At least $62,600 stolen from Hospice by former store manager
Mark Wisniewski used his position of responsibility to take increasing amounts of money from the charity organisation he worked for.
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Supercars helps fill out the town's event calendar
Businesses in Taupō see the boost from Supercars as different strokes for different folks
Last weeks to sign petition for volunteer firefighters
A petition to revise ACC legislation so volunteer firefighters have the same cover provisions as their paid colleagues closes at the end of the month.
Action promised on Tūrangi sign issue
Taupō Mayor David Trewavas will discuss potential solutions with council planners on the sign compliance issue frustrating various Tūrangi businesses.
Local Water Done Somehow
The Taupō District Council is in a healthy position regarding its water services and assets but shortly faces the difficult task of consulting on yet to be decided options for future management.
Supercars Race Week Kicks Off as Championship Returns to Taupō
New Zealand driver Jaxon Evans is looking forward to competing on home soil this weekend as the Supercars Championship returns to Taupō.
Healthy stock on well-maintained pasture keys to sustainability
Continuing to adapt to changing dynamics will help the sheep and beef sector survive and thrive.
War on signs in Tūrangi goes overboard
Sign removal blitz in Tūrangi threatens riot amongst businesses unless solution found, predicts councillor
They're Here! Supercars Fleet Arrives in Taupō for ITM Super 440
The full fleet of 24 Supercars has arrived at Taupō International Motorsport Park following a massive logistical operation across the Tasman Sea.
Taupō Teen Backs Mum's Book About Death With His Own Money
A Taupō mother and her 13-year-old son have created a book to help families navigate one of life's most difficult conversations.
Sustainability at heart of regional growth investment proposal to government
It's not a Provincial Growth Fund handout but central North Island councils are bidding for a central government hand-up with a 'regional deal'.
Local Firefighter Taking on Sky Tower Challenge for Leukaemia and Blood Cancer
Lake Taupō volunteer firefighter Lauren Thompson is training for her fourth Sky Tower Challenge, climbing 51 floors in full gear to raise funds for a charity supporting the eight New Zealanders diagnosed with blood cancer daily.
Advanced Life-Saving Equipment Stripped from Local Fire Brigade
The Southern Lakes Volunteer Fire Brigade has switched one defibrillator for another following changes to the MOU between FENZ and Hato Hone St John.
Welcome Rain and Cooler Temperatures on the Way for Taupō district
Up to 40mm of rainfall is predicted for the Taupō region this week, bringing relief after an extended dry period, with a proper shift to autumn temperatures to follow.
April midday concert presents dynamic duo
A dynamic piano-cello duo will warm up on Taupō audiences before heading to Queenstown for the prestigious 2025 Whakatipu Music Festival.
Mystery fluid at Otumuheke identified but not the source
Lab tests have cleared up some of the mystery surrounding a green liquid flowing into Otumuheke Stream but not all.