Changes are on the horizon

• Author: David Beck
• Published date: 10 March 2022
• Publication title: Taupo Weekender

At the Taupō & Tūrangi Weekender, we are proud to be the go-to place for those in the Taupō district with a thirst for truly local content

I’m proud to be the editor of this small but mighty community newspaper. In my eyes, it is more than just a source of news.

With a circulation of more than 16,500, the newspaper reaches the far corners of the Taupō District and is a valuable tool for interaction, inspiration and local pride.

We’re not resting on our laurels though. Next week, there are some exciting changes coming. You will have to wait another week to see exactly what that means, but the newspaper will have a new look.

These changes will better align us with our parent newspaper the NZ Herald — New Zealand’s Herald — as part of NZME’s 16-strong network of community newspapers.

NZME’s community publications play a critical role in...