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Former Hospice manager sentenced to 16 months prison
A sentence of imprisonment rather than home detention has been handed down to the former manager who stole over $60,000 from Lake Taupō Hospice Trust.
Armoured combat: fun for not just the Middle Aged
Fancy trying armoured combat close to how it was in the Middle Ages?
Under 18 rugby boys on development pathway
The 21 young rugby players heading to Mount Maunganui today (July 3) for a development camp includes a strong contingent of boys from Taupō college and local club teams.
Miraka celebrates record number of winning farms
Dairy processor Miraka has celebrated 17 supplier farms achieving full points in Te Ara Miraka its farming excellence programme.
Briefing for prospective local body candidates
Local body candidate briefing should outline what can and can't be said during electioneering.
Traffic patrols to include roads with raised limits
New raised speed limits no excuse to speed over the limit, say Police.
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.
Street Smart young driver programme is 'hands-on'
Driver training that helps young people become more responsible behind the wheel.
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.