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Mt Ruapehu crater lake temp rising again
The crater lake is now sitting at 31C, overflowing into the nearby Whangaehu River.
Whanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New Year
Whanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.
Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation chairwoman retiring
Mavis Mullins has been at the helm of the incorporation for 12 years.
'We should be in orange': Whanganui mayor and MP at odds over traffic light system
Whanganui's mayor and MP have differing views on the framework.
Health boss: Jab order created 'great deal of angst'
One employee was stood down or lost their job, another "chose to walk away".
Ninety-minute trip: Birthing unit closed after midwife stands down
Expectant mothers will now have to travel over an hour to give birth.
Local jobs boost from conservation partnership
Ngāti Rangi is teaming up with DoC on projects that will create jobs for local people.
Vaccine mandates for council staff on the table
All councils are undertaking a health and safety review before deciding on mandates.
Housing top priority for Ngāti Rangi
The central North Island iwi is developing housing opportunities in the Ruapehu area.
Six stand for seats on Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation board
The Māori-owned incorporation manages one of New Zealand's biggest farms.
Ruapehu hīkoi supporting Māori wards cancelled
The hīkoi was organised in support of additional Māori representation on the council.
Crossing the Tongariro: Take a day or a little longer
Whether you make it a one-day experience or longer, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is epic.
Quick action from crews at mill fire
A second pulp fire at Karioi mill is being investigated to find the cause
Johnny Nation's world famous Chocolate Éclair Shop changes hands
Ohakune's famous Chocolate Éclair Shop sold to Taumarunui buyer.
Three Aucklanders referred to health authorities after Tauranga trip
The Bay of Plenty DHB has been contacted for comment.
'They've mucked it up': Ōhakune locals angry at Aucklanders who snuck onto ski field
The three Aucklanders were arrested on Wednesday.
Loss of Ruapehu spring skiing 'heartbreaking'
"It's heartbreaking because there's nothing you can do about it."
Iwi collective urges Māori to take their whānau for Covid jabs
Te Ranga Tupua has reactivated to help support local Māori through the Delta outbreak.
One-lane bridge death: Would metal barriers have saved a life?
Sun strike, poor layout, smashed barriers, speed, and fatigue all played a part.
Polar blast: Desert Road closed
Snow is expected as low as 300m in some spots of the central North Island.
Snow business ploughs on at Ruapehu
Ruapehu businesses are looking forward to an influx of domestic tourists this winter.
Ruapehu rugby in mourning
Senior co-coach Mark (Boof) Green died on Wednesday when his truck rolled.
Person dies following Ohakune truck crash
The single-vehicle crash happened just outside Ohakune township.
Council offers $200 per household to fix dripping taps
Fixing Ohakune's water leaks could prevent the usual winter "boil water" notices.
'Dire' shortage of staff for Ruapehu's ski areas
Border restrictions mean the ski areas may be unable to open on time.
First rail tour group gets 'royal treatment'
Two new rail options look set to boost the Ruapehu winter visitor season.
Overseas acts lined up for Ohakune Mardi Gras
NZ is 'the only place in the world where you can play to huge crowds'.
Horopito hideaway: Away from it all at Ruapehu's Nightsky Cottage
Luxurious eco cottage fills a niche in the Ruapehu accommodation market.
House 'totally destroyed' by fire near Waiouru
Two fire engines and a tanker responded to the blaze.
Snow factory hits Mt Ruapehu slopes
Mt Ruapehu's winter season is set to run until October 25 - snow permitting.
Cause of central North Island power outage not determined
Power was restored to the 4000-plus homes three hours after the outage.
Four thousand central North Island properties without power
A fault on the Transpower network has cut electricity to the central North Island.
Ruapehu trails latest challenge for Australian fundraiser
Montana O'Neill is doing Te Araroa Trail to raise awareness and funds for cystic fibrosis.