Taupō District Councillor Admits Drink Driving Charge
Long-serving representative recorded over twice the legal alcohol limit while driving on Wairakei Drive, according to court documents.
Taupō news
IRONMAN Welcome: 'Come First or Last - You've Already Won,' Says Pōwhiri Leader
"Absolutely pound the daylights out of yourself" was the advice from pōwhiri leader Snow Rameka to the athletes gathered for IRONMAN New Zealand in Taupō
Scottish Friends Take On First-Ever Triathlon at Ironman Taupō
Two friends from Scotland are challenging themselves with the Ironman Taupō half-distance event this Saturday, despite never having competed in a triathlon before.
Traffic management company closure leaves 100 workers jobless
19-year-old Sasha is looking ahead to a career change after being among approximately 100 workers laid off when Evolution Traffic Management went into liquidation.
Tūrangi Aerodrome cleared for take-off
Despite the aerodrome's use during Cyclone Gabrielle, Taupō District Council officials are 'comfortable that this does not create any additional risk for the Tūrangi community should we not have access to it,' says Deputy Mayor Kevin Taylor
IRONMAN Returns: Event Infrastructure Rising at Taupō parks
Taupō reserves transformed with event infrastructure as organisers prepare to host 2,000 athletes and welcome visitors from 50 countries.
Desert Road: Northern Section Opens Weeks Early
The northern section of State Highway 1 between Tūrangi and Rangipō has reopened for light vehicles, marking significant progress in the road's restoration.
IRONMAN Road Closures Begin Thursday; Key Route Closed Until Sunday
While most IRONMAN New Zealand road closures will end Saturday evening, Lake Terrace will remain closed through to Sunday midday.
Tūrangi Aerodrome grounded?
Bureaucratic oversight and complex land ownership issues have left Tūrangi Aerodrome facing deactivation this Thursday despite community hopes for its survival.
More Than 2,000 Athletes Set for IRONMAN New Zealand Return to Taupō
Just months after hosting the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships, Taupō is preparing for another major international triathlon event. Over 2,000 athletes from 50 countries have registered for next weekend's races.
Taupō Renews Sister City Relationship with Suzhou
Waiata echoed as Taupō welcomed Chinese delegates, with the visit delivering strengthened ties and a surprise proposal for museum exchanges between the cities.
Community groups compete for council funding
Local organisations seeking shares of two grant funds worth over $750,000, but many will miss out.
Global Cycling Film Festival Returns Home to Taupō for Tonight's Premiere
The Big Bike Film Night returns to its Taupō roots for its eleventh anniversary, with the international cycling film festival choosing the Great Lakes Centre for its 2025 premiere tonight.
Students to learn water conservation at National Trout Centre event
School children from around the district will get hands-on experience with water conservation at an upcoming Enviroschools event near Tūrangi.
Police Appeal After Possible Sightings of Missing Man in Mangakino
Police are asking Taupō district residents to check their properties following possible sightings of missing Wellington man Travis Langford in the Mangakino area.
From Swing Bridges to Rare Birds: Inside NZ's $30m Tourism Splash
A $30 million investment in tourism infrastructure and conservation has been announced, following the launch of the 'Everyone must go' campaign targeting Australian visitors.