Mt Ruapehu staff put through their paces
Staff have been preparing for the winter ski season with scenario training.
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Polar blast: Desert Road closed
Snow is expected as low as 300m in some spots of the central North Island.
Watch: Ruapehu Seniors perform rousing haka in honour of coach
The senior side went on to win the match 38-5.
Whanganui rowers and paddler heading for Tokyo
Whanganui has an unprecedented number of athletes going to the Tokyo Olympics.
'Dire' shortage of staff for Ruapehu's ski areas
Border restrictions mean the ski areas may be unable to open on time.
Overseas acts lined up for Ohakune Mardi Gras
NZ is 'the only place in the world where you can play to huge crowds'.
Roading projects take precedence in land transport plan
Mayor says he has done a bit of "table-thumping" in support of improved public transport.
Raetihi businesses consulted in community hub project
Consultation with businesses rounds off the first step toward a new Raetihi community hub.
Two injured, one critical after crash near Raetihi
Two helicopters were sent to transfer the injured patients to hospital.
Snow factory hits Mt Ruapehu slopes
Mt Ruapehu's winter season is set to run until October 25 - snow permitting.
Cause of central North Island power outage not determined
Power was restored to the 4000-plus homes three hours after the outage.
Four thousand central North Island properties without power
A fault on the Transpower network has cut electricity to the central North Island.
The Monday Q&A with Kyle Dalton
Whanganui's Kyle Dalton has had a varied life, with a keen interest in military history.
Vintage motorcycles take to River Rd
Riders travelled Whanganui River Rd and the Parapara stretch of SH4 in the Castrol Trial.
Motorist dead after SH4 Raetihi crash
Car hits power pole on southern edge of Raetihi, leaving one dead.
'Conversations', summit to discuss health aspirations
Hopes are high for a better health system in the Waimarino.
Ruapehu District Council has a lot to BBB happy about
Ruapehu District Council is performing well in communications and community engagement.
Obituary: Rob Bartley 'was such an incredible man'
Rob Bartley is fondly remembered for his devotion to family and the Whanganui community.
Deserved win for Pullen at sheepdog trials
The club stalwart starred at the Parapara/Makirikiri club trials with two maiden dogs.
Raetihi Gutbuster returns for 10th event
The Raetihi Gutbuster is back, with challenges for walkers, runners and cyclists.
Police name victim of fatal crash near Whanganui
The death is the third road fatality in the Manawatū-Whanganui region in 2021.
Bartley initiative brings health care to the people
Robert Bartley and family have started a foundation to fund region health care.
Ruapehu 'well placed' to weather international tourism slump
Ruapehu tourism operators say they fit the bill for what Kiwis want from domestic travel.
Ruapehu Māori ward petition fails at first hurdle
The petition for a poll on the proposed Ruapehu Māori ward has fallen short.
Stats reveal drop in numbers smoking
MP and health support staff encourage smokers to get help to quit this year.
Ruapehu residents likely to go to the polls on Maori ward
A petition with 550 signatures was delivered to the council last week.
Monday Q&A: Whanganui photographer Gail Imhoff
The Whanganui awa offers endless opportunities to capture beautiful images.
The Monday Q&A: Actor Chris McKenzie talks treading the boards and why he loves Whanganui
Actor Chris McKenzie talks treading the boards and why he loves Whanganui.
Islands, beaches, history offer summer fun
Get out and about with the Whanganui Summer Programme.
Ohakune community leader's years of dedication recognised
Bruce Thompson has been a volunteer firefighter for 55 years.
Year in Review: June 2020
June saw the move to level 1, a bizarre Lotto draw, and a visit from some marine mammals.
Eight groups receive funding for Whangaehu Catchment protection
Over $60,000 was awarded to eight different organisations.
Pregnant woman seriously injured in Raetihi stabbing
Police said there was an altercation between two women known to each other.
'Tis the season! Where to watch this year's Christmas parades
Christmas Parades in Whanganui, Rangitikei and Ruapehu begin in Taihape this weekend.