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New Supercars dates give Taupō a reason to rally together
Destination Great Lake Taupō is welcoming confirmation of new dates for the Supercars 2027 event - May 14-16 next year.
Craters of the Moon Trust launches community grants programme
The Craters of the Moon Trust is offering grant funding to organisations with ideas that will make a positive difference in the Taupō District.
Where to vote in Taupō District
There are plenty of places to vote on election day in the district and four or five in the lead up, says Taupō electoral manager Vicki Reardon - so have your say.
Boxer Connor Campbell takes top individual honours at Lake Taupō District Sports Awards
Presentations for the Lake Taupō District Sports Awards were made at a glamorous presentation evening at Wairakei Resort on Friday night (October 30).
All-new Kiwi-built Roadcraft motorhome rolls into Taupō
TrailLite's newly unveiled Roadcraft motorhome is on show in Taupō this weekend.
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.
Win Bruno Mars Concert Tickets!
Taupō Family Playcentre is raffling off an exciting prize – two tickets to see Bruno Mars live in Auckland as part of his The Romantic Tour on Tuesday 16 March 2027!
Tūrangi Community Foodbank Drive 2026
The Tūrangi Community Foodbank Drive 2026 is almost here, and we’re calling on the community to help fill the shelves of the Tūrangi Foodbank. On Thursday 19th November listen out for the sirens after 5:30pm.
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.
Is your child’s car seat fitted correctly?
Is your child’s car seat fitted correctly? The good news is you don't have to figure it out alone. On the 13th November our road safety team is teaming up with Safe ‘n Snug, Waikato Regional Council and Bay of Plenty & Taupo Police to offer free professional car seat safety checks and installations.