New ZealandPolice investigate cause of abandoned house fireCrews from Ohakune and Raetihi were called to SH49 on Tuesday night.13 Mar 01:33 AM
New ZealandŌhakune housing development scuppered with Kāinga Ora withdrawalNgāti Rangi says the decision is a major setback for the community.28 Feb 10:05 PM
New ZealandOhakune hotel's history 'as chequered as the iconic dancefloor'The historic Kings Hotel - the oldest hotel in the central North Island - is up for sale.14 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandFuture of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts uncertain as buyer backs outRuapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says the decision is frustrating for local businesses.11 Feb 09:48 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismBuyer for insolvent Ruapehu Alpine Lifts skifield walks awayA buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.07 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandExperts warn trampers to be prepared on Tongariro Alpine Crossing'It’s things like walking the track in jandals.'07 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuNational Park Village renaming proposal splits communityTe Korowai o Wainuiārua wants National Park village and railway station's original name.02 Feb 08:34 PM
Crime'Very stupid decision': Essential worker who took ski holiday during Covid lockdown sentencedIt's unlikely he would have been caught had he not tried to scam free ski passes.18 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandDazzling dozen: Waikato locals scoop up New Year HonoursAmong the recipients are a Major General and a Police Detective Inspector.12 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandDental professional honoured in New Year listBarbara Dewson began her career as a school dental nurse in Ohakune.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPublic feedback sought on bid to operate Tūroa skifieldThe Department of Conservation is seeking public feedback on Pure Tūroa's application.19 Dec 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKāinga Ora ready to proceed with Ōhakune housing projectA lobby group wants the new Government to put the project on hold.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandState Highway 4 in Ruapehu reopens after truck crashA truck rolled over on the highway on Tuesday night.14 Nov 08:46 PM
New ZealandRuapehu council wants Government assurance on environmental standards“There is quite a lot of work involved."19 Oct 02:42 AM
New ZealandElection 2023: Suze Redmayne will be first female MP for RangitīkeiRedmayne's immediate plans included increasing the police presence in Feilding.15 Oct 03:46 AM
New ZealandFire crews respond to smoke coming from Raetihi buildingTwo crews from Raetihi and one from Ōhakune were at the scene.02 Oct 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRuapehu skifield again goes cap-in-hand to GovernmentLiquidators say cash reserves were on track to run dry in two months.29 Sep 02:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandŌhakune social housing going ahead despite council, community dispute'You can consult until the cows come home, but you’ll never satisfy all parties.'28 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandTramper rescued off Mt Ruapehu after falling, suffering serious fracturesThe man in his 30s was walking 4000 metres up the mountain before his fall.07 Sep 06:14 AM
CrimeMan who escaped Auckland lockdown for ski trip convicted and dischargedThe trio used their essential worker status to get out of Auckland during lockdown.07 Sep 05:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRuapehu council and property owners clash over Ōhakune developmentAn online petition opposing the development gained over 1200 signatures.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaimarino Art Awards return after three yearsSubmissions for the awards close on September 15.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson critically injured in Ohakune crashAnother person suffered minor injuries.26 Aug 08:53 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow snow on Mt Ruapehu will change in future“It’s going to be essential that we keep warming below 2C.”24 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Heart-stopping moment overtaking car narrowly misses head-on crashA hatchback driver narrowly avoided a head-on collision with a truck.22 Aug 07:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThree-way partnership for Ōhakune housing developmentThe Ruapehu housing development will cater for different needs.13 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCarrot Park a popular stop-off for visitors and localsThe Ohakune Carrot Park attracts an average of 10,000 visitors a month.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew rail overbridge in Ohakune to openThe first of two restored Ohakune bridges opens on Friday, August 11.10 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandWork under way to repair Ōhakune motel fire damageThe hotel is planned to be fully repaired by the end of the week.07 Aug 02:54 AM
New ZealandŌhakune fire: Crews battle 'challenging' motel blazeMotel guests were woken by the fire alarm around 3am.06 Aug 12:15 AM
KahuTreaty of Waitangi settlement 'just crumbs off the table. But the healing has to start''This piece of justice will re-energise and boost all the peoples in this area.'02 Aug 10:58 PM
New Zealand$30m and apology for iwi who paid the price for the nation's developmentThe tribes' areas of interest include the middle reaches of the Whanganui River.30 Jul 04:10 AM
New ZealandState Highway 1 reopened between Taihape and WaiōuruThe Desert Road section of the highway remains closed.25 Jul 09:16 PM
KahuLogging veteran turns the turf for start of work on Te Ara o MangawheroThe last time Laurie Weller had taken a shovel to the ground near Tūroa was 196021 Jul 05:00 PM
