Recent stories

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Dan Hutchinson 16/07/2026 Dan Hutchinson 16/07/2026

Taupō's gardening power couple

There are not many couples who can say their shared passion drives two businesses and a lifestyle block, but for Blair and Tina Robertson, gardening is less a hobby and more a way of life.

Dan Hutchinson 03/07/2026 Dan Hutchinson 03/07/2026

Taupō’s garden guru

There are not many places where you can grow potatoes in wool, learn to bottle your own preserves, and shovel manure — all before lunch.

Dan Hutchinson 12/03/2026 Dan Hutchinson 12/03/2026

Growing a strong community

Taupō Community Gardens is having a growth spurt as more residents turn to cultivating their own produce to help bridge the gap in the grocery budget.

Dan Hutchinson 22/10/2025 Dan Hutchinson 22/10/2025

Garden Ramble comes to southern lake

Tūrangi Garden club is hosting its biennial garden ramble on Sunday, November 9 when 10 gardens will be on show in Tūrangi, Motuoapa and Oruatua on the eastern and southern shores of Lake Taupō.