Head Start decision delayed by a week to ensure more analysis
Taupō District's options for amalgamation with other councils will be considered by the TDC at a meeting on July 28, giving staff and councillors an extra week to consider the options.
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Taupō-nui-a-Tia College students should be all back on the one site next term
Students at Taupō-nui-a-Tia College should all be back on the college's grounds part of the way through Term 3.
Lake Taupō Hilton celebrates truffles with degustation dinner
New Zealand's truffle season will be celebrated in a degustation dinner at Lake Taupō Hilton on July 31.
Dog days for duck detection in Retaruke
Two conservation dogs working on detecting whio have passed their regular re-certification.
Son Dry July fundraising in mum's memory
Taupō's Mike Ranford is pursuing a Dry July in memory of his mum and all those who helped her in her battle with incurable cancer.
WRC economic strategy aims to grow jobs and lift incomes
The Waikato Regional Council says the economic strategy it has adopted will set a clear direction to enhance the region's prosperity.
Taupō District rates to rise by an average of 6.6%
Taupō ratepayers will be hit by an average rates rise of 6.6%, but two councillors voted against the move due to concerns over financial scrutiny
Damage disappoints after 'hot' festival opening
Festival gets off to a smooth start, but overnight damage disappoints organisers.
School Holiday Adventures at the Tongariro National Trout Centre
Looking for the perfect school holiday adventure? Geraldine from the Tongariro National Trout Centre shares why this hidden gem near Tūrangi is a must-visit, with kids' fishing experiences, nature walks, native wildlife, trout history, and plenty of family fun.
Expert advice helps local music conductor
Visiting professor of music passes on plenty of sage advice.
Small Plates, Big Connections: A Fresh Take on Speed Dating
Small Plates Speed Dates brings singles together over a shared meal rather than a swipe, with the first Taupō event set for 29 July.
Agencies combine to crack down on impaired driving
A combined campaign from local bodies, police and the New Zealand Transport Agency aims to reduce the incidence and harm of drink or drug driving.
Youth and experience shine at sheep dog trials
Sheep dog trials present chance for future farmers to demonstrate shepherd skills
Another Cactus cohort gets through its longest day
Another cohort of students have completed the Cactus programme at Tauhara College.
Regional council endorses draft plan to secure Waikato region’s water future
A June strategy and policy committee meeting of the Waikato Regional Council has endorsed a plan to improve drought management and water reliability in the region.
Fishing comp a great family day
Sponsor of the biggest brown trout prize, Cam Mcdonald, ironically took out the biggest rainbow trout prize in the Two-Mile Bay Sailing Club's Tapuaeharuru Bay Classic Fishing Competition on Saturday.