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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.
The coolest town in NZ
The shortest days of the year have arrived and Taupō is officially on ice.
Winter is here, snow on the way
Winter is arriving on cue with snow forecast for next week and skifields opening for business.
Chill out at Winter Festival
The 2025 Malcom Flowers Insurances Taupō Winter Festival (27 June – July 13) is now open for bookings and event director Nicola de Lautour says some ticketed shows are almost already half subscribed while uptake on others is beginning to build.
How to drive safely in winter
Taupō Motorsport Park’s Winter Driving Experience instructor Andrew Waite has all the tips when it comes to winter driving.
The coolest festival in town
This year the Malcolm Flowers Insurances Taupō Winter Festival celebrates 10 years and the programme, released yesterday, once again presents a mix of community and ticketed events.
Ski field boss hopes for snowball effect
Whakapapa Holdings Ltd has plans to “regrow” the popularity of snow sports after finally obtaining a concession to operate the ski field on Mt Ruapehu.
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