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Hate skiing? Try these snow-free winter adventures in NZ instead
If you need a break from the slopes or don’t fancy a ski, there’s still a lot to do this.
Cold showers, decontamination for workers at scene of truck crash
'The clean-up was thorough and there is no ongoing risk.'
Delays on SH1 near Taupō after slip
NZTA says SH1 between Taupō and Tūrangi is under stop/go traffic management.
Matariki events and sports – here's what's on in Waikato
What events are on in Waikato?
Dr Lesley Rameka honoured for 30-year service to Māori
“They were sharing a real taonga with us, and it was important that their words be heard."
Whakapapa 'geared up' ahead of new season
More than 1600 people applied for jobs for the winter season.
Taupō businessman to face trial on rape, bribery charges
The man is one of three accused of trying to bribe the complainant.
‘It’s all backwards’: Father admitted to bar thanks to his daughter
"It was a very proud moment to say the least."
'Coldest nights': NZ braces for another bone-chilling night as cold snap continues
MetService has issued road snowfall warnings for Porters Pass and the Crown Range Rd.
'Big push now': Trainer's plea to save wild Kaimanawa horses
Bex Tasker says there’s more urgent work to be done to help the heritage horse breed.
New running event to see Taupō sweating this weekend
The route follows Taupō’s Great Lake Pathway from wo Mile Bay Sailing Club to Te Ātea.
New hut in works as Tongariro Great Walk delays opening
Walkers face a 20km trek between Mangatepopo and Waihohonu huts.
Hundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South Island
Meanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north.
'State of disbelief': Man in court accused of murdering Tokoroa father
Rapana Heretini, a father of two, died on May 29 at Waikato Hospital.
'Absolutely unacceptable': Police condemn speeding drivers on highway
Napier-Taupō highway traffic was constant in the first weekend of new 100km/h speed limit.
Top-tier: Peter Carty honoured for services to flyfishing
'When the world seems to be against you, flyfishing can bring you back to reality.'
Victim of SH5 crash between Napier and Taupō dies in hospital
Police are continuing to make inquiries into the crash between a car and truck.
Home-schooled athletes denied medals to cycle 800km seeking rule change
School Sport NZ says its events are reserved for students enrolled fulltime in a school.
Former cop's dying regret over 50yo Mona Blades mystery
Mona Blades disappeared while hitch-hiking from Hamilton to Hastings on May 31, 1975.
NZ's best-tasting tap water revealed
Professionals assess the water for colour, clarity, odour and taste.
Taupō's 'accidental art hero' on adventures around town - and further afield
Parts of the Taupō community seem to be starting to embrace Boom Boom the dinosaur.
Road re-opens: One critical in Napier-Taupō road crash
Napier-Taupō road re-opens after serious crash.
Region's top school rockers crowned
Pocket Watchers won the Rotorua Smokefree Rockquest final.
Do not pass Go: Farmer, 75, must report to jail after losing appeal
Warren Koberstein was convicted of severe animal cruelty offences.
Supercars locked in at Taupō, set for South Island debut
Ruapuna will undergo upgrades, including track resurfacing and new facilities.
$6.4m construction material recycling plant to be built in Waikato
The plant is expected to process 187,200 tonnes of waste annually.