Recent stories
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A moment of ‘Lunar Magic’
Local photographer Dave Gallacher took more than a passing interest in the recent Blood Moon.
Chateau conversation continues as public storm builds
Ruapehu's mayor has delivered a plea to politicians to save the famous Chateau Tongariro.
Commercial Vehicle Safety Centre update
The new Commercial Vehicle Safety Centre alongside the State Highway 1 and State Highway 5 roundabout at Taupō is well advanced.
Woolworths opens to much fanfare
It’s now down to the business of shopping after hundreds gathered for the opening of Taupō’s new Woolworths on Thursday last week, nearly 64 years after the original Woolworths Taupō store opened.
Waitahanui, pretty as a picture
Taupō turned on another stunning Monday; perfect for our walk along a section of lake shore and the Waitahanui River.
Candidates front up to the public
More than 300 residents were treated to some clangers and further evidence that a couple of candidates need to do more homework at the second major meet the mayoral hopefuls and Taupō Ward candidates on Monday night at the Great Lake Centre.
A rugby weekend not to be missed
It’s a big rugby weekend for Taupō with hundreds of younger players in town for the annual Heartland Under 16’s Carnival and the King Country Rams playing their only Taupō game of the Bunnings Heartland Rugby Championship.
Community fund opens
Non-profit organisations are being invited to consider the Mercury community fund. The fund, open from September 15 to October 15, is seeking applications from eligible individuals, charitable or non-profit organisations.
Te Hapori Ora – The Village of Wellbeing
supporting the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge as a volunteer group has become something meaningful for Te Hapori Ora, says Brendon (Hākuwai) Eriksen-Downs, chief executive of Te Hapori Ora - The Village of Wellbeing.
Creative Taupō launches rebrand
One of Taupō District Council’s major strategic partnership initiatives which was awarded funding earlier this year is set to go public with its aim of supporting and growing the arts sector in the district.
A rapid ascent to the finals
Tongariro River Rafting is a finalist in two categories of the 2025 New Zealand Tourism Awards.
Taupō artworks go public
Four Taupō artworks have been added to the National Register of 20th Century Public Art.
Key Person Insurance
In business, people are often the most valuable asset.
Starlight prepares to shine again
Taupō’s new cinema is taking shape and could be ready in as little as three months.
Site chosen for ‘supercritical’ geothermal exploration
A site at Rotokawa, north of Taupō has been chosen for the country’s first supercritical geothermal exploration well.
Taupō’s big day of music
The Taupō School of Music’s Big Music Day is back again - this time with a naval twist.
Interest rates down, listings up
The number of house listings has risen and the real estate sector is expecting more activity as buyers feel more confident amid falling interest rates.
Foodie Heaven right here in Taupō
Embra owner and chef Phill Blackburne creates another dish as part of the degustation tour in 2024.
Packaging insurance
As there are many facets to insurance it’s easy to get bewildered about what you need and don’t need and what’s even available out there. That’s where your licensed insurance adviser is qualified to provide the cut through you need.
Everyone is invited
Taupō Museum latest exhibition Inclusive opens on Saturday, September 6.
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