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Govt considering 'demolition' for Chateau Tongariro, deemed a ‘fiscal risk’ in Budget 2025
Options are being investigated for the site, 'including demolition'.
Tūroa Ski Field amps up for winter season
After a period of uncertainty, Tūroa Ski Field is ready for the 2025 season.
Strong wind gusts and downpours hit Whanganui
“The mountainous areas will very likely see some snow."
How polar blast will impact Whanganui
'There’s not too much to worry about for Whanganui temperature-wise.'
5 places to inspire your next staycation in NZ
Your really don’t need a far-flung holiday to reap the rewards.
Has school holiday boredom struck already? Head to Ruapehu this winter
Pack your winter gear for Ruapehu.
Govt considers new Ruapehu marae and cultural hub after ‘flawed’ engagement with iwi
Concerns were raised about commercialising the Tūroa family name on Mt Ruapehu.
Mt Ruapehu skifields grasp sliver of hope ahead of school holidays
Some businesses around the skifields have taken drastic measures.
Auckland scientist’s death on Mt Ruapehu a ‘freak accident’ climbing with friends
Wednesday Davis died on Saturday after falling while climbing Mt Ruapehu.
Receivers issue latest update on Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
Buyer must strike a deal with the Crown to agree to continue to operate giant skifield.
Putin makes demands to end the war, ski season begins | Morning Bulletin June 15 2024
Putin proposes his requirements for the war on Ukraine to end, the search for Tom Phillips and his children continues and NZ ski season begins today.
Focus: Whakapapa skifield not commercially sustainable
MBIE has warned that Mt Ruapehu’s Whakapapa skifield is not commercially viable for the future.
CBD parking, Mt Ruapehu’s future and Lachlan Jones inquest | Focus Morning Bulletin May 14, 2024
Auckland’s Mayor blasts AT over CBD parking charges, Whakapapa skifield’s future and the Lachie Jones inquest in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / TVNZ / NZHerald
Mount Ruapehu’s Whakapapa skifield not commercially sustainable, Cabinet warned
A number of bidders are aiming to take over the skifield's assets.
Former RAL boss bids for Whakapapa skifield
Dave Mazey says he wants to ensure Whakapapa’s survival.
Mild winter could impact Mt Ruapehu ski season
'I would be surprised if this winter actually ended up being really cold.'
Carnival time celebrates Ohakune's giant carrot turning 40
The 1980s-themed Carrot Carnival is on June 1.
Minister says short skifield concession good for Treaty negotiations
Several iwi oppose any use of their sacred mountain.
Whakapapa, Tūroa reveal 2024 season pass prices as skifields go it alone
Lower-mountain and long-term passes, can the new operators make the ski season work?
DoC approves decade-long Ruapehu deal to save ski season 'for years to come'
DoC gives the local Ohakune business collective the green light for the 2024 ski season.
Ruapehu infrastructure downward spiral could leave tourists out in cold
Mt Ruapehu’s two skifields are still surrounded by uncertainty as the ski season nears.
Government bails out Ruapehu Alpine Lifts again to tune of $7m
But it has said the $7 million will be the last financial support from taxpayers.
Buyer for insolvent Ruapehu Alpine Lifts skifield walks away
A buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.
‘A step forward’: Agreement to sell Tūroa side of Mt Ruapehu signed
Meanwhile, no plans for the Whakapapa side of the mountain are set in stone.
Couple rescued from Mt Ruapehu in dead of night as 'intense' weather sets in
The couple hoped to get off the mountain before bad weather set in, but became lost.
'Very stupid decision': Essential worker who took ski holiday during Covid lockdown sentenced
It's unlikely he would have been caught had he not tried to scam free ski passes.