SH1 Between Ātiamuri and Wairakei Reopening This Afternoon
Motorists will be able to use SH1 between Ātiamuri and Wairakei from this afternoon, with temporary traffic management and reduced speed limits in place.
Taupō news
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.
SH1 Putāruru-Lichfield Section to Reopen Saturday, Ātiamuri-Wairakei Delayed Until Wednesday
The Putāruru to Lichfield section of State Highway 1 will reopen tomorrow, while the Ātiamuri to Wairakei stretch faces weather-related delays until next week.
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.
Tesla Cybertruck to Make Appearance at Taupō EV Showcase This Weekend
New Zealand's only Tesla Cybertruck will be a star attraction at Taupō's Electricarna event this Saturday.
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'.
Further speed consultation for SH1 Tūrangi
Residents of Tūrangi have until mid-May to make the case for the SH1 speed limit through the town to remain at 60km/h and not revert to 80km/h.
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.