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Briefing for prospective local body candidates
Local body candidate briefing should outline what can and can't be said during electioneering.
Dates Confirmed for Historic NZ Supercars Double Header
Taupō will host Supercars April 10-12, followed by Christchurch's inaugural round April 17-19, 2026, in the championship's first-ever New Zealand double header.
Online only system goes live for fishing licences
Fishing licences for the Taupō Trout Fishery will only be available online under a new licence system that goes live this week.
Election hopefuls begin canvassing support
A number of candidates intending to stand under the Let's Go, Taupō banner in October's local body elections have announced their intentions and philosophies
Arrest in Tūrangi homicide investigation
A 27-year-old man has been charged with breaching a protection order and more charges are being considered following a death in Tūrangi on Friday.
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.