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
New ZealandWoman dies after Mt Ruapehu climbing accidentA group were climbing on the eastern side when the tragedy struck today.29 Jun 07:25 AM
New ZealandGrassroots Rescue Helicopter helps cyclistThe Grassroots Helicopter Trust helped a woman injured on the Timber Trail.26 Jun 10:31 PM
New Zealand'Instagram-worthy vistas': Tongariro Crossing one of world’s busiest hikesA new ranking shows the popular walk is up with the world's big guns.12 Jun 06:30 PM
New ZealandBoy with chronic lung issues scales Tongariro Alpine CrossingPriests were called to Aiden's bedside. Now he wants to give back to those who helped him.07 Jun 08:56 PM
New Zealand'Magical' book wins festival awardDesmond Bovey's book has been deemed 'of immense value'.28 May 11:56 PM
New ZealandFour people treated by emergency services after car crash in Ruapehu district 'We sent two ambulances and we treated a total of four patients.'13 May 10:10 PM
KahuMinister to decide on village name change proposalTe Korowai o Wainuiārua wants National Park Village to be named Waimarino.10 May 12:33 AM
New ZealandSouffle wins inaugural carrot cook-off competitionThe first-ever carrot cook-off in NZ saw a carrot souffle crowned number one.02 May 03:32 AM
New ZealandGoat control: Helicopters search Tongariro National Park for feral pestsDoC eradicated the local wild goat population last year and hopes to keep it that way.30 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandKaimanawa muster: Wild west comes to WaiouruThe wild horse muster didn't go ahead last year because of Cyclone Gabrielle.29 Apr 11:56 PM
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New ZealandAlpine crossing lakes finally clear of noxious weedThe Emerald Lakes are one of the most photographed parts of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.18 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandTongariro tramper died from medical event, not a fall police sayA rāhui was placed on the mountain as a result of the death of the tramper.10 Apr 11:14 PM
New ZealandTongariro Alpine Crossing closed after tramper diesA person has died while traversing the Tongariro Crossing.09 Apr 05:00 AM
BusinessRuapehu infrastructure downward spiral could leave tourists out in coldMt Ruapehu’s two skifields are still surrounded by uncertainty as the ski season nears.04 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandTūrangi Garden Club donates $3000 to Tongariro wetlands projectAfter a garden ramble fundraiser, a Tūrangi group has made a conservation donation.03 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHeritage painting inside Chateau Tongariro ‘drooping, cracking’Sagging canvas, flaking paint and cracks in historic painting. Who's responsible?30 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHunters brace for busy weekend as roar season amps upSeveral organisations have asked for vigilance in the outdoors this long weekend.27 Mar 06:15 AM
New ZealandBalloons over Waikato who? 19 kiwi take to Hamilton skiesSanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kickstarted its biggest kiwi translocation this week.22 Mar 07:15 PM
