
Funding for marae emergency response training
Twenty-five Ruapehu marae are involved in the programme.
Twenty-five Ruapehu marae are involved in the programme.
It will provide a central point for search and rescue operations and emergency management.
'It really shows you what length criminals will go to.'
The holiday park is a finalist in the national hospitality awards.
Pack your winter gear for Ruapehu.
Ruapehu District Council hopes to receive a wider range of grant applications.
Some businesses around the skifields have taken drastic measures.
Realistic scenarios help soldiers keep ready for any eventuality.
'Communities are the first level of response during emergencies'
Dave Mazey disagrees with Government concerns over Whakapapa's commercial viability.
Ruapehu District Council and skifield operators discuss plans for the coming season.
'We are now back on track to progress this development.'
Dave Mazey says he wants to ensure Whakapapa’s survival.
'I would be surprised if this winter actually ended up being really cold.'
The 1980s-themed Carrot Carnival is on June 1.
The first-ever carrot cook-off in NZ saw a carrot souffle crowned number one.
Delays of up to 10 minutes can be expected for seven weeks at Whangaehu.
'I’ve been living here for over 20 years now, and I love this place.'
Pure Tūroa says ski passes will go on sale on April 15.
DoC gives the local Ohakune business collective the green light for the 2024 ski season.
Whanganui District Mayor Andrew Tripe says decisions 'should be made at council level'.
Dave Mazey says Whakapapa could be a commercial success.
But it has said the $7 million will be the last financial support from taxpayers.
Crews from Ohakune and Raetihi were called to SH49 on Tuesday night.
Ngāti Rangi says the decision is a major setback for the community.
The historic Kings Hotel - the oldest hotel in the central North Island - is up for sale.
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says the decision is frustrating for local businesses.
A buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.
'It’s things like walking the track in jandals.'