Mt Ruapehu crater lake temp rising again
The crater lake is now sitting at 31C, overflowing into the nearby Whangaehu River.
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Whanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New Year
Whanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.
No locations of interest after Ruapehu Covid-19 case
The case was discovered on Wednesday in the town of Taumarunui.
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts 'more than just a business'
RAL shareholders will be asked to change its constitution but some feel it's unnecessary.
Top Towns: Whanganui just 325 doses away from 90 per cent
Another 325 vaccinations are needed for Whanganui to hit 90 per cent first dose.
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.
Top Towns: How does Whanganui rank?
The Whanganui District now sits at 54th position.
Top Towns: Whanganui drops another position
Whanganui is now sitting at 51st place in the race to 90 per cent vaccination.
Health boss: Jab order created 'great deal of angst'
One employee was stood down or lost their job, another "chose to walk away".
Top Towns: Where does Whanganui sit in vaccine rollout?
Whanganui is now at 50th position of all 66 territorial authorities
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.
Check out Bridge to Nowhere and lots more on Summer Programme
The Summer Programme 2022 events and bookings will be released soon.
Top Towns: How is Whanganui's vax rollout holding up?
A total of 73.5 per cent of Whanganui's population is fully vaccinated.
Housing top priority for Ngāti Rangi
The central North Island iwi is developing housing opportunities in the Ruapehu area.
Raetihi's full-time GP has resigned according to local leaders
The Whanganui Regional Health Network won't confirm the resignation.
Ruapehu council wants answers on water reforms
The council is waiting for a response from the Local Government Minister.
Six stand for seats on Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation board
The Māori-owned incorporation manages one of New Zealand's biggest farms.
Planned cycle trail additions 'exciting' - tourist operator
An additional 11km of trail could make the Old Coach Road a loop track.
'Anti-democratic': Local mayors react to Three Waters decision
Councils ignored and decision making taken 'out of our hands', says mayor.
Community leader joins Visit Ruapehu team
Community voices will be "imperative" in the next step of its destination management plan.
Ruapehu hīkoi supporting Māori wards cancelled
The hīkoi was organised in support of additional Māori representation on the council.
Quick action from crews at mill fire
A second pulp fire at Karioi mill is being investigated to find the cause
Dryer at Tangiwai pulp mill catches fire for second time
Fire and Emergency NZ called to pulp mill for second time in week.
Green light for Ruapehu social housing project
The project received $2.1 million in government funding.
New owners prepare for training at world-famous Chocolate Éclair Shop
Bakers in training ready to take on famous Ohakune Chocolate Éclair Shop.
Improvements to Raetihi Pools await another report
Action on Raetihi pools awaits another report and is linked with Ohakune pools.
Johnny Nation's world famous Chocolate Éclair Shop changes hands
Ohakune's famous Chocolate Éclair Shop sold to Taumarunui buyer.
'It's our one facility' - Raetihi people want pool upgrade
A community board member is frustrated by council 'inaction' on Raetihi Pool.
Busy day on Mt Ruapehu for rescue helicopter
The Greenlea Rescue Helicopter made three trips to the mountain on Saturday.
New bridges announced for Ruapehu's frustrated growers
The two decrepit bridges carry about 20 per cent of NZ's potato and carrot stock.
Rugby: Strong start to competition for Whanganui U18 side
The team had a 45-5 win over Wellington Māori U18 on Saturday.