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Police refer Tūrangi double deaths to coroner
Two people were found dead at a residential address on August 15.
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Review: The Marlow Murder Club a fun 'cosy crime' series
The series, written by Richard Thorogood and director Steve Barron, is streaming on TVNZ+.
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Man who drove between regions allegedly six times over alcohol limit
'According to the breathalyser ... the man was anything but sober.'
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Erosion found on both sides of Waikato River control gates
The banks on either side of the Lake Taupō bridge need stabilising.
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Lake Taupō shrinks away as dry winter takes its toll
The lake is more than one metre lower than it was at the beginning of the year.
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Review: Mark Wahlberg's The Union 'a bit silly' but also a load of fun
OPINION: Sit back, expect nothing and enjoy the ride.
News from around Waikato
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Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.
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'It was retaliation': Brother allegedly killed in armed Mongrel Mob hit
Mitchell Te Kani was struck in the head with a crowbar. Now 10 people are on trial.
!['Astounded': Drink-driver allegedly caught twice in four hours](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'Astounded': Drink-driver allegedly caught twice in four hours
'It’s extremely concerning that people are continuing to make reckless decisions.'
Rural news
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'Kiwis helping other kiwis': Cyclone bravery award winners continue to help community
'It still puts a lump in your throat thinking about it.'
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Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patetrson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
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Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.
More news from Taupō & Tūrangi Herald
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New member inducted into touch rugby's Hall of Fame
George Jahnke, 50, has been involved in eight World Cups and played 96 games for NZ.
![Taupō foodie releases cookbook with Kiwi classic inspired dishes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Taupō foodie releases cookbook with Kiwi classic inspired dishes
At 21, Olivia Moore has released her first recipe book.
![Recipe: Smoked Trout and Potato Cakes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Recipe: Smoked Trout and Potato Cakes
Looking for a use for all those trout you've hauled up? Try these fish cakes.