Ruapehu hīkoi supporting Māori wards cancelled
The hīkoi was organised in support of additional Māori representation on the council.
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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.
Arrested Turoa skiers 'no risk' to community after breach
All three have tested negative and there is no risk to the community, Whanganui DHB says.
'They've mucked it up': Ōhakune locals angry at Aucklanders who snuck onto ski field
The three Aucklanders were arrested on Wednesday.
Ruapehu i-Site manager wins seat on national board
Kim Treen has a three-year term on the Tourism New Zealand body
Whanganui returns to 'a bit of normality'
Shops and cafes reasonably busy in level 2 - museum very quiet.
New daily vaccination record for Whanganui DHB
The Whanganui DHB delivered more than 1300 doses on Thursday.
Woah, we're halfway there! Whanganui DHB cracks 50,000 vaccine milestone
The 50,000th dose was administered at an iwi-operated vaccine clinic in Ōhakune.
Loss of Ruapehu spring skiing 'heartbreaking'
"It's heartbreaking because there's nothing you can do about it."
Iwi collective urges Māori to take their whānau for Covid jabs
Te Ranga Tupua has reactivated to help support local Māori through the Delta outbreak.
Whanganui, Ruapehu tourism promoters get $700k each
The latest round of funding for Regional Tourism Organisations has been announced.
Mountains, music for 'mini' Winter Pride Week
The final event is a party at the Whanganui Musicians Club on Saturday.
Squash: Local teams win places in Super Champs tournament
The Squash Super Champs will be held in late September.
Big changes proposed in Ruapehu representation review
The proposal will go out for public consultation next month.
Seven-year-old tackles Mt Ruapehu slopes in epic challenge
Lochie Win is on a mission to ski every New Zealand ski field in just five weeks.
Rugby: Whanganui to face Taranaki Devt XV
Steelform Whanganui will challenge Taranaki Development XV for the Jones Brothers Shield
Museum Notebook: Fighting fire with fire
The need for a dedicated fire service grew as the town of Whanganui developed.
Ohakune hosts historic Highland dancing event
It is believed to be the first Highland dancing competition held in Ruapehu.
Pulling in tourists by train
The monthly trip drops passengers at Taumarunui, National Park and Ohakune.
Premier teams line up ahead of next week's semifinals
The Grand Hotel Challenge Shield winner could be decided this weekend.
Mt Ruapehu staff put through their paces
Staff have been preparing for the winter ski season with scenario training.
Polar blast: Desert Road closed
Snow is expected as low as 300m in some spots of the central North Island.
Snow business ploughs on at Ruapehu
Ruapehu businesses are looking forward to an influx of domestic tourists this winter.
Watch: Ruapehu Seniors perform rousing haka in honour of coach
The senior side went on to win the match 38-5.
Music, carnival, costumes planned in Ohakune spring event
Ruapehu has won funding for two events to ginger up the spring snow season.