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Putting Ruapehu area food on the map
The Central Plateau will feature in Ben Bayly's A New Zealand Food Story this weekend as the show wraps up another season.
Public turnout high for JMA workshop
A draft Joint Management Agreement between the Taupō District Council and Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board has been the subject social media speculation. A TDC council workshop sought to clarify what the agreement means.
Winter break for the 42 Traverse
DOC are asking 4WD enthusiasts to help the 42 Traverse recover over the winter so it can be enjoyed four outdoor activities in the summer months.
Heavy rain and lake storage ease winter power pressure
Mercury says recent rain has reduced concerns of a repeat of last year's energy shortfall.
VinFast IRONMAN up for NZ event award
Last year's world championship IRONMAN in Taupō has been named as a finalist in the 2025 NZEA New Zealand Event Awards decided in September.
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.