New ZealandStunning capture of Milky Way over Tongariro National ParkPhotographer Larn Berge talks about his journey to take a 180-degree panorama of the Milky Way over the snowy caps of Mount Ruapehu and Mount Ngāuruhoe. Video / Larn BergeWatch08 Aug 12:14 AM
New ZealandWaikato work week off to frosty start with sub-zero temperaturesThe coldest temperature recorded in the region this morning was -2C at Taupō Airport.05 Aug 10:33 PM
New ZealandMan suffers gunshot wounds while hunting in Tongariro ForestDue to the remote location, the man was winched out by helicopter.05 Aug 02:57 AM
New ZealandLodge owner praised for spotting guests’ invasive clam collectionAn Ōwhango business owner found a collection of freshwater gold clams left by guests.17 Jul 09:46 PM
New ZealandRotokura Reserve walk had 'precious' experience in store for local walkersThe reserve is in the Tongariro National Park.09 Jul 11:20 PM
New Zealand‘Beautiful person’: Woman who died climbing Mt Ruapehu was young Auckland uni scientistWednesday Davis graduated in 2022 with a Masters in Marine Science and worked at the uni.01 Jul 06:58 AM
New ZealandWoman dies after Mt Ruapehu climbing accidentA group were climbing on the eastern side when the tragedy struck today.29 Jun 07:25 AM
New ZealandGrassroots Rescue Helicopter helps cyclistThe Grassroots Helicopter Trust helped a woman injured on the Timber Trail.26 Jun 10:31 PM
New Zealand'Instagram-worthy vistas': Tongariro Crossing one of world’s busiest hikesA new ranking shows the popular walk is up with the world's big guns.12 Jun 06:30 PM
New ZealandBoy with chronic lung issues scales Tongariro Alpine CrossingPriests were called to Aiden's bedside. Now he wants to give back to those who helped him.07 Jun 08:56 PM
New Zealand'Magical' book wins festival awardDesmond Bovey's book has been deemed 'of immense value'.28 May 11:56 PM
New ZealandFour people treated by emergency services after car crash in Ruapehu district 'We sent two ambulances and we treated a total of four patients.'13 May 10:10 PM
KahuMinister to decide on village name change proposalTe Korowai o Wainuiārua wants National Park Village to be named Waimarino.10 May 12:33 AM
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
New ZealandGoat control: Helicopters search Tongariro National Park for feral pestsDoC eradicated the local wild goat population last year and hopes to keep it that way.30 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandKaimanawa muster: Wild west comes to WaiouruThe wild horse muster didn't go ahead last year because of Cyclone Gabrielle.29 Apr 11:56 PM
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New ZealandAlpine crossing lakes finally clear of noxious weedThe Emerald Lakes are one of the most photographed parts of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.18 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandTongariro tramper died from medical event, not a fall police sayA rāhui was placed on the mountain as a result of the death of the tramper.10 Apr 11:14 PM
New ZealandTongariro Alpine Crossing closed after tramper diesA person has died while traversing the Tongariro Crossing.09 Apr 05:00 AM
BusinessRuapehu infrastructure downward spiral could leave tourists out in coldMt Ruapehu’s two skifields are still surrounded by uncertainty as the ski season nears.04 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandTūrangi Garden Club donates $3000 to Tongariro wetlands projectAfter a garden ramble fundraiser, a Tūrangi group has made a conservation donation.03 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHeritage painting inside Chateau Tongariro ‘drooping, cracking’Sagging canvas, flaking paint and cracks in historic painting. Who's responsible?30 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHunters brace for busy weekend as roar season amps upSeveral organisations have asked for vigilance in the outdoors this long weekend.27 Mar 06:15 AM
New ZealandBalloons over Waikato who? 19 kiwi take to Hamilton skiesSanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kickstarted its biggest kiwi translocation this week.22 Mar 07:15 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand's most 'Instagrammable' locations revealedA newly released ranking, based on Instagram data, shows the country's most popular spots.28 Feb 01:55 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWill new ministers push back over 'incoherent' $16.5m plan to stop Milford Sound over-tourism?Tourism Minister says some of the Milford Opportunities Project plans are 'incoherent'.21 Feb 04:00 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
New ZealandDesert Road to close at night for five weeksNZTA advises the detour will add about 30 minutes to travel times.05 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandCouple rescued from Mt Ruapehu in dead of night as 'intense' weather sets inThe couple hoped to get off the mountain before bad weather set in, but became lost.29 Jan 08:17 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 ZealandNational Park Village potential name change riles Tauranga business'That would cause quite a bit of confusion.'12 Jan 03:03 PM
New ZealandTourists in hot water after biking Tongariro CrossingBiking is one of the activities banned at the dual world heritage site.09 Jan 10:17 PM
