Police Seek Public Help to Locate Missing Man Following Crash Near Taupō
Police are searching for Joseph Grattan, 24, following a crash on Tihoi Road/SH32 last Wednesday, with concerns he may be injured.
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SH1 Desert Road is open!
SH1 Desert Road reopens following an ambitious eight-week project described as "New Zealand's largest and most ambitious maintenance project yet," while Ohakune businesses reflect on unexpected boom from detour traffic.
NZTA Scraps Full Closure Plan for SH1 Between Taupō and Tūrangi
Following public feedback, NZTA has abandoned plans to fully close State Highway 1 between Taupō and Tūrangi during maintenance work.
Deadline looms for submissions on Taupō to Tūrangi speed limits
Those wanting to comment on speed limit changes between Taupō and Tūrangi need to get their submisisons in by the end of Thursday, March 13.
Taupō District Water Restrictions Lifted as Autumn Arrives
Water restrictions across Taupō and surrounding areas have been lifted following reduced demand.
Emergency Services Day Showcases Taupō's First Responders
Taupō's annual Emergency Services Day attracted strong attendance on Sunday, with expanded displays and perfect weather conditions.
Taupō District Councillor Resigns Following Fourth Drink Driving Charge
Anna Park has stepped down from Taupō District Council after pleading guilty to driving with a breath alcohol reading more than double the legal limit.
Desert Road will reopen Friday
The Desert Road section of SH1 will reopen on Friday, March 14th at 1pm following intensive repair work.
Emergency Services Showcase This Sunday at Kaimanawa Reserve
Taupō's annual Emergency Services Day will feature more organisations than ever before, with displays from eight emergency service providers this Sunday.
Police Seek Witnesses After Missing Man Travis Langford Possibly Spotted Near Te Kuiti
Police have received multiple reports of a man matching Travis Langford's description along State Highway 30, potentially hitchhiking north.
SH1 Ātiamuri-Wairakei Road Closure Begins Tomorrow for Five Weeks
Major road works will close State Highway 1 between Ātiamuri and Wairakei from 5am tomorrow, with detours adding up to 43 minutes to journey times.
Desert Road: Northern Section Opens Weeks Early
The northern section of State Highway 1 between Tūrangi and Rangipō has reopened for light vehicles, marking significant progress in the road's restoration.
IRONMAN Road Closures Begin Thursday; Key Route Closed Until Sunday
While most IRONMAN New Zealand road closures will end Saturday evening, Lake Terrace will remain closed through to Sunday midday.
More Than 2,000 Athletes Set for IRONMAN New Zealand Return to Taupō
Just months after hosting the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships, Taupō is preparing for another major international triathlon event. Over 2,000 athletes from 50 countries have registered for next weekend's races.