Mangakino Lake Hop 2026
Get ready for a huge day of horsepower, entertainment and family fun at Mangakino Lake Hop 2026, Saturday, 19 September 2026
Taupō news
An evening with David Letele
A unique opportunity on the 25th September to hear from someone who has transformed lives across New Zealand through his message of resilience and positive action.
Nursing scholarships support Toi Ohomai ākonga
A scholarship programme involving Southern Cross Health Trust for student nurses is an investment in student success and future healthcare, says Toi Ohomai.
Heads up, night roadworks ahead
We're giving the Spa Road/Tauhara Road intersection a bit of a refresh, with overnight work. (weather dependent). 6pm Sunday 13 September to 6am Monday 14 September.
Mōkai hydrogen venture boosted with government investment
Halcyon Power, the joint venture between Tūaropaki Trust and Obayashi Corporation, has won a Māori Development Fund investment to pursue exports of green hydrogen.
Funding boost for key visitor hub on Mountains to Sea trail
A $405,000 Government investment will help fill a critical gap in visitor facilities on the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride, with public toilets among the features planned for a new hub at Horopito.
$5.3m upgrade for Taupō's Broadlands waste recovery centre
Taupō District Council is set to divert thousands more tonnes of waste from landfill, after securing a $5.3 million upgrade to its Broadlands Road recovery centre.
Ngāti Rangi takes stake in Waiouru Defence land under new 50-home deal
A new land and housing deal between the New Zealand Defence Force and central North Island iwi Ngāti Rangi will see 50 homes built for military families at Waiouru.
Toi Ohomai has expansive plans for 2027 in Taupō
Toi Ohomai is looking to get back up to strength in its offering of local courses over the next couple of years, says Pim Borren, chief executive of Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
The Incredible Story of the Ernest Kemp
The incredible story behind Taupō’s iconic steamboat, from its beginnings in Kerikeri to its unexpected journey to Lake Taupō, and Pete’s remarkable personal connection to the boat.
Amplify seeks info on AI in six monthly local business survey
Amplify's latest six-monthly business survey is seeking more information on how AI is being used locally by retailers and industry.
World Suicide Prevention Day Tradie Breakfast 2026
World Suicide Prevention Day Tradie Breakfast 2026. Thursday, 10 September from 7:00am until sold out at ITM Taupō, 5 Curlys Way, Tauhara
Council opens new Owen Delany Park sports hub
A brand-new community sports hub at Owen Delany Park will triple the number of changing rooms available for athletes using the park.
Tōkāanu–Tūrangi RSA Quiz Night
Tōkāanu Tūrangi RSA Quiz Night is happening on Friday 11 September. So come along and put your trivia skills to the test.
Support Taupō Phoenix Rugby League Under 11s!
Our Taupō Phoenix Rugby League Under 11s are fundraising for their trip to Queenstown, and they’d love your support! 5th September from 10-2 at Mitre 10 Taupo
School marks another milestone as it rebuilds following fire
Taupō-nui-a-Tia College principal Ben Claxton and the school staff will next week have all the students back on the same site as the school marks another milestone in its recovery from a fire in February.