Recent stories
We are pleased to bring you the latest from around the Taupō & Tūrangi communities. Reporting local, supporting local.
If you have news to share contact news@tauponews.co.nz
New Waikato medical school
A new medical school will be established at the University of Waikato as part of the Government’s plan to build a stronger health workforce, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Universities Minister Dr Shane Reti say.
Half of GP’s trained overseas
Dr Muhammad Awais, who is originally from Pakistan, and Dr Marjolein Peters from the Netherlands have recently moved to Taupō to take up their new roles.
Hospital shut down plan drawn up but not used
Contingency measures drawn up by concerned Taupō Hospital clinicians include plans to move patients to Rotorua Hospital if staff shortages forced Taupō's clinic to close.
More power to the people
A lines company is bringing a ray of sunshine to its staff and customers through an innovative solar panel project.
TV is the best medicine
Taupō Hospital patients are tuning into the outside world thanks to the donation of 16 new televisions.
Medals, mana and momentum
A group of determined individuals from Tūwharetoa has returned from the Great Wall of China with medals, life-changing memories, and a renewed sense of what’s possible through teamwork, preparation, and community support.
Budget beating op-shop
They were lining up at the door for the opening of Lake Taupō Hospice’s second Taupō store on Tuesday this week.
Better care on the way
Taupō, Tūrangi and Mangakino are in line for better access to emergency and after-hours medical care, says Taupō MP Louise Upston.
Emergency doctor shares insights
The clinical lead at Taupō Hospital is heading home to the US but has provided an insight into the issues facing the medical sector in New Zealand.
Hospice - there when you need it most
A letter from Hospice to the Taupō community.
Taupō Hospital to train rural doctors
Taupō Hospital will be used to train rural doctors, which could help mitigate a chronic staffing shortage.
‘Mirror perfect’ Lake Okataina
This Rāhina we walked a medley of short, easy trails in the Lake Ōkataina Scenic Reserve.
Taupō Hospital in crisis
After hours care at risk from staff shortage. There is concern at the dire level of vacancies among full-time permanent senior doctor positions at Taupō Hospital, where gaps remain in the roster for the coming two months.
Helping people live well
A desire to support people in their daily lives has prompted two Taupō women to set up a service for elderly clients who are living independently but may benefit from regular check-ins.
Fighting back against Parkinson’s
Those living with Parkinson’s in Taupō are beating the odds – quite literally – thanks to an innovative exercise and social club.
A rare challenge
The big smile on Tama Trueman’s face is possibly the best way to sum up triumph over adversity.
A helping hand when it’s needed
The One Taupō Trust, formed in 2015, helps families who need to travel to access specialist medical treatment.
Busy start for rescue chopper
It’s been a busy start to the year for the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter.
Coffin Club looking for new members
“In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”
Adrienne Nairn, serial fundraiser
Taupō’s Adrienne Nairn could charitably be described as a serial fundraiser.
- Taupo
- Sport
- Community
- Events
- Turangi
- Business
- Health
- Taupo District Council
- Travel
- Lake Taupo
- Police
- Music
- Environmental
- Walks
- Art
- Tourism
- Emergency Services
- Motorsport
- School
- Waikato River
- Taupo Motorsport Park
- Greenlea Rescue
- Tuwharetoa
- Farming
- Fire and Emergency
- Supercars
- Accidents
- Concerts
- Charity
- Department of Conservation
- Winter
- Dogs
- Kinloch
- Monday Walkers
- Fishing
- Skiing
- Search and Rescue
- St John Ambulance
- Transport
- Conservation
- Roads
- Education
- Motoring
- Business Awards
- Running
- Cycling
- Money
- Housing
- Pets
- Whakapapa
- Mountain biking
- Clubs
- Finance
- Weather
- Mt Ruapehu
- Mangakino
- Real Estate
- Museum
- Anzac Day
- Sculpture Trail
- Geothermal
- Greening Taupo
- Ironman
- Turoa
- Summer Concert
- Floods
- Tongariro National Park
- Animals
- Building
- Tongariro River
- Rural
- Awards
- Reporoa
- Court
- Swimming
- Boxing
- Triathlon
- Omori
- Kurutau
- Walking
- Council
- Electricity
- Movies
- Adventure
- Taupo Airport
- Hospice
- Great Lake Centre
- Fly Fishing
- Economy
- Property
- Horses
- Winter Festival
- Exercise
- Multisport
- Entertainment
- Roading
- Taupo Hospital
- Wairakei
- Rescue
- Airline