Taupō & Tūrangi Herald
Review: The Lesson - a gripping British thriller
Suspenseful thriller explores class divides and personal ambition in a chilling setting.
Pure Tūroa celebrates ‘electric’ first season
Major change has already been made to the ski field, with new events planned for summer.
'Well-known and respected': Bishop Denis George Browne, 86, dies after long illness
He led the Hamilton diocese from 1994 to 2014 and a priest for more than 60 years.
SH1 closure for road maintenance
Residents and businesses within the closure points would have access to their properties.
Nominations open for Taupō District Sports Awards 2024
Paralympic silver medallist to speak at Taupō District Sports Awards 2024 ceremony.
Police refer Tūrangi double deaths to coroner
Two people were found dead at a residential address on August 15.
Review: The Marlow Murder Club a fun 'cosy crime' series
The series, written by Richard Thorogood and director Steve Barron, is streaming on TVNZ+.
Man who drove between regions allegedly six times over alcohol limit
'According to the breathalyser ... the man was anything but sober.'
Erosion found on both sides of Waikato River control gates
The banks on either side of the Lake Taupō bridge need stabilising.
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.
Review: Mark Wahlberg's The Union 'a bit silly' but also a load of fun
OPINION: Sit back, expect nothing and enjoy the ride.
Waikato's best pies found in Hamilton, Tīrau, Tuakau, Taupō
The recent Bakels NZ Pie Awards featured creations from six local bakeries.
Waikato athletes shine: 13 of New Zealand’s 20 Olympic medals from Paris 2024
Cambridge rowers Brooke Francis and Lucy Spoors won gold, defeating reigning champions.
News from around Waikato
Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.
'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
'It’s extremely concerning that people are continuing to make reckless decisions.'
Rural news
'Kiwis helping other kiwis': Cyclone bravery award winners continue to help community
'It still puts a lump in your throat thinking about it.'
Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patetrson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.
Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes
"Oh my god, how did you come up with this idea?"
Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells
"Mystery house on a hill" snapped up, but buyer and sale price remain a secret.
More news from Taupō & Tūrangi Herald
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
At 21, Olivia Moore has released her first recipe book.
Recipe: Smoked Trout and Potato Cakes
Looking for a use for all those trout you've hauled up? Try these fish cakes.