New ZealandNew recycling rules in force for Taupō DistrictContractors will now be rejecting non-confirming items left in recycling bins.15 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandTaupō and Tūrangi thumbs up and thumbs downFind out what has amazed and annoyed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.13 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandGood turnouts and friendly competition hailed by golfersFind out how the Taupō district's clubs did this week.12 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandCeltic cross discovered on ancient Kaimanawa wall near Lake TaupōAn amateur historian scraped off moss to discover a carved symbol.12 Feb 01:38 AM
New ZealandTaupō and Tūrangi adopt a pet: Meet ArielQuiet, friendly kitten Ariel is looking for a new home.11 Feb 04:07 PM
New ZealandDecades of fundraising finishes in styleShe has been fundraising for good Taupō causes for the past two decades.06 Feb 10:03 PM
New ZealandTaupō loses only movie theatre but not through lack of demandTaupō movie buffs will have to content themselves with streaming services for now.02 Feb 05:02 PM
New ZealandTaupō to Tūrangi SH1 closures extendedWaka Kotahi has announced more closures due to weather hampering progress.01 Feb 02:53 AM
New ZealandInternational acts set to hit the stage in Hamilton and TaupōA sizzling summer of music continues in Hamilton and Taupō this weekend.26 Jan 03:26 AM
New Zealand'Busy' long weekend in Rotorua despite wet weatherOne cafe was 'full house' one morning, while a campground only had a couple of spots left.24 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds of protected birds take up residence in small North Island townThere are mixed feelings over the arrival of the 200-strong colony.23 Jan 10:22 PM
New ZealandRoadworks to close Taupō to Tūrangi route for five daysDaytime closures and stop/go management will be in place along SH1 from Taupō to Tūrangi.17 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandFishing for answers to the secret lives of troutA PhD student spent her summer holidays gutting trout for science.16 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandHundreds of swimmers set for 'Epic' Lake Taupō eventMore than 800 swimmers will dive into Lake Taupō this weekend.10 Jan 01:46 AM
New ZealandDon't share chips with gulls this summer, urges DoCSharing a hot chip with a gull might feel kind, but you're not helping them, says DoC.21 Dec 04:03 AM
New ZealandWhen it comes to horses - happiness has a beatThe therapeutic nature of horses is proving to be an antidote for stress.19 Dec 03:08 AM
New ZealandBillion dollar solution needed for Taupō's beautiful but deadly highwayWhat's next for the accident hotspot on SH1 between Taupō and Tūrangi?30 Nov 02:46 AM
New ZealandOne person dead after Tūrangi crashA crash in Palmerston North between a car and a motorcycle has also left more injured.16 Nov 08:03 AM
KahuIwi collective has plans to take over management of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts'It was an opportunity for ngā iwi to put aside boundaries.'13 Nov 06:38 PM
New ZealandSH1 crash: One dead, multiple injured after car and truck collide, four helicopters sentOne person was trapped in a light truck and another in a car.02 Nov 10:08 PM
New ZealandKiwi return to Wairākei after extensive cyclone repairsThe first kiwi has set foot in Wairākei since Cyclone Gabrielle.02 Nov 12:14 AM
New ZealandInside an animal shelter on Guy Fawkes night: Music, volunteers and calming spraysWhat do animal shelters do on the loudest night of the year to help their furry residents?31 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandInjured climber rescued in twilight operationThe climber suffered a head injury at Taupō's Kawakawa Bay.25 Oct 10:14 PM
New ZealandDrivers warned SH1 to close for roadworksWork is set to start on November 13.25 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandGraffiato back with fresh street art for 2023New Zealand's longest-running street art festival returns to Taupō this long weekend.17 Oct 10:35 PM
New ZealandUpston sets her sights on fixing child povertyTaupō MP Louise Upston is comfortably winning her electorate for the sixth time.14 Oct 09:46 AM
New ZealandFire fighters set social media ablaze with hilarious videosTūrangi's firefighters have become TikTok stars.27 Sep 09:00 PM
New ZealandTokoroa ram raids leave business owners frustratedA Tokoroa service station owner had a rude awakening this morning thanks to ram raiders.21 Sep 11:29 PM
New ZealandOne dead after car crashes into stationary truckEmergency services were called to the scene at 11.13pm.21 Sep 07:31 PM
New ZealandEarly intervention could prevent up to 80 per cent of eye health problemsA Taupō woman is urging people to get their eyes checked.28 Aug 03:01 AM
New Zealand'Better than cocaine', say all-seasons lake dippersSwimmers love nothing better than a refreshing plunge in the coolest months.25 Aug 05:02 AM
New ZealandSupercars set to supercharge Central North Island tourismSupercars are coming to Taupō providing a big boost to the central North Island economy.21 Aug 12:37 AM
New ZealandRuapehu skifields enjoy steady start to the seasonSkiing set to return to the Central North Island after years of disruptions.11 Jul 03:10 AM
