The Taupō RSA warmly invites the community to come together for Remembrance Sunday on Sunday 8 November 2026. Join us as we honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served, remember those who never returned, and pay tribute to all who have helped protect our peace and freedom.
The Carboot Community Marketplace returns on Saturday 31 October for another relaxed morning of buying, selling, swapping, and finding something you didn’t know you needed.
The Tūrangi Fire Brigade Hunting Competition 30 October – 1 November 2026.With a great prize pool and fantastic sponsors on board, there are plenty of reasons to get involved.
Waikato could be heading into its strongest summer tourism season since the pandemic as international visitor numbers sky-rocket.
An outdoors production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' is seeking cast members with auditions on October 26.
Hilltop students and their families are changing the way they get to school through the Wednesday Challenge.
Curious about disc golf? Come along and give it a go on Sunday the 18th. Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly afternoon with free coaching and friendly helpers on hand to show you how to play.
Bring the whole family along for an afternoon of great music on Sunday 1 November
The Gypsy Fair is bringing an epic day out for the whānau - live music, fire & flow shows like no other, an unbeatable vibe - and of course, free entry for everyone on the 17th & 18th October
Tūrangi Blue Light – Taupō Fun Day on Saturday 7 November 2026. Tūrangi Blue Light is proudly taking 42 local tamariki aged 10–14 years on a fun-filled day trip to Taupō!
The Paddock to Pantry supermarket opening in Kinloch by December is expected to need around 20 staff.
Lake Taupō Rotary has confirmed it will not be organising a 'Big Bang' fireworks display in November this year.
Taupō Repair Café. Bring along your broken lamps, toys, clothes, clocks, bikes and more and let the amazing Taupō Repair Café volunteers work their magic! Saturday 14 November
South Waikato councillor Kerry Purdy has called for a temporary closure of Te Waihou (Blue Spring) until solutions for the tourist attraction’s long standing issues are found.
Spring Holiday Programme – Final Three Days.There’s still time for your tamariki to join the fun. Head along to Taupō, Tūrangi or Mangakino libraries for the final three days of the Spring Holiday Programme, with free creative activities for kids and families.
The Taupō Community Marketplace is back at Waipahihi this Saturday the 10th with plenty happening throughout the morning. Come along for a browse, find a bargain, discover handmade and upcycled goodies, support local stallholders, and enjoy a relaxed community morning.
