "wobbled" into its path, a coroner has found.24 Aug 01:59 AM
New ZealandOne hospitalised after Taupo shootingA man has been shot in the stomach in Taupo in the early hours of this morning.19 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandMan injured at forestry site near TaupoThe Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter winched a 46-year-old man from the scene of the forestry accident late this afternoon.13 Aug 10:27 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 ZealandInvestigation into death of 3-year-oldAn address in Taupo has been contained as police investigate the death of a three-year-old boy.10 Aug 10:25 PM
LifestyleDad's sweet tattoo for his daughterA Taupo dad has gotten a cochlear implant tattooed on his head to help his little girl not feel like the odd one out.06 Aug 05:14 AM
SportPresenter's Taupo marathon full of adventuresTelevision presenter Mike McRoberts is looking forward to running the Hoka One One Taupo Marathon today - albeit with an unusual twist.31 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelKia ora: TaupoAustralasia's biggest lake offers plenty to see and do, writes Elisabeth Easther.30 Jul 09:30 PM
New ZealandRoad users warned of severe black iceMotorists are being urged to take care while driving with severe black ice affecting roads around the country.25 Jun 09:26 PM
New ZealandTaupo boy, 13, believed missingA 13-year-old boy has gone missing and police are appealing for the public to help find him.30 May 02:40 AM
New ZealandTaupo man hospitalised after falling down bankA 63-year-old man is in Waikato Hospital with serious head injuries after falling down a bank in Taupo last night.27 May 07:57 PM
BusinessHuka Lodge owner appeals $33m orderHuka Lodge's owner is appealing a High Court decision that ordered him to pay US$25m to his former business partner.14 May 02:20 AM
New ZealandMan appears in court on bestiality chargesA man has appeared in Manukau District Court facing charges of bestiality and indecent assault of various animals.29 Apr 05:58 AM
OpinionFran O'SullivanHuka Lodge stoush comes to the boilTwo high-flying Alexes have been in the legal headlines in the past week: Huka Lodge owner Alex van Heeren and former Heart of the City boss Alex Swney.21 Apr 09:40 PM
New ZealandStand up against domestic violenceAn anti-violence group has called for the country to take a lasting stand against domestic abuse following the killing of a Taupo mother.16 Apr 10:32 PM
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 ZealandHammer found near dead mum of threeA hammer is understood to have been found near the body of a Taupo woman allegedly murdered by the father of her three adult daughters.15 Apr 05:00 PM
