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'Outrageous' costs but recycling station to stay
The bins were intended for tourists but are now overwhelmed by local waste.
Decision to shut overused recycling station under review after fiery backlash
The facility faces closure because of unsustainable costs and overflowing bins.
Ruapehu mayor demands answers over delays to rural health centre
Ruapehu's mayor says the community is being ignored over the Raetihi centre.
'Constrained' Ruapehu council sticks to 9% rate rise
'If things unfold positively, we pass it on to the ratepayers. It’s as simple as that'.
Whanganui and Ruapehu partner to draw in film industry
Mt Ngauruhoe in Ruapehu features in the Lord of The Rings films.
Ngāti Hāua sets sights on self-determination and change
The lead iwi negotiator says jobs, housing and health improvements are priorities.
Crown apologises for bringing ‘death and division’ to Ngāti Hāua
The settlement includes $20.4m in financial redress and the return of 64 sites.
New football club in Ruapehu ‘creating pathways’ for kids
Paynter has been impressed with the quality level and enthusiasm for football in Ruapehu.
‘We owe Raetihi an apology’: Councillor urges recycling rethink
Overflowing bins and contamination prompted calls for community action.
‘All bikes are welcome’: Raetihi Gutbuster gears up for 2025
'It’s all about getting people out and enjoying life from a bike saddle.'
Council cautioned against Māori ward bias
A councillor wanted the Māori ward referendum labelled as discriminatory.
Recycling crisis: Overflow, contamination could close waste station
Rubbish dumped at Raetihi's recycling facility includes food waste and animal carcasses.
Carbon credit deal to provide windfall for Māori landowners
The deal will earn forest trust about $9.3 million in annual payments for 10 years.
Iwi celebrate $21.7m settlement but brace for challenges ahead
Iwi negotiator Aiden Gilbert said the day was joyful but there were challenges ahead.
Triferno obstacle course set to fire up Blazing Hills event
The Triferno course combines three routes for a 20km, 90-obstacle challenge.
‘Critical moment’: Third reading of iwi Treaty settlement bill
More than 150 members will travel to Parliament on March 6 for the reading.
‘Pretty fearless’: 16-year-old girl dominates NZ motocross circuit
Karaitiana Horne won three major motocross titles in 2024.
Ruapehu speed signs could cost council $132,000
Speed limits near Ruapehu urban schools will reduce to 30km/h by May 1.
‘Benefit us all’: ‘Historic’ partnership deal signed
Ngāti Hāua Iwi Trust and Ruapehu District Council have signed a confidential agreement.
Iwi voters back Ngāti Hāua Treaty settlement
The settlement includes statutory pardons for tūpuna wrongfully convicted in 1846.
Adventure Highway Art Trail to showcase Ruapehu’s creative talent
It is planned for the weekends of February 22-23 and March 1-2.
‘Very strong symbols’: Urgent push to save historic Rātana temple
The aim is to complete the restoration by the Raetihi church's centennial in 2026.
Central North Island iwi elect first post-settlement board
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua trustees will manage $28.5m in Treaty settlement assets.
Thumbs-up for central North Island village name change
National Park Village is being renamed Waimarino.
Ngāti Rangi names new leaders for governance board
Tomairangi Mareikura has been named the new chairwoman.
'Overwhelming demand' for cat desexing assistance
Ruapehu District Council spent its allocated funding in just a few days.
Ruapehu citizen award recipients announced
‘Unwavering commitment’ and 'impactful contributions' win Citizen of the Year Awards.