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Alleged burglar caught in the act
Police say they have thwarted a burglar’s plans to rob Taupō power tool store last night.
Santa sends out an SOS
Taupō’s annual Santa Parade won’t be going ahead this year unless a new organiser can be found.
Rural medical students heading for Taupō
Taupō Hospital will become a long-term training site for University of Auckland medical students in 2027.
Fire closes highway at Broadlands.
Strong winds are fanning a fire on the outskirts of Taupō.
Hats on for Taupō restaurants.
Two Taupō restaurants have retained their two-hat status in the most recent Cuisine Good Food Awards and a further seven have made the coveted listings.
A coordinated effort
OPINION: The decision to designate sika deer in the Kaimanawa and Kaweka Forest Parks as the North Island’s first Herd of Special Interest (HOSI) reflects a practical approach to managing one of New Zealand’s valued game animals.
100km chase through Taupō District
Police are asking for the public’s help following the arrest of a gang member who allegedly fled Police then stole a vehicle in Taupō today.
Tributes flow for former Mayor David Trewavas
Long-serving Taupō Mayor David Trewavas has died
TDC ponders four merger options
After a brief round of consultations, Taupō District Council has decided which amalgamation options it will look into further.
Small talk is a big deal for some
A Taupō woman who was completely paralysed as a result of a brain tumour is nearing a full recovery two years on, having relearned to walk and talk.
Carol calls time on Kura
Carol Hunter has been manning the low desk at the end of the long and narrow Kura Gallery since 1998 but is now calling time on nearly three decades in the business.
Crash claims second life
A second person has died following a crash in on Te Heuheu Road in central Taupō on May 29.
Taming the Kaimanawa
As the morning fog cleared to reveal stunning views of rolling hills and geothermal steam rising skywards, Kelly Wilson and her trainers got to work.
Fatal crash in CBD
One person has died following a crash in central Taupō on Friday evening.
Building fire in Taupō
A fire in a building on Tauhara Rd close to the BP Station early this morning saw multiple fire appliances respond.
Something for everyone at new market
The Garden Exchange and Community Secondhand & Car Boot Marketplace held its first event on Saturday, at the Timebank Community Gardens. The event has a vision of “creating a regular community space that encourages reuse, sharing, and practical sustainability” says event organiser Julian Bishop. Photos by Dan Hutchinson
Labour chooses heavy hitter as Taupō candidate
The Labour Party has selected an experienced campaigner to contest the Taupō Electorate in this year’s general election.
Supercars, skates and garden exchanges
Welcome to the Events Guide for the Taupō District.
Engines rumbling for green machine
Greening Taupō’s 2026 planting season is in the starting blocks and ready for the green light this weekend.
Dressed for success
The Taupō Association Football Club has been given $10,000 for new uniforms.
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