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 news
Just Up The Road: Hot Air Balloons to Light Up Tokoroa Skies This Thursday
Tokoroa will host a special evening event this Thursday as the popular Balloons Over Waikato festival makes its first appearance in South Waikato in years.
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.
Three Nights of Overnight Closures on SH1 East Taupō Arterial Starting Tuesday
Resurfacing work will close a section of State Highway 1 East Taupō Arterial for three consecutive nights this week.
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.
Police Seek Public Help to Locate Missing Man Following Crash Near Taupō
Police are searching for Joseph Grattan, 24, following a crash on Tihoi Road/SH32 last Wednesday, with concerns he may be injured.
SH1 Desert Road is open!
SH1 Desert Road reopens following an ambitious eight-week project described as "New Zealand's largest and most ambitious maintenance project yet," while Ohakune businesses reflect on unexpected boom from detour traffic.
NZTA Scraps Full Closure Plan for SH1 Between Taupō and Tūrangi
Following public feedback, NZTA has abandoned plans to fully close State Highway 1 between Taupō and Tūrangi during maintenance work.
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.
Deadline looms for submissions on Taupō to Tūrangi speed limits
Those wanting to comment on speed limit changes between Taupō and Tūrangi need to get their submisisons in by the end of Thursday, March 13.
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.
Taupō District Water Restrictions Lifted as Autumn Arrives
Water restrictions across Taupō and surrounding areas have been lifted following reduced demand.