'I couldn't wait to come back': Meet councillor and business owner Janelle Hinch
'I’ve been living here for over 20 years now, and I love this place.'
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Skifield reveals prices for former life-pass holders
Pure Tūroa says ski passes will go on sale on April 15.
DoC approves decade-long Ruapehu deal to save ski season 'for years to come'
DoC gives the local Ohakune business collective the green light for the 2024 ski season.
Māori ward referendums: ‘A slap in the face of Māoridom’
Whanganui District Mayor Andrew Tripe says decisions 'should be made at council level'.
Skifield 'viable but risky' business
Dave Mazey says Whakapapa could be a commercial success.
Government bails out Ruapehu Alpine Lifts again to tune of $7m
But it has said the $7 million will be the last financial support from taxpayers.
Police investigate cause of abandoned house fire
Crews from Ohakune and Raetihi were called to SH49 on Tuesday night.
Ōhakune housing development scuppered with Kāinga Ora withdrawal
Ngāti Rangi says the decision is a major setback for the community.
Ohakune hotel's history 'as chequered as the iconic dancefloor'
The historic Kings Hotel - the oldest hotel in the central North Island - is up for sale.
Future of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts uncertain as buyer backs out
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says the decision is frustrating for local businesses.
Buyer for insolvent Ruapehu Alpine Lifts skifield walks away
A buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.
Experts warn trampers to be prepared on Tongariro Alpine Crossing
'It’s things like walking the track in jandals.'
National Park Village renaming proposal splits community
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua wants National Park village and railway station's original name.
'Very stupid decision': Essential worker who took ski holiday during Covid lockdown sentenced
It's unlikely he would have been caught had he not tried to scam free ski passes.
New sculpture brings mountains to Whanganui riverside
Artist Greg Tuthill was inspired by his childhood memories.
Dental professional honoured in New Year list
Barbara Dewson began her career as a school dental nurse in Ohakune.
Public feedback sought on bid to operate Tūroa skifield
The Department of Conservation is seeking public feedback on Pure Tūroa's application.
Kāinga Ora ready to proceed with Ōhakune housing project
A lobby group wants the new Government to put the project on hold.
State Highway 4 in Ruapehu reopens after truck crash
A truck rolled over on the highway on Tuesday night.
Unique Enviroschool projects awarded funding
25 schools in the region were awarded funding from 38 applicants.
Ruapehu council wants Government assurance on environmental standards
“There is quite a lot of work involved."
Election 2023: Suze Redmayne will be first female MP for Rangitīkei
Redmayne's immediate plans included increasing the police presence in Feilding.
'Never imagined in my wildest dreams'
Meet Ruapehu's colourful district councillor David "Rabbit" Nottage.
Ruapehu council thanks Peggy Frew for long service
Her dedication to the Ōhakune community has been recognised by Ruapehu District Council.
Fire crews respond to smoke coming from Raetihi building
Two crews from Raetihi and one from Ōhakune were at the scene.
Ruapehu skifield again goes cap-in-hand to Government
Liquidators say cash reserves were on track to run dry in two months.
Ōhakune social housing going ahead despite council, community dispute
'You can consult until the cows come home, but you’ll never satisfy all parties.'
Tramper rescued off Mt Ruapehu after falling, suffering serious fractures
The man in his 30s was walking 4000 metres up the mountain before his fall.
Ruapehu council and property owners clash over Ōhakune development
An online petition opposing the development gained over 1200 signatures.
Waimarino Art Awards return after three years
Submissions for the awards close on September 15.
Person critically injured in Ohakune crash
Another person suffered minor injuries.
How snow on Mt Ruapehu will change in future
“It’s going to be essential that we keep warming below 2C.”
Watch: Heart-stopping moment overtaking car narrowly misses head-on crash
A hatchback driver narrowly avoided a head-on collision with a truck.
Three-way partnership for Ōhakune housing development
The Ruapehu housing development will cater for different needs.