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Through thick and thin
Volunteer rescuer Anton Romirer has spent more than two decades helping people through some of the country’s toughest conditions, notably with the same 1994 Toyota Hilux for every callout.
Severe weather on the way
Taupō people are being advised to prepare for gale force winds and heavy rain from early Sunday morning as Cyclone Vaianu looks set to pass through the Central North Island.
Thunderstom warning for Taupō
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Taupō.
Tauranga-Taupō River flood update
The Tauranga-Taupō River is beginning to recede after last night’s heavy rain prompted preparations for an evacuation.
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