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Light Hub returns to high beam
The much-loved Dropzone Light Hub will once again illuminate the heart of the Malcolm Flowers Insurances Taupō Winter Festival, celebrating its 11th year as one of the festival's signature attractions.
The Funeral Financials
An organisation called Death Without Debt (DWD) is holding a workshop in Taupō to show people how to arrange a funeral themselves at a fraction of the usual cost.
The Hobby Expo is on from July 11-12 at the Taupo Event Centre.
An Exhibition of crafts and models by various clubs, both local and from around the North Island.
Fisherman’s favourite spot
A new chapter has begun for one of Tūrangi's most popular hospitality venues with Angler's Table now open in the former Creel Café.
The big bang of 1996
When Ruapehu erupted on September 23, 1995, Korty Wilson wasn't afraid.
Global Games a national success
A youth sports festival hosted in Taupō has been recognised alongside some of New Zealand's most prestigious sporting events.
Best of the best
Whakaipo Lodge has achieved a major international milestone by being ranked 5th in New Zealand in the prestigious TripAdvisor Best of the Best Awards for 2026.
Housing project wins praise
An affordable housing partnership between Taupō District Council, Penny Homes, Classic Builders and Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust has been recognised with a national award.
Insights with Infinance by Brian Coogan
First quarter, March 2026 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) results announced on June 18 by Statistics NZ show strong results.
Events Guide - July
July 3: Join us for a delightful Midday Concert celebrating the joy of choral music, featuring two vibrant Taupō choirs.
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.
Minister wades in to help
Taupō District’s trout bag limits will increase for the new fishing season.
Punching through to the big time
Taupō’s teenage boxing sensation Connor Campbell has been selected to represent New Zealand at the Commonwealth Games next month.
Small bike, big dreams
James Drought is proving that age is no barrier when it comes to chasing your dreams.
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.
A blast from the past
Two events are being held to mark the 30th anniversary of the 1995-96 Ruapehu eruptions.
Smooth finish to apprenticeship
A 20-year-old Taupō plasterer has taken out the Apprentice of the Year title at the Resene Construction Systems – Rockcote & Plaster Systems National Gala Awards in Christchurch last month.
Crash claims second life
A second person has died following a crash in on Te Heuheu Road in central Taupō on May 29.
Getting cash back on the mortgage
We get clients asking about bank cashback offers spurred along by social media posts stating you can get $30k cashback if you switch your mortgage.
A honey of a deal
It’s a sweet deal if you’ve got the money.
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