Ruapehu WorX (RwX) has been officially launched this week.

Architects and designers Jasmax Central will do extensive consultation on the project.

Ruapehū is one of the first rural councils to introduce the collection service.

But nine pest plants in the Horizons region may be impossible to remove.

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The projects will also create local jobs to assist with the Covid-19 economic recovery.

Ruapehu District has signed up to the new campaign.

Most properties have gone up by 50 percent on average, some as much as 80 per cent.

We are looking to the next thousand years and beyond, says Ngāti Rangi's CEO

Health officials encourage locals and tourists to use Raetihi testing if needed.

Raetihi's Elijah Pue is at number 12 on the Māori Party list.

Mayor Don Cameron says it will help the district recover from the impact of Covid-19.

Ruapehu mayors says Te Oreore slip is being repaired in "record time".

It's a chilly start for snow-covered alpine areas but sunny skies are on their way.

Ruapehu College is celebrating its students' educational achievements.

Just over half of the rates increase will go towards water projects.

The council has Government funding for Covid-19 economic recovery initiatives.

Māori Land Court history and war memorials give Ūpokongaro hall historic standing.

Mayor Don Cameron says it's worth checking whether they are eligible for a rebate.

The mourning family say they're humbled at the outpouring of support and love.

Children were at their grandparents' farm when the farm vehicle went into the pond.

Children were at their grandparents' farm when the farm vehicle went into the pond.

An elderly man has been airlifted to Whanganui Hospital.

Not all facilities will be open but there will be top to bottom skiing at both ski areas.

Speakers will include local and central government and tourism sector representatives.