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Living life on the fringe
Mandy is a master stylist with 50 years in the hairdressing industry and is preparing to shave her head this Friday to raise money for a childhood friend battling breast cancer.
Popular radio host Andrew Leiataua dies
Well-known More FM Taupō breakfast host Andrew Leiataua has died.
‘We're pulling out all the tools': Tongariro recovery effort continues after massive fires
More than 250 hectares of weed control has been carried out and 91 deer removed from Tongariro National Park since fires destroyed thousands of hectares of alpine ecosystems late last year.
Traps targeted by vandals
Vandals are targeting and destroying ferret traps in Tongariro Forest, putting vulnerable kiwi at risk.
Vietnam veterans gather in Taupō
A parade of former soldiers, currently serving soldiers and their families marched through the streets of Taupō on Sunday.
Santa Claus is coming to town afterall
The Taupō Santa Parade is back on thanks to the support of several local businesses.
Council mergers delayed
A government climbdown on forced council mergers has been blasted by councillors up and down the country.
Tree-mendous use of a chopper
A Taupō company has used a helicopter to trim trees near live high-voltage powerlines in what it says is a first for New Zealand and milestone for lines companies.
Riding to the top of the world
Taupo's Micah Wallace has picked up three gold medals and a silver at the AIMS Games — and that's on top of holding a world title in BMX.
Full road closure only option
Next month’s four-day, full road closure of State Highway 1 between Taupō and Tūrangi for bridge strengthening work on Waiotaka No.2 Bridge is “a bit of a bugger” says Taupō Mayor John Funnell but NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has little option.
Landfill renewal at odds with iwi
Taupō District Council has lodged a consent to continue the landfill for 30 more years.
40 years of Taiopenga
As Taiopenga, the Ngāti Tūwharetoa Schools Kapa Haka Festival, commemorated its 40th anniversary during Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2026, Local Democracy Reporting spoke with Te Ururoa Flavell, one of its original organisers.
BOP pest report reveals wins and losses
Wallabies have been eradicated in one forest and a lake restored – but catfish, crabs and some pest plants are spreading in the Bay of Plenty, a new report shows.
Anglers warned after whio death
An injured and malnourished whio/blue duck has been euthanised after being discovered with a fishing hook in its foot and line wrapped around its wings.
A shot at the title
Boxer Kyle Merewether is set to fight for the New Zealand Cruiserweight Title against current champion John Parker.
Green Party joins the race
Taupō News has been profiling each of the Taupō Electorate candidates. Just when we thought we had covered everyone, Green Party candidate Celine Kearney put her hand up last week.
Noah’s legacy lives on
Taupō’s Noah Hall passed away last month at the age of just eight, but his family are continuing a campaign this year to try and make a difference for other kids.
Major delays for Taupō-Tūrangi
State Highway 1 between Taupō and Tūrangi will be closed from October 1-6 for repairs to Waitoaka No.2 Bridge.
More recycling options
A new $4.7 million waste recovery facility at Taupō Landfill is being built to divert thousands of tonnes of building materials and other recyclables out of the landfill.
50 homes for Waiouru base
A new land and housing deal between the New Zealand Defence Force and central North Island iwi Ngāti Rangi will see 50 homes built for military families at Waiouru.
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