While it’s yet to reach its nadir, water in Lake Taupō is well below seasonal levels, leaving boaties high and dry and electricity generators scanning the skies.
The Taupō District Council has decided to push ahead with a roundabout at a dangerous Taupō intersection, despite the potential risk it could wind up nearly $1 million out of pocket.
A solo climber slipped and severely broke his leg on Mt Ruapehu, sparking a near seven-hour search and rescue operation with crew desperate to find him before nightfall.
Mt Ruapehu skifield operators Ruapehu Alpine Lifts are reporting the Happy Valley ski area is on track for a traditional Queen’s Birthday Weekend opening in early June.
