Taupō & Tūrangi Herald

12/12/2024

A 3-year-old Taupō girl has become a global hit after a mishap on her mother’s phone led to her sharing some unexpected Christmas spirit.

An innocent mistake led to unexpected Xmas cheer that's attracted love around the globe.

10/12/2024

The Desert Rd is closed following a truck crash.

Detours are in place.

04/12/2024

NZME has today confirmed the closure of 14 community newspapers, with the loss of 29 jobs. WATCH THIS SPACE TAUPŌ!! - More to come on the Taupō & Tūrangi Herald soon.

'This is a sad day for NZME and it’s not news I want to be sharing.'

02/12/2024

The upcoming closure of the Desert Road in the central North Island has been pushed back by a week to lessen the impact on summer holiday journeys.

'I think motorists will throw their hands up in horror.'

01/12/2024

Lots of fun at the Taupo Santa Parade today. Here's a few photos of the action.

20/11/2024

A fire caused by fireworks has not only torched a Taupō couple’s dwelling but damaged many of their possessions.

Fire and Emergency investigators believe the house fire was caused by fireworks.

18/11/2024

Well played young man! ⛳️

The Tauranga youngster has a sweet plan for his prize money.

17/11/2024

A man has been arrested after multiple boats were tampered with at Taupō Marina.

Taupō boaties are being urged to report tampering after a man was arrested.

14/11/2024

NZ Herald publisher NZME is proposing to close 14 community newspapers.

Herald owner says community titles are no longer profitable in changing media landscape.

13/11/2024

The Health New Zealand district that covers Rotorua and Taupō has 63 general practitioners for a population of about 120,100.

And how one practice is 'revitalising' its GPs' passion for the job.

13/11/2024

The Taupō Lakes & Waterways group has been working to protect the lake water quality since the 1990s and while there has been some great effort, there is still a lot to be done.

Although a lot has happened since the mid-90s, there is still work to be done.

11/11/2024

A road worker was threatened with a firearm on State Highway 1, near Ātiamuri.

10/11/2024

As the world’s best endurance athletes gear up for Vinfast Ironman 70.3 World Championships, motorists can expect traffic, road closures, and detours in and around host city Taupō.

About 6000 competitors plus their supporters are expected from overseas.

07/11/2024

For the first time in over 10 years, the Taupō Army Cadet Unit will be standing guard on Armistice Day.

The Army cadet unit was on the brink of closure.

07/11/2024

The 14th annual Graffiato: Taupō Street Art Festival brought a splash of colour to town over Labour weekend.

The annual street art festival took place over Labour weekend.

07/11/2024

Happy Thursday, everyone! The Taupō & Tūrangi Herald is out today. You can read the e-edition online via the link below.

Taupo Turangi Herald - 31/10/2024

05/11/2024

A Greenlea Rescue Helicopter crew winched a man to safety after he was injured in a ridge collapse in Kaimanawa Forest.

Plus: Why the service needs over $460k in 2025 to continue making similar saves.

04/11/2024

The bus carrying the newly-arrived seasonal workers crashed between Rotorua and Taupō on Sunday, which left 11 injured.

'Obviously we will be treading very carefully in that space.'