Whakapapa and Turoa skifields get top-up of snow
Weather permitting, the Whakapapa and Turoa skifields will be open until November 15/16.
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Ruapehu District Council mourns death of councillor
Ben Goddard was a former Ohakune fire chief and supporter of St John.
Local Focus: Thumbs up for Mt Ruapehu skiers
Spring snow means ski season extended. Local Focus is made with funding from NZ On Air.
Removing barriers to wellbeing for Whanganui whānau
Whanganui social workers share their stories for their celebration day.
Summer funding secured for Mt Ruapehu operation
Mt Ruapehu's two ski fields have secured funding for this summer's sightseeing season.
Ngati Rangi holds first post-settlement election
We are looking to the next thousand years and beyond, says Ngāti Rangi's CEO
Woman sought by police, mardi gras delayed
Police are seeking information on the whereabouts of Rachel Anne Boyd
Warmer, drier in August with more of the same to come
Whanganui's warmer and drier winter continues into a predicted warmer and drier spring.
Club rugby wrap: Ruapehū gives it everything against Taihape
The final points table stayed identical to last week despite truly competitive matches.
Why there is no Covid-19 CBAC in Waimarino
Health officials encourage locals and tourists to use Raetihi testing if needed.
Mt Ruapehu latest to be struck by cyber attacks; fights back
Mt Ruapehu Alpine Lifts says the attack only hampered its operations for a few minutes.
Community backs mountain cycleway funding
Ohakune Mountain Road Cycle Trail has seen an outpouring of support from the community.
Ruapehu welcomes government funding for social housing
Mayor Don Cameron says it will help the district recover from the impact of Covid-19.
Premier rugby crunch time
There are two high-stakes matches at either end of the six-team points table.
Ruapehū iwi follows Taranaki's lead, calls for regional lockdown
Ngāti Rangi chairman Whetu Moataane says he doesn't know why regions aren't shut already.
High noon decision
A decision on Saturday Whanganui rugby action will be made at noon on Friday.
Multiple squash titles for Whanganui club
The teams event is held across the Squash Central district for B to F Grade players.
Waste not: High tech rubbish bins installed in Ruapehu district
The council says the bins will cost less to service than normal rubbish bins.
Small businesses get helping hand from Government
Local businesses have been able to access expert advice to help with Covid-19 challenges.
Northern sub-union derby day signals end of round one of Whanganui premier rugby
The tables have turned for Taihape in its clash with fellow Northern sub-union Ruapehu.
$1.4 million boost for Whanganui, Ruapehu tourism
Each Regional Tourism Organisation has received $700,000 in Government funding.
Local Focus: Rangitīkei electorate explained
Explore the Rangitīkei electorate and its vast woolshed. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rangitīkei electorate explained
Explore the Rangitīkei electorate and its vast woolshed. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Fire crews from across region called to Ohakune house fire
There have been no reports of injuries related to Saturday's blaze.
Boy racer vandalism puts big bills on ratepayers
It's a recurring problem in Ohakune and Rangataua, with locals urged to dob in culprits.
Marist v Border could go either way
Border and Marist could easily been in reverse places on the table heading into Saturday.
Former Māori All Black Ray 'Rocky' Parr a 'Lion Tamer'
Parr was in the Wanganui-King Country side that beat the British Isles team 54 years ago.
Plenty to talk about in club rugby's second round
Rare home wins, Houdini escapes and drawn senior matches were some of the features.
What is the future of Ohakune?
The hui will be held on August 5 at the Ayr Street council chambers.
Winter wonderland: Snow covers central North Island
Thick snow has covered parts of the central North Island this morning.
Tribute proposed for rugby figurehead as club season kicks off
Club rugby season opened on Saturday with some promising opening matches.
Border kicks off season with convincing win
The Waverley side took on Ruapehu in Waverley on Saturday.
Covid-19 considered in Ruapehu rates increase
Just over half of the rates increase will go towards water projects.
Baked goods selling like cheesecakes in Ohakune
The new Blind Finch Bakehouse is a winner in Ruapehu.