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Boom Boom makes a solid landing
Love it or hate it, Boom Boom has kickstarted the Taupō Sculpture Trust's sculpture trail
Taupō District Council to truck out contaminated concrete
The Taupō District Council has been left with a hefty bill from asbestos contaminated concrete rubble.
Bestselling Author Dr. Monty Soutar to Share "Miraculous Journey" Behind Kāwai Trilogy in Tūrangi Tonight
Award-winning historian and author Dr. Monty Soutar will speak about the remarkable story behind his bestselling Kāwai trilogy at Tongariro Junction Accommodation tonight, as he works on completing the final volume.
A year of renewed purpose for volunteer organisers
Volunteer Great Lake Taupō has gone from strength to strength says manager Julian Bishop.
Road safety week in Taupō
Large ribbons representing lives lost due to traffic accidents will again bring home the 'drive safely' message in Taupō during Road Safety Week.
Speed reversals see limits between Taupō and Tūrangi going back up
The NZTA survey results are in and the speed limits between Taupō and Tūrangi are heading back up. Most highways around Taupō and surrounding districts will return to higher speeds after public feedback, but some key sections will remain slower. Find out which roads are affected.
Traffic Cones to Remain as Taupō Weigh Station Asphalt Cures
Motorists will notice traffic management continuing on state highways around Taupō as new asphalt needs 30 days to cure before weigh-in-motion technology can be installed.
SH1 Between Ātiamuri and Wairakei Reopening This Afternoon
Motorists will be able to use SH1 between Ātiamuri and Wairakei from this afternoon, with temporary traffic management and reduced speed limits in place.
Further speed consultation for SH1 Tūrangi
Residents of Tūrangi have until mid-May to make the case for the SH1 speed limit through the town to remain at 60km/h and not revert to 80km/h.
House concert to raise money for talented youth musicians
A house concert featuring talented young musicians will raise money for other up and coming instrumentalists.
Police Recruitment Drive Coming to Taupō May 28
NZ Police are hosting an information evening for potential recruits at the Great Lake Centre on May 28th.
Mamma Mia on in May
It's been all go from the word go for Taupō-nui-a-Tia College's production of Mamma Mia.
Taupō District Council Launches Water Services Consultation with Three Options
Taupō District Council is asking residents to consider three options for future water services delivery, with council preferring to keep services in-house despite government pressure toward regional models.
Taupō Mayor Defends 8.4% Rate Rise
Taupō District Council has proposed an 8.4% average rates increase for 2025/26, slightly above the forecast figure, as councillors make tough decisions on service delivery.
Taupō District Water Restrictions Lifted as Autumn Arrives
Water restrictions across Taupō and surrounding areas have been lifted following reduced demand.