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Courthouse security report: People could be 'killed, injured'
Ohakune courthouse remains closed after nine 'key identified risks' were highlighted.
Access to justice could be stripped from rural communities, mayor warns
“It’s demeaning and unnecessary because the facilities have been dropped."
Ngāti Rangi announces successful applicants for Whiria Ngā Hua funding
Ngāti Rangi has awarded funding to 33 whānau support initiatives.
Delays add to trauma for family of bus crash victim Hannah Francis
The family of a girl who died in a bus crash on Mt Ruapehu are concerned by delays.
Mystery over Chateau's future
The Chateau will not be taking any new bookings for 2023 and 2024.
Shrewd brewing to account for CO2 shortage
The brewers only had enough gas for around three weeks of production.
Clock approaches midnight for Ruapehu ski field
Administrator says only days remain to save North Island ski field from liquidation.
Ruapehu lifetime pass holders seek clarity on skifield future
The company's voluntary administrators, PWC, say all options are on the table.
North Island ski fields operator placed in voluntary administration
This comes after three disastrous snow seasons due to a lack of snow and the pandemic
Ruapehu trail project takes leap forward
Consultation is now open on the consent application for the project.
Mixed support for Māori wards from mayoral hopefuls
Just over half of New Zealand councils are introducing Māori wards in October.
Any-time roll change for Māori voters 'huge' improvement, says councillor
Elijah Pue says the move will help remove barriers to voting
MDMA laced with meth discovered in New Zealand
The tablets are triangular and came in a range of colours from red to pink/orange.
Ruapehu council divided on pokies policy
Mayor Don Cameron had to use his casting vote in the split decision.
'She's very special': Te Ara a Maria visits Whanganui
"She's like an icon really. She's very special."
PGF-funded marae upgrade project nears completion
A $16 million marae renovation programme is drawing to a close.
Women accused of breaching Covid-19 restrictions to go on trial
The trio appeared for an administrative hearing in Taihape District Court on Monday.
Rapid response teams grapple with shortage of nurses
The effort to boost Māori Covid-19 vaccinations is being hampered by a shortage of nurses.
'We are keeping the marae warm'
A weaving project is adding another injection of life to Te Ao Hou Marae.
AJ Hackett revisits the birthplace of commercial bungy after 30 years
"It has to be one of the most powerful places on Earth."
Mt Ruapehu crater lake temp rising again
The crater lake is now sitting at 31C, overflowing into the nearby Whangaehu River.
Whanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New Year
Whanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.
Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation chairwoman retiring
Mavis Mullins has been at the helm of the incorporation for 12 years.
'We should be in orange': Whanganui mayor and MP at odds over traffic light system
Whanganui's mayor and MP have differing views on the framework.
Health boss: Jab order created 'great deal of angst'
One employee was stood down or lost their job, another "chose to walk away".
Ninety-minute trip: Birthing unit closed after midwife stands down
Expectant mothers will now have to travel over an hour to give birth.
Local jobs boost from conservation partnership
Ngāti Rangi is teaming up with DoC on projects that will create jobs for local people.
Vaccine mandates for council staff on the table
All councils are undertaking a health and safety review before deciding on mandates.
Housing top priority for Ngāti Rangi
The central North Island iwi is developing housing opportunities in the Ruapehu area.
Six stand for seats on Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation board
The Māori-owned incorporation manages one of New Zealand's biggest farms.
Ruapehu hīkoi supporting Māori wards cancelled
The hīkoi was organised in support of additional Māori representation on the council.
Crossing the Tongariro: Take a day or a little longer
Whether you make it a one-day experience or longer, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is epic.