New ZealandCouncil staffer now deputy mayorSecond-term councillor Brenda Ralph is Ruapehu's new deputy.24 Oct 02:16 AM
New ZealandRuapehu ratepayers face $1m storm recovery billThe district has been battered by three storms in five months.22 Oct 02:45 AM
New Zealand'I had to fight to stay alive': Victim stabbed 18 times before grabbing knife from frenzied attackerShe suffered severe head trauma from the attack, which happened outside a police station.21 Oct 06:30 AM
New ZealandAuckland man has car impounded, court summons after car filmed overtaking dangerously on ski road18 Aug 09:12 PM
New Zealand'Fine young man' electrocuted after simple steps to avoid power line danger weren't takenIrish worker Sean Clear was just three days away from his 25th birthday when he died.06 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandTemperatures plummet below zero, more frosty days in week aheadFrosts for Auckland, more possible tomorrow; Chch records coldest temperature of month.20 Jul 10:32 PM
New Zealand'Just incredible': Pupils save choking child on school busThe St John in Schools programme taught them vital lifesaving skills.03 Jul 06:13 PM
New ZealandHill farming and Arabian horse breeding in TaumarunuiThe Duncans breed Crabbet Arabians, known for their stamina and agility.21 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuNgāti Hāua Treaty settlement begins journey through ParliamentIt is the beginning of the process to enact the central North Island tribe’s settlement.13 May 01:11 AM
KahuNgāti Hāua sets sights on self-determination and changeThe lead iwi negotiator says jobs, housing and health improvements are priorities.01 Apr 08:35 PM
New ZealandTarzan smashes out ‘pretty gnarly’ Whanganui River adventureBrenden Hawkins has raised $4600 for mental health and is keen for more challenges.31 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuCrown apologises for bringing ‘death and division’ to Ngāti HāuaThe settlement includes $20.4m in financial redress and the return of 64 sites.30 Mar 11:23 PM
New ZealandPaerata Abraham regains NZ Shears open speed shear titleWairarapa shearing contractor Paerata Abraham beat his employee, Llyr Jones.28 Mar 03:35 AM
KahuCouncil cautioned against Māori ward biasA councillor wanted the Māori ward referendum labelled as discriminatory.26 Mar 10:47 PM
Kahu‘Peace’ for Ngāti Hāua negotiator ahead of signing Deed of SettlementNgāti Hāua will sign its Deed of Settlement at Ngāpūwaiwaha Marae in Taumarunui.24 Mar 11:12 PM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing 79yo manThe man was reported missing after his car was found on February 21.20 Mar 05:19 AM
Kahu‘Benefit us all’: ‘Historic’ partnership deal signedNgāti Hāua Iwi Trust and Ruapehu District Council have signed a confidential agreement.26 Feb 09:04 PM
KahuIwi voters back Ngāti Hāua Treaty settlementThe settlement includes statutory pardons for tūpuna wrongfully convicted in 1846.19 Feb 08:40 PM
New ZealandWatch: The best and worst-performing hospital EDs in NZ revealedOfficial information reveals the best and worst performing hospital emergency departments.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice boost presence for Mongrel Mob reunion in King CountryThe gathering will take place over five days in the Taringamotu valley area.12 Feb 10:44 PM
New ZealandPolice to monitor five-day gang reunionExtra police staff will ensure safety and minimise public disruption.11 Feb 06:55 PM
Kahu‘Huge task ahead’ for Ngāti Hāua trusteesOne new and three returning trustees have been elected for the Treaty settlement entity.19 Dec 11:19 PM
EntertainmentNaked in the Trees: where clothing is optional and conversation sparksThe organisers are bringing in some 'pretty whompy' sound systems.28 Nov 07:53 PM
New Zealand'Extremely sad situation': Dog euthanised after attacking 5-year-old at schoolThe dog was surrendered to the council by its owners and euthanised.05 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuSculptures to tell iwi history on Forgotten World HighwayFive works will bring focus to the cultural significance and tūpuna history of the area.09 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandNZTA advises Auckland to Wellington motorists to avoid SH1A detour of 23km or about 16mins will be in place.04 Oct 04:13 AM
New ZealandRemote Ruapehu restaurant wins national award'We knew it was a fairly crazy project but we ended up putting two and two together.'28 Aug 05:00 PM
