New Zealand‘Just stunned silence’: Mill closure shocks rural community'Our local towns... it’s probably going to wreck them.'10 Sep 08:07 PM
New ZealandTruck carrying 'dangerous goods' catches fireFire crews returned to the scene to make sure the fire wasn’t going to reignite.04 Sep 10:34 PM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu life pass holders 'devastated' at losing their $4k passes after liquidation'The majority of life pass holders have had a very sour taste left in their mouth.'04 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand#RescueRuapehu campaign launchedA petition urges the Government to intervene to save hundreds of jobs.03 Sep 08:46 PM
New Zealand'No one is going to want to live here': Proposed mill closure threatens townThe proposed closure of two large North Island mills is already hurting the local economy.29 Aug 03:32 AM
New Zealand'Outdated' rural copper landlines on way out'There is no need for anybody to be using it.'27 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Keep the lights on’: Community rallies over mills threat'I believe this can be fixed – there needs to be an intervention.'27 Aug 02:56 AM
New ZealandMayors 'cautiously optimistic' about keeping mills from closingThe Government has invited the mayors to work with WPI on possible solutions.22 Aug 09:59 PM
New Zealand‘We pulled out all the stops’: Rampant power costs crush hope for Ruapehu millsChief executive Mike Ryan said rapidly increasing energy prices were unsustainable.21 Aug 09:53 PM
Kahu‘Don’t be scared, mate’: Councillors defend Māori wardCouncillors are talking with the community about the future of Ruapehu's Māori ward.16 Aug 12:27 AM
Kahu‘Backward move’: Councillor slams mandate to undo Māori wardsFiona Kahukura Hadley-Chase says it is an attempt to 'diminish Māori representation'.14 Aug 09:25 PM
New ZealandWhanganui ambulance officers under pressurePatients may have to self-transport to hospital or a medical clinic during planned strike.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'No cash, no housing’: Council calls on Government to actRuapehu District Council says it is bowing out from financing housing developments.14 Aug 01:32 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: We’re getting close to an energy crisisOPINION: Our electricity prices last week were said to be the highest in the world.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater funding remains problem for councilsA rural mayor says there’s no incentive for councils to band together in new entities.07 Aug 08:41 PM
New Zealand'Mountain keeps getting higher': Operational pause at Ruapehu millsWPI chief executive Mike Ryan says 'some sort of government intervention' may be required.05 Aug 11:23 PM
KahuCouncil calls public meetings on future of Māori wardRuapehu District Council will have meetings in Ohakune and Taumarunui.02 Aug 01:16 AM
Kahu'The community had its say'Ruapehu District Council wants an exemption from new legislation on Māori wards.30 Jul 03:12 AM
New ZealandNew facility for Central Plateau emergency operationsIt will provide a central point for search and rescue operations and emergency management.21 Jul 11:55 PM
New ZealandPolice seize cannabis in lolly packets'It really shows you what length criminals will go to.'15 Jul 02:21 AM
New ZealandOhakune's Top 10 in the top fiveThe holiday park is a finalist in the national hospitality awards.10 Jul 02:21 AM
New ZealandRotokura Reserve walk had 'precious' experience in store for local walkersThe reserve is in the Tongariro National Park.09 Jul 11:20 PM
TravelHas school holiday boredom struck already? Head to Ruapehu this winterPack your winter gear for Ruapehu.09 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu skifields grasp sliver of hope ahead of school holidaysSome businesses around the skifields have taken drastic measures.05 Jul 07:14 AM
New ZealandWaiouru exercises important in 'volatile, uncertain and complex world'Realistic scenarios help soldiers keep ready for any eventuality.28 Jun 02:43 AM
New ZealandHotel fate hangs in balanceThe Save the Chateau petition closes on August 31.25 Jun 12:59 AM
New ZealandBirthday bash for Ohakune's carrotMore than 8000 people attended the carnival and birthday celebration in Ohakune.02 Jun 11:27 PM
New ZealandRuapehu civil defence controller calls for more resources'Communities are the first level of response during emergencies'24 May 02:34 AM
New ZealandFormer Ruapehu Alpine Lifts boss confident of making a profitDave Mazey disagrees with Government concerns over Whakapapa's commercial viability.16 May 10:06 PM
New ZealandWaimarino Health Centre development plan moves forward'We are now back on track to progress this development.'08 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFormer RAL boss bids for Whakapapa skifieldDave Mazey says he wants to ensure Whakapapa’s survival.05 May 10:26 PM
New ZealandMild winter could impact Mt Ruapehu ski season'I would be surprised if this winter actually ended up being really cold.'03 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCarnival time celebrates Ohakune's giant carrot turning 40The 1980s-themed Carrot Carnival is on June 1.03 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSouffle wins inaugural carrot cook-off competitionThe first-ever carrot cook-off in NZ saw a carrot souffle crowned number one.02 May 03:32 AM
