Recent Stories
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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.
All aboard the walking bus
Students arrive at school to a warm welcome after taking part in the Wednesday Challenge.
Nova’s a superstar
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.
Anzac artists add the colour
The Taupō RSA has been running a colouring-in competition over the month of April, as part of the RNZRSA Poppy Appeal.
New business is on a roll
A new roller-skating rink has opened in Taupō, complete with disco balls and fog machines.
Theatre build’s exciting conclusion
Drama, action and a little bit of romantic comedy sums up the sequel to Taupō’s Starlight Cinema.
Kids on the frontline of clam fight
There’s an environmental disaster looming and people are being encouraged to grab their phones and start filming.
Taupō girls crack the ballet big time
Two young Taupō dancers got the opportunity to perform with the Royal New Zealand Ballet in a “kiwiana” version of The Nutcracker recently.
A deal to be done for fun
The land and buildings underpinning a landmark Taupō entertainment centre have been put on the market for sale.
Hold on to your seats, the juniors are coming
Thousands of budding young footy stars from across the country are arriving in Taupō this weekend for the New Zealand Junior Rugby Festival at Owen Delany Park from September 18-21.
Orienteering’s Big Day Out
About 450 primary and intermediate school students from ten schools in the Taupō and surrounding districts took part in an Orienteering Big Day Out at Owen Delany Park on June 25.
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