Recent stories

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Dan Hutchinson 18/06/2026 Dan Hutchinson 18/06/2026

Small bike, big dreams

James Drought is proving that age is no barrier when it comes to chasing your dreams.

Dan Hutchinson 15/05/2026 Dan Hutchinson 15/05/2026

Charges laid over alleged hit-and-run

A 22-year-old man is before the courts following an alleged hit-and-run collision between a motorcycle and a person on a pedestrian crossing in Taupō.

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

Ticket giveaway for superbikes

Six national titles will be decided at the final round of the New Zealand Superbike Championship at Taupō this weekend.

Dan Hutchinson 19/02/2026 Dan Hutchinson 19/02/2026

Joint inquest into motocross deaths

The deaths of four young people in separate motocross accidents over a two-year span will be the focus of a joint Coronial inquest, placing the safety of the sport under scrutiny.

Dan Hutchinson 13/03/2025 Dan Hutchinson 13/03/2025

Weekend sport: Young rugby stars and superbikes

The Super Rugby U20 tournament kicks off in Taupō on Saturday.

Dan Hutchinson 27/02/2025 Dan Hutchinson 27/02/2025

Superbike Champ’s heads to Taupō

The power couple of Kiwi motorcycle racing look set to continue their winning ways in the final round of the New Zealand Superbike Championship in Taupō next month.