Recent stories
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Community spirit alive and well
Amanda Garmonsway has quite a few skeletons in the closet but that’s only part of the story.
The future of Taupō District
Five weeks ago, local government reform was a slow-moving Central Government project.
Taupō ‘cat’ claims top ‘chops’
Former Taupō student Louisa Williamson has won Best Jazz Artist at the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards.
Kinloch Kindy takes first step
A generous gift from a developer and an innovative use of development contributions by the Taupō District Council means a new kindergarten for Kinloch is almost a reality.
Youth health clinic expands
Anamata Cafe, a confidential health service for youth across the Taupō District, has expanded its offerings because of rising demand.
Cowabunga dude! Toys return
Taupō has its own Toy Story thanks to Sam Westlake.
Winter is coming!
Get in quick to book your place at one of the many events that make up the Malcolm Flowers Insurances Winter Festival.
Slow motion fashion
If you’re struggling to work out what to wear to work each day, spare a thought for Julian Bishop
Still spinning the wheels
They may be getting long in the tooth, but the cogs keep turning smoothly for a couple of keen cyclists, awarded inaugural life memberships to the Taupō Cycling Club (road cycling).
Events guide - June 4
Greening Taupō Day returns on Thursday.
A place to pray for travelling Muslims
A small four-bedroom house on the corner of Kaimanawa St and Tamamutu St has been the headquarters of the Taupō Islamic Centre since 2015.
An uphill battle
Paul Riedel is taking on one of the most challenging bike packing races in the world over the next 10 days.
Taking the aerial route
The Spa Park Jumps track will host the annual Spa Jam this weekend with more than 180 BMX riders expected to take to the air.
All Knitters invited to the Operation CoverUp
All Knitters invited to the Operation CoverUp - Blankets Without Borders Annual Thank You Morning Tea
High School Musical treads Tauhara’s boards
The much-loved story of High School Musical will be top billing at Tauhara College in early June.
Better than winning Lotto
A 16-year-dream became reality when Te Kapa o Te Rangiita ki Ōruanui hapū, a sub-tribe of Ngāti Tūwharetoa, reopened its marae north of Taupō recently, after being closed for two years.
Boom Boom and friends
Boom Boom – the dinosaur sculpture by Gregor Kregar – whose installation in Riverside Park blew up into widespread media coverage has celebrated its first birthday.
All aboard the walking bus
Students arrive at school to a warm welcome after taking part in the Wednesday Challenge.
A celebration of Mary’s life
LETTER: A message from Glynn Pointon, husband of Mary Pointon, of 63 years.
Get airborne on your bike
Spa Jam takes place at Spa Park BMX track on May 30-31. It is open to all ages with action happening from midday on both days. It is $15 to ride. There are cash prizes and all proceeds go back into improving the park.
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