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Lower rates and better services ‘a bit unrealistic’, economist says
Ratepayers need to choose between lower rates or getting infrastructure and services, a leading economist says.
All-new Kiwi-built Roadcraft motorhome rolls into Taupō
TrailLite's newly unveiled Roadcraft motorhome is on show in Taupō this weekend.
Trolley Derby 2026 with Della-May Vining
Della-May Vining from Taupō Blue Light on the Trolley Derby. The kitset carts have sold out, 13 business teams have entered, and kids can chase a voucher-covered Sergeant Weston in Cash the Cop. Bring your own cart to register.
Life Changing! Cam Calkoen Previews His Taupō Talk This Tuesday
Cam Calkoen previews his Taupō talk, Life Changing! He chats with Jesse about cerebral palsy, dreaming big and saying yes to skydiving, bungy and big mountains. Tuesday 3 Nov, 7 to 9am, Great Lake Centre. Tickets via Taupō Business Chamber.
Brass academy students on show
The Taupō Brass Academy will be celebrating the achievements of its academy band this Sunday, November 1 with a 3pm koha concert.
Meads Cup Champions! Chainsaw and Foxy on King Country’s Historic Win
King Country are Meads Cup champions! Chainsaw and Foxy relive Saturday’s final in Ashburton with Jesse. Down 14-5 at halftime, the boys hit back with 19 unanswered points to end a 20-year wait. Tears, beers, the Meads family and a look ahead to the Heartland XV.
A Slow Learner at 92: Jack Giddey Heads to England
Taupō bowler Jack Giddey is 92 and off to the World Indoor Bowls Championships in England. He talks about his partnership with Dave Jones, the emotional final that got them there, and why he reckons the will to win counts for more than ability.
Logan Patterson on 25 Games for King Country
King Country Rams centre Logan Patterson joins The Good Sports after reaching 25 games for the province. He talks about earning his blazer, his journey back from injury, the Rams’ strong season, scoring in six straight games, and what makes the current team and coaching group special.
World Champion Tom King on the Deadly Dozen
Taupō builder Tom King has been crowned a Deadly Dozen world champion. He joins The Good Sports to explain the gruelling hybrid event, his 10-11 hour training weeks, teaming up with Sally Harrison, and what’s next as he takes on more Deadly Dozen and HYROX events.
Community Bike Shed – This Friday!
Community Bike Shed – This Friday! Give your bike a little love at the Community Bike Shed! Whether your bike needs a repair or you'd like to learn how to fix it yourself, friendly volunteers are on hand to help.
Get Ready for a Day of Karting Fun!
Blue Light Taupō is bringing the action to Spa Park this Saturday, 7 November, for a day of karting excitement!
Waipahihi Community Marketplace
A hall full of secondhand treasures, local stalls and familiar faces – sounds like a great way to spend a Saturday morning! The Community Marketplace is back at Waipahihi Community Hall on Saturday 14 November, with stalls both inside and outside.
Tauhara College Senior Academic Prizegiving 2026
Tauhara College Senior Academic Prizegiving Wednesday 4th November 2026