Tourism operators should benefit from Hamilton going international, says DGLT
Direct flights to Sydney and the Gold Coast from Hamilton Airport should increase Aussie visitor numbers to Taupō.
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Tongariro Northern Circuit makes way for new hut
While Oturere Hut in Tongariro National Park is being rebuilt, DOC is promoting 'tasters' involving Mangatepopo or Waihohonu Huts instead.
Winter arrives with snow at Whakapapa as Fieldays faces wet start
WeatherWatch forecaster Phil Duncan says Wednesday's opening day faces an 80% chance of rain, but conditions are expected to improve later in the week. Find out which specific days Duncan recommends for the driest Field Days experience, plus the latest snow forecasts for the central plateau.
Taking the helm at Lake Taupō Volunteer Fire Brigade
New leadership marks a fresh chapter for local volunteers.
Achievements of three locals celebrated in King's Birthday honours list
The King's Birthday Honours List has seen three residents of the Taupō District get a gong for their service to the country
Regional Council river water quality plan chugs on
The Waikato Regional Council's proposed plan change to improve river water quality is back with the council following appeals to the Environment Court.
Miraka announces opening price forecast for suppliers
Miraka follows Fonterra's opening season farmgate milk price with similar figure, once the average excellence programme premium payment is added in.
Outdoor burn-off complaints rise
The Waikato Regional Council is reminding people to communicate with neighbours before burning piles of rubbish.
Taupō school bands 'smash it' at regional Rockquest event
Taupō students have cleaned up two first places at the regional Smokefree Rockquest finals held in Rotorua.
Students head off on a journey of reconnection
Exploring the last stopping off point of the migration waka and connecting with Polynesian cousins is the aim for a college kapa haka visit to Rarotonga.
Mayoral race emerges in Taupō as Trewavas faces Cozens challenge
Nominations open on July 4 for this October's local body elections but already both current Mayor David Trewavas and former challenger Zane Cozens have announced their intentions.
Boom Boom resounds globally
Reaction to Boom Boom has resounded nationally and internationally with plenty of local businesses getting in on the re(act)ion
Review: Mamma Mia hits the mark
This Saturday (May 24) sees the final two shows of Mamma Mia at Taupō-nui-a-Tia College with tickets in hot demand.
Taupō locks in Supercars through to 2028 as New Zealand secures double-header
Taupō International Motorsport Park will continue hosting Supercars until at least 2028, with a new double-header format expected to boost tourism from Australia.
Pre-budget promise will need follow up detail
A pre-budget announcement by Louise Upston is promising additional health care spending in the Taupō electorate but not where or when