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Ten things to do these winter holidays
Winter weather can make keeping the kids entertained even harder than usual.
Iwi health boards 'stripped of power'
An iwi health leader says changes to Pae Ora Act prioritise control over collaboration.
‘It’s all backwards’: Father admitted to bar thanks to his daughter
"It was a very proud moment to say the least."
'Seriously stunning': New section of cycle trail nears completion
The first 9km of Te Hangāruru will open on June 19.
Regional events fund delivers boost
The Government fund has allocated grants to events in Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu.
Whisking it all for carrot cake triumph
The Ohakune Carrot Carnival started in 1971.
Carrots, cars, country music: King’s Birthday weekend events
The weather is not looking great for Whanganui and region, with showers and wind expected.
Councillors sound alarm on ‘evil twin’ bill
A councillor has urged her council to take a stand against the Regulatory Standards Bill.
Council floats supergroup proposal for community feedback
Ruapehu is considering a “potentially more beneficial” water services partnership.
Late advice shake-up forces councils to rethink water reform plans
New guidelines suggest 50,000 connections for cost efficiency.
Treaty settlement renames iconic sites in central North Island
The name changes follow the Treaty settlement of iwi collective Te Korowai o Wainuiārua.
Ruapehu council grappling $700,000 overspend
A review is under way and the mayor says it must be 'done in a fair and just way'.
Puanga to star at Matariki celebrations
The hautapu ceremony will be hosted by Ngāti Rangi at the base of Mt Ruapehu.
Go it alone: Submitters back status quo for water delivery
'Support your ratepayers and vote as instructed by your community.'
‘Critical milestone’ for Whakapapa ski field
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton is urging unity over the 10-year lease.
Anzac Day: Commemorations in Whanganui region
'There are a few milestones that need to be recognised.'
Rubbish invasion: Council dealing with dumping from Raetihi
Clearing up the Te Hue Rd site takes a five-person team four hours each week.
Police crack down on road safety
During the four-day operation, 7755 drivers were breath tested.
Minister directs Health NZ to revive stalled health centre
Minister Simeon Brown says work on the new Waimarino Wellness Centre will be accelerated.
DIY crafts to ninja challenges: School holiday events for the family
South Taranaki, Rangitīkei, Ruapehu and Whanganui are jam-packed with family-friendly fun.
'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'.
Iwi, mayors, tourism partners team up to finish cycle trail
The group has formed the charitable trust Ngā Ara Tūhono to secure funding.
‘A bit more driving’: Whanganui electorate area could increase massively
'It would be physically demanding to service that area with any degree of regularity.'
Whanganui and Ruapehu partner to draw in film industry
Mt Ngauruhoe in Ruapehu features in the Lord of The Rings films.
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.
Council cautioned against Māori ward bias
A councillor wanted the Māori ward referendum labelled as discriminatory.