Police Appeal After Possible Sightings of Missing Man in Mangakino
Police are asking Taupō district residents to check their properties following possible sightings of missing Wellington man Travis Langford in the Mangakino area.
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Tongariro Rescue Highlights Need for New Helicopter Winch as Fundraising Passes $400,000
A serious motor vehicle accident in Tongariro National Park on Sunday has highlighted the crucial role of the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter service, as community fundraising for a new rescue winch passes the $400,000 mark.
Desert Road Closure On Track as "Monster Crane" Completes Major Bridge Work
New Zealand's largest mobile crane has successfully installed a new deck on the Mangatoetoenui Bridge as part of the scheduled 8-week State Highway 1 Desert Road closure.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Taupō from 2pm
MetService warns of potential flash flooding as severe thunderstorms are forecast to hit Taupō and surrounding areas this afternoon and evening.
Transpower Acknowledges Past Mistakes with Māori Land as Grid Upgrades Begin
The national grid operator is working to rebuild trust with iwi and hapū around Lake Taupō as it prepares for major infrastructure upgrades.
Two Taupō Teenagers Named in Fatal Acacia Bay Crash
Police have identified the two young people who lost their lives in a fatal crash in Acacia Bay, Taupō on January 17th.
Final Days for Public Input on Whakapapa's Future
With submissions closing Friday night, Taupō residents are being urged to have their say on plans to secure Whakapapa's future operations under a company directed by Dave Mazey, Tom Elworthy and Bridget Legnavsky.
Viral sensation to headline Mangakino Lake Hop 2025
Fresh from opening for Cold Chisel at the Taupō summer concert, teenage sibling band Rumpus Machine will bring their classic rock sound to this year's Mangakino Lake Hop.
The D4 Set for Historic First Taupō Performance
Iconic New Zealand punk rockers The D4 will make their Taupō debut at Rosemary's this month, promising new material alongside their classic hits.
Lineup Announced for Tūrangi's Waitangi Day Celebrations
Te Omeka Perkins of House of Shem joins the lineup for the free Waitangi ki Tūrangitukua 2025 celebrations in Tūrangi.
Desert Road Access to DOC Sites to be Restricted
Access to Department of Conservation sites from the Desert Road will be prohibited from next week as road works continue.
Have your say on local speed limits
NZTA launches consultation on maintaining reduced speed limits on two major routes, with public support needed to prevent a return to higher speeds.
Roadworks Ahead at Taupō Highway Junction
Drivers need to be prepared for changing road conditions near the State Highway 1/State Highway 5 roundabout as construction continues on Taupō's Commercial Vehicle Safety Centre.