When Taupō Mayor John Funnell got the top job last year, he had no idea he would at some point be given three months to convince Wellington how and if his council should still exist.

Three-year-old Nova Groosman is getting her moment in the spotlight as the community rallies to help the family deal with her rare genetic skin condition. 

A Taupō-based fertiliser company has developed an innovative slow-release product that reduces nitrogen use but is stuck in legislative limbo when it comes to crucial claims about its ability to reduce on-farm greenhouse gas emissions.

Taupō’s biggest retail store Mitre 10 Mega is getting even bigger with a major expansion about to get underway. 

So, you’re near to or retired, own your home, maybe an investment property, looking to release some funds for any amount of activities or projects. 

Taupō locals are being invited to gather with friends, family and colleagues this May to host or attend a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. 

The May Midday Concert Series presents Paul Saker-Norrish, a Wellington-based singer/songwriter/guitarist who is passionate about the power of song.   

This year’s Alpine Vintage & Classic Auto Show will take place on May 31 (King's Birthday weekend) at National Park School in Waimarino. 

More young women are feeling the call of the wild and this has been reflected in the results of this year’s annual Pureora Hunting Competition. 

Construction is underway on what will be New Zealand’s largest solar farm at Rangitaiki, east of Taupō.

The 2026 New Zealand Three-day Event returns to Taupō on May 14-17, following last year’s event in the South Island.

Basketballer Blaine Fitzgerald is on the up – and not just because he’s six foot six (198cm).