Deadly bus crash has left Ruapehu in shock
'If you have a helmet, put it on' - passenger describes moment before impact
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'People had blood coming from their heads': One dead, 18 hurt in Ohakune ski bus crash
Police rushed to the scene just after 2.30pm on Saturday.
Wind downs power lines in Ruapehu District
The wider Whanganui region had some strong winds and spells of heavy rain on Sunday night.
Tremors, rising lake temps signal 'unrest' at Mt Ruapehu
Scientists believe the lake activity is part cycle that's long been observed at Mt Ruapehu
Injured tramper seeks good Samaritan rescuers
Australian tramper Ilse Arndt was carried to safety by a group of five strangers.
Seven homes red-stickered after tornado
Eleven houses are uninhabitable as homeowners bunk with family and friends.
Scenery and history on Raetihi Gutbuster
April 1 event includes options for cyclists and runners
Desert Road closure springs new opportunities
Plenty on offer for tourists affected by Desert Road closure on Wednesday
Multiple rescues in a week on alpine crossing
Police ask that people are prepared to do alpine walks after multiple Tongariro rescues.
Te Araroa trail mentally challenging and full of change, walker
Seasoned United States hiker Matt Swanson climbs Mount Taranaki as a side trip.
Wild and wintry blast to lash North Island in next 24 hours
A vicious storm packing snow, hail, gales and rain is set to lash the North Island.
Saved from certain death: Snowboarder survives cliff plunge
Freezing cold lost man rescued from certain death on mountain.
Tongariro National Park search: Police brings in recovery dogs
Victim recovery dogs were brought in by police yesterday.
Search for missing men continues
More than 100 people, and police divers, are looking for men in Tongariro National Park
Beanie found in search for missing men
But the men are still missing, despite the best efforts of 101 searchers.
Ruapehu i-SITE gearing up for conference
Scores of delegates set for national i-site conference at Chateau Tongariro in September.
Ruapehu track plans raise concerns
Safety big focus for submitters on new tracks and e-bikes in Tongariro National Park.
Tongariro bus crash survivor's promise
Tongariro bus crash survivor Tom Hickey asked his rescuers who paid for their help - their answer surprised him.
Tongariro bus crash: Tour boss speaks
Most of those injured in yesterday's Tongariro National Park bus crash have been discharged from hospital, tour boss says.
Watch NZH Local Focus: Get out of your car for Tongariro Crossing
It's one of the most stunning walks in the world, so you can't expect to park right outside the very beginning of the track on a busy weekend.
Traffic woes facing tourists in Tongariro
One of New Zealand's most popular pristine wilderness excursions is looking at turning roads into makeshift parking lots to counter nightmare traffic woes.
Teen rescued from 8m waterfall hole
A 15-year-old snowboarder miraculously avoided injury after falling down an 8m waterfall hole lined with sharp rocks and icicles on
Trapped students 'having a ball'
High school students among the 80 trapped for two days on Mt Ruapehu are having a great time playing in the snow, says Tukino Ski Field manager.
Road shut: Snow lovers crowd Ruapehu
Skiers and snowboarders flocked to sunny Mt Ruapehu in such great numbers today that the access road to Whakapapa ski area had to be closed.
Ruapehu ski boss heads for retirement
Eruptions, lahars, faster and better facilities, a catastrophic diesel spill and a devastating arson - it's been a hectic 30 years
Mt Ruapehu in 'state of heightened unrest'
Scientists continue to monitor one of New Zealand's volcanic hot spots as underground rumblings reverberate.
Mt Ruapehu alert lifted after 20C rise
Mt Ruapehu's risk of eruption is increasing with its volcanic alert now at Level 2, as DoC also issues warning to climbers and trampers.