CBD light feature still on despite cost over-run
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Sky's the limit for 91-year-old's flying memoir
Jim Shaw's career took him all over the world. Now, he's written a book about his life.
Rowing club youth get boost with learn-to-row session
The Taupō Rowing Club is inviting those aged 13-17 to see if rowing is for them.
Walking through the splendour of Huka Falls
Taupō's walking groups explore the district. Here's their latest adventures.
Recipe: Spiced bourbon, orange and stout cocktail
Welcome spring with this spiced cocktail, featuring bourbon and stout for a winning combo.
New public housing to ease huge demand in Tūrangi
Seven new homes are set to be built to meet public housing need in Tūrangi.
Focus on fun and wellbeing behind dancers' success
A group of dancers from Tauhara College is gearing up for the national stage.
Sky Waka’s no-refund policy leaves Ruapehu visitors hanging
Opened in 2019, the Sky Waka is a 1.8 km cable car in the Tongariro National Park.
Out with the old supermarket, in with the new
Countdown in Taupō to close on October 1 so a new Woolworths can be built.
New $340k fire pump truck likely written off in crash
It crashed and rolled on Thursday around 10am.
From chainsaw sculptures to sunsets: Now Merv's moving on
Caregiver, confidante and cameraman Merv Richdale is moving on.
Winning formula for learning about money
Taupō Budget House has found a fun new way to teach young people about money.
Thousands in donations handed out by Lions Club
One of Taupō's Lions organisations has made two significant donations recently.
Taupō readers have their say in the Thumbs Up - Thumbs Down
Taupō's residents weigh in on the good and bad from the week.
Chocolate box views for Taupō's walkers
Taupō's walking groups report on their winter sun tramps this week.
Bliss balls without the bother
These no-bake, six-ingredient bliss bars are perfect for low-fuss snacking.
Applying the heat on reserve burnouts
Drivers churning up reserves are warned to stick to the road.
Top dog has a quarry for an office
Terry is the assistant quarry manager at Atiamuri Sand and Pumice in the Waikato.
'Bittersweet' birthday for ski fields: Parties, ploughs and discount passes
There are bumper birthday celebrations at a couple of ski fields this week.
Tangled web of privilege and power plays out on screen
REVIEW: Christian leaders trap a pool boy in an affair in this incredible but true story.
Taupō club and sports results
Cold mornings weren't enough to stop Taupō and Tūrangi's sports teams this week.
Arrests made following alleged attempted robbery in Taupō
Police have arrested four men, four weeks after an alleged aggravated robbery in Taupō.
Early intervention could prevent up to 80 per cent of eye health problems
A Taupō woman is urging people to get their eyes checked.
Sublime With Rome announce 7 huge New Zealand shows
If you weren't already counting down to summer, you will be now.
'Better than cocaine', say all-seasons lake dippers
Swimmers love nothing better than a refreshing plunge in the coolest months.
A creamy curry without the bad stuff
Olivia Moore conjures up a silky, creamy, healthy curry option.
Local Focus: Inspirational teacher and para-athlete takes on the Taupō Cycle Challenge
'Don’t let them tell you you can’t. Show them you can.'
Pig carcasses and dirty bus stops rile readers
Taupō readers give their vote in the thumbs up and thumbs down section.
Asteroid City: Star studded and 'enjoyably shallow'
A star studded cast provides welcome relief from the deep and meaningful.
Love of horses sees horse race named in honour of Julia Wilding
Taupō Racing Club will name a race at Ladies Day after the late Julia Wilding.
Horse racing: Prowess out of trial, Legarto could target A$10m race
Two of New Zealand’s superstar racemares face radical changes to their spring plans.
Supercars set to supercharge Central North Island tourism
Supercars are coming to Taupō providing a big boost to the central North Island economy.
New Zealand's new Supercars leg revealed
Supercars has a new home in New Zealand with Taupō to host a round next year.