New ZealandNew hut in works as Tongariro Great Walk delays openingWalkers face a 20km trek between Mangatepopo and Waihohonu huts.05 Jun 12:01 AM
PremiumPoliticsGovt considering 'demolition' for Chateau Tongariro, deemed a ‘fiscal risk’ in Budget 2025Options are being investigated for the site, 'including demolition'.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTop-tier: Peter Carty honoured for services to flyfishing'When the world seems to be against you, flyfishing can bring you back to reality.'02 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumTourismGlimmer of hope for Chateau Tongariro restoration as former lessee accounts for $5m provision 16 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, gales and thunderstorms to lash north, Banks Peninsula state of emergency extended 08 May 06:17 AM
New ZealandMajor North Island route closed for two monthsGround temperatures above 13C needed to carry out work.12 Jan 06:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMemoir reveals Lord of the Rings secrets, and inside Sir Peter Jackson’s mansionA new book reveals the body part belonging to Gandalf, now kept in a fridge.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCancer survivor, 79, completes 1700km hike for charityDuncan Smith, 79, completes 1700km hike of North Island for charity19 Dec 12:00 AM
KahuThumbs-up for central North Island village name changeNational Park Village is being renamed Waimarino.18 Dec 08:08 PM
New ZealandTeens complete 800km challenge across North IslandThe Tauranga trio travelled under their own steam from East Cape to Cape Egmont09 Dec 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMissing McCahons, Webb's auction refunds and what happened to James Wallace’s art?ICYMI: Five exclusive 2024 Herald Premium Lifestyle arts interviews and investigations.07 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandThe 'art' of the kill: Predator control expert shares the secrets to understanding how pests think'Understanding animal behaviour is significant in trapping pests for better outcomes.'29 Nov 06:00 PM
TravelEverything a beginner needs for a mountain biking and hiking holiday in RuapehuLessons from a traveller who learnt the hard way.27 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandTennis club marks its 100th birthday in styleThe clubhouse has had a $270k upgrade and celebrates 100 years this weekend.07 Oct 11:42 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careProperty Insider: Largest new retirement village opening; Auckland cladding inspection failuresAuckland Council's building inspection boss reveals shocking numbers on cladding failures.30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolkinghorne trial and e-scooters | Focus Morning Bulletin September 24, 2024How sex worker Madison Ashton reacted to 'botched' Polkinghorne case, last-ditch effort to save the iconic Chateau Tongariro and high hopes for new e-scooter contracts.Watch23 Sep 07:32 PM
New ZealandPolice call for sightings of missing Australian touristElizabeth Wielga is thought to have left her accommodation in Tongariro on August 30.05 Sep 08:49 PM
New ZealandTwo contrasting sides to the Tongariro River TrailThere are two sides to the story of this popular walk along the Tongariro River.04 Sep 12:30 AM
New ZealandRain, snow and wind to blast the countryHeavy rain, snowfall and strong wind warnings and watches are in place across the country.17 Aug 03:07 AM
New ZealandShowers hitting Whanganui this weekend'The best chance for any outdoor excursions would be Saturday morning.'15 Aug 11:09 PM
New ZealandGreenlea rescue heli wraps up 'busy' JulyThe crew carried out 38 missions across the Lakes and Central Plateau region.12 Aug 08:07 PM
New ZealandLong days and freezing nights in search of the perfect photoThe magic happens in the 'blue hour' just before dawn.08 Aug 01:19 AM
New ZealandStunning capture of Milky Way over Tongariro National ParkPhotographer Larn Berge talks about his journey to take a 180-degree panorama of the Milky Way over the snowy caps of Mount Ruapehu and Mount Ngāuruhoe. Video / Larn BergeWatch08 Aug 12:14 AM
New ZealandWaikato work week off to frosty start with sub-zero temperaturesThe coldest temperature recorded in the region this morning was -2C at Taupō Airport.05 Aug 10:33 PM
New ZealandMan suffers gunshot wounds while hunting in Tongariro ForestDue to the remote location, the man was winched out by helicopter.05 Aug 02:57 AM
New ZealandLodge owner praised for spotting guests’ invasive clam collectionAn Ōwhango business owner found a collection of freshwater gold clams left by guests.17 Jul 09:46 PM
New ZealandRotokura Reserve walk had 'precious' experience in store for local walkersThe reserve is in the Tongariro National Park.09 Jul 11:20 PM
New Zealand‘Beautiful person’: Woman who died climbing Mt Ruapehu was young Auckland uni scientistWednesday Davis graduated in 2022 with a Masters in Marine Science and worked at the uni.01 Jul 06:58 AM
