New ZealandMt Ruapehu heats up as tremors increaseGeoNet reports rapid rise in temperature in the mountain's crater lake as well as more shakes than usual.07 Sep 06:39 AM
New ZealandRoad shut: Snow lovers crowd RuapehuSkiers and snowboarders flocked to sunny Mt Ruapehu in such great numbers today that the access road to Whakapapa ski area had to be closed.20 Aug 03:17 AM
TravelTongariro Alpine Crossing: Snow for itChris Daniels finds 10 good reasons to do the Tongariro Crossing in winter.13 Aug 11:10 PM
New ZealandFrozen August as temperatures dropMake sure you wrap up warm for the next few weeks - frigid temperatures are set to make August the coldest month of the year.02 Aug 06:17 AM
BusinessRuapehu ski boss heads for retirementEruptions, lahars, faster and better facilities, a catastrophic diesel spill and a devastating arson - it's been a hectic 30 years 12 Jul 04:07 AM
TravelTongariro: Mountain adventureAndrew Gillick tests his driving and cycling skills in Tongariro National Park.10 Jul 12:30 AM
New ZealandWild winds wreak havoc in North IslandOne New Plymouth family were gifted a trampoline after high winds blew it into their property.08 Jul 06:52 PM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu in 'state of heightened unrest'Scientists continue to monitor one of New Zealand's volcanic hot spots as underground rumblings reverberate.07 Jun 05:32 AM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu alert lifted after 20C riseMt Ruapehu's risk of eruption is increasing with its volcanic alert now at Level 2, as DoC also issues warning to climbers and trampers.10 May 07:47 PM
New ZealandTongariro crossing damaged by heavy rainWalkers planning to trek the Tongariro National Park are urged to take caution after a popular crossing was badly damaged due to heavy rain.19 Jan 04:49 AM
TravelChateau Tongariro: A grand affairDespite its slightly faded glamour, the Chateau still lives up to Tim Roxborogh's childhood expectations.02 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandTongariro proves fiery tooMt Tongariro - long considered a peaceful neighbour to the rowdy Ruapehu - is much more fiery than we ever realised, says a scientist sharing new findings today.13 Aug 10:08 PM
TravelWhat's new on Ruapehu?Jane Jeffries looks forward to ski season at the North Island's great mountain.28 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMissing tramper foundA 61-year-old tramper is missing near Tongariro National Park after he failed to return from a short walk earlier today.24 May 10:46 AM
TravelTongariro Crossing: Are we there yet?A hike up and down a volcano gets Duncan Garner thinking he should really do more of this kind of exercise.19 May 09:00 PM
TravelTongariro: Plot an alpine escapeAndrew Alderson falls hard for the romance of Chateau Tongariro's historic and literary atmosphere.23 Apr 01:00 AM
TravelTongariro: Training for new mumsAndrew Alderson and Junior treat their queen to a Mother's Day break on the Northern Explorer to National Park.16 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandTourist dies in Tongariro National ParkA tourist from Germany died while hiking in Tongariro National Park yesterday.20 Dec 06:08 PM
New ZealandStranded woman says no more trampingA 19-year-old woman who spent a "helpless and hopeless" night stranded on Mt Ngauruhoe wearing a hoodie and yoga pants, says she will never go tramping again.09 Nov 09:21 PM
New ZealandRescuers amazed by hiker's resilienceA team of search and rescue specialists and police were "preparing for the worst" while searching for a woman who spent a night 1500m up Mt Ngauruhoe.09 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNight up wrong mountain in yoga pantsA woman survived a freezing night 1500m up Mt Ngauruhoe after she became separated from her group and climbed the wrong mountain.09 Nov 12:35 AM
TravelTongariro National Park: Easy hike among giantsTongariro National Park turns on a bright blue day for a ramble to its even bluer lakes, writes Josie Dale.12 Oct 11:00 PM
TravelCentral North Island: Snow in July - you can relyPaul Charman on the joys of a weekend driving around the Central Plateau.05 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandCritically hurt digger driver working for KiwirailA digger driver who was critically injured after being hit by a train this morning was carrying out work for KiwiRail.17 Jun 06:50 AM
TravelMt Ruapehu: Adventures in the snowRachel Grunwell offers tips on how to survive taking the kids on a ski holiday.10 May 09:00 PM
TravelTongariro will always be open: IwiNew Zealanders will still have free access to Tongariro National Park and its surrounds despite a report confirming his people's belief its peaks were never gifted to the Crown, says paramount chief.12 Nov 11:06 PM
New ZealandDiesel spill clean-up beginsWork to flush a stream contaminated by a large diesel spill at Tongariro National Park has begun.05 Oct 04:50 AM
New ZealandSmall earthquakes could spark volcanic activityMount Tongariro has been rattled by numerous small earthquakes in the past few weeks, which could spark an increase in volcanic activity, GNS Science says.06 Aug 08:52 AM
TravelTongariro Crossing: Alpine adventureDonna McIntyre feels her fear of heights and does the Tongariro Crossing anyway.08 Jun 03:00 AM
