Déjà Chop: Council Contractors Fell Wrong Trees Again
Several protected poplar trees were mistakenly cut down on Kinloch Road last Wednesday, causing concern among local residents.
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Central Plateau dairy industry award winners named
Dairy Industry Award winners in the Central Plateau enjoy the sense of community in the rural sector
School Lunch Programme: How Are Taupō Schools Faring?
As controversy surrounds changes to the Ka Ora, Ka Ako Healthy School Lunches Programme, Taupō district principals share their experiences with the government's cost-cutting measures. How are local students being affected?
Proposed Kinloch subdivision seeks five times higher density than District Plan allows
Kinloch residents express concern about "high density directly in front of our home" as developer seeks approval for 84 lots where District Plan allows only 16
Taupō Set for Super Rugby U20s Semi-Final Showdown as Chiefs Face Hurricanes
Four matches are scheduled for tomorrow at Owen Delaney Park as the 2025 Super Rugby Under 20s Tournament continues, headlined by the Chiefs versus Hurricanes semi-final clash following the Chiefs' impressive 59-19 quarterfinal victory over the NZ Barbarians.
Pureora Hunting Competition sets its sights on deer
Deer hunting in the Pureora Forest helps keep the numbers in balance with the habitat but can also provide valuable information for DOC on herd health.
Band camp for adults
Organisers are keen for locals to sign up for this year's Bay of Plenty Music School in Taupō - it won't be back here for another decade.
Hard at work on cinema project
A very challenging journey, but cinema couple determined to get the project done.
Mangakino Four Square Teams Up with Sister Stores for Lakeside Movie Night
Three local Four Square stores are bringing a pop-up outdoor movie night to Tokoroa this Saturday, with the classic musical 'Grease' to be screened at Lake Moananui.
Drought Declaration Includes Taupō as Dry Conditions Worsen
The declaration of a medium-scale adverse event relating to the late summer, early autumn dry weather will make some support available to those in the rural sector.
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.
Coffin club seeks registrations of interest
A Taupō couple are seeking expressions of interest from those wanting to join a proposed coffin club and will have a stall at the Seniors' Expo on March 19.
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.
Dairy company Miraka in leadership transition
Low-carbon dairy company, Miraka, has announced a leadership transition following the stepping down of CEO, Karl Gradon.
$40 Million Tūwharetoa-Council Building Opens in Historic Partnership
Mayor David Trewavas calls the collaboration a "milestone in New Zealand's history" as the first iwi-council shared building of its kind.
The art of connection
Art in the new co-location of Tūwharetoa entities and Taupō District Council is all about encouraging connections.