Waikato HeraldFrom ashes to renewal: How Tongariro’s blackened slopes could heal themselvesThe fire scorched 3000ha, about 4% of Tongariro National Park.20 Nov 01:28 AM
Waikato HeraldHeavy rain batters North Island as multiple warnings remain in place, state highway floodedAuckland faces an early morning soaking as the downpour moves east.18 Nov 08:24 PM
Waikato Herald'In this sadness, we find strength': Tongariro tracks reopen after fire'It won’t look quite like it did before... it's a sobering view.'16 Nov 10:03 PM
Waikato Herald'Doesn’t mean the fire is out': Fire crews remain at Tongariro National Park11 Nov 04:00 PM
LiveWaikato HeraldLive: ‘It doesn't mean it's not still burning underground’ - Tongariro fire size remains unchanged10 Nov 10:18 PM
Waikato Herald'No visible signs of fire': Steady rain aids battle against Tongariro blaze10 Nov 03:18 AM
Waikato Herald'Like the end of the world': Hiker describes evac amid falling ash as fire closed in09 Nov 06:38 AM
Waikato Herald'Hellscape': Whakapapa Village evacuated as crews battle Tongariro blaze09 Nov 04:52 AM
Waikato Herald'Welcome to Mordor': Resort owner says massive Tongariro blaze a 'hellscape'08 Nov 10:33 PM
LiveWaikato HeraldWatch: Trapped trucks wind past slips in Awakino Gorge, emergency centre set up as rivers rise14 Oct 12:27 AM
Waikato HeraldLocal elections 2025: Kirton retains Ruapehu mayoraltyThere were four Ruapehu mayoral candidates this year. 11 Oct 01:45 AM
Waikato HeraldMayor backs quake rule changes as boost for Chateau TongariroThe 96-year-old landmark was shut in 2023 because of earthquake risk.30 Sep 07:14 PM
Waikato HeraldTe Rangimaheu named successor as Ngāti Tūwharetoa arikiThousands gathered at Waihī Marae in Tūrangi to farewell Tā Tumu Te Heuheu.29 Sep 11:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHundreds gather in Waihī to farewell Ngāti Tūwharetoa chief Sir Tumu Te HeuheuSir Tumu Te Heuheu died aged 84, leaving a legacy of calm leadership.28 Sep 01:15 AM
Waikato HeraldSir Tumu Te Heuheu remembered for decades of iwi leadershipThe influential iwi leader is remembered for his calm authority and kaitiakitanga.22 Sep 09:38 PM
Waikato Herald'We’ll foot the bill': 15,000-signature petition pushes Govt on Chateau Tongariro’s futureRuapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says an investor needs a DoC concession of 100 years or more.16 Sep 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldThe plan to turn car cemetery into community space'We’ve got the opportunity to do something incredibly positive.'04 Sep 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldVisitor fees for Tongariro Crossing spark concerns for business owners'It is an iconic walk … attracting people to this area. We must keep promoting it.'22 Aug 06:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Alive or dead?': Wife's agonising wait after husband vanishes while kayakingSearchers found his kayak. That meant 'there's a human body somewhere'.21 Aug 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldOur Changing World: Turning Taupō greenProject Tongariro battles invasive species to help restore vital wetlands.07 Aug 04:36 AM
Waikato Herald'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
Waikato HeraldWoman illegally takes dogs into Tongariro National Park, posts about it on FacebookDogs are banned in the park, including in vehicles and skifields.06 Aug 05:51 AM
Waikato Herald'Freezing conditions': Police rescue man on Tongariro Crossing The man called for help, realising he wasn't equipped for the cold.24 Jul 10:19 PM
Waikato HeraldDefence Force gear up for exercise and training in Papua New GuineaBefore the journey, New Zealand Army gunners conducted an exercise in Waiouru.21 Jul 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldMt Ruapehu avalanche buries four skiers, one left with only their hand sticking out of snowThe group triggered an avalanche on the mountain's backcountry, near Glacier Knob.21 Jul 02:50 AM
Waikato HeraldWWI soldier’s journal of scientific breakthrough gifted to National Army Museum'Purdie’s observations of a particular method of water sterilisation are remarkable.'20 Jul 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHeavy rain expected for Tongariro National ParkAround 100-130mm of rain is expected from 10am to midnight on July 3.02 Jul 12:53 AM
Waikato HeraldNew hut in works as Tongariro Great Walk delays openingWalkers face a 20km trek between Mangatepopo and Waihohonu huts.05 Jun 12:01 AM
Waikato HeraldTop-tier: Peter Carty honoured for services to flyfishing'When the world seems to be against you, flyfishing can bring you back to reality.'02 Jun 12:00 AM
Waikato HeraldIwi, mayors, tourism partners team up to finish cycle trailThe group has formed the charitable trust Ngā Ara Tūhono to secure funding.08 Apr 03:32 AM
Waikato HeraldNgāti Hāua sets sights on self-determination and changeThe lead iwi negotiator says jobs, housing and health improvements are priorities.01 Apr 08:35 PM
Waikato HeraldRāhui in place at one of Aotearoa’s top hikes after death on trackPolice extended their condolences to the family and the track will reopen Wednesday.22 Mar 06:24 AM
Waikato HeraldPopular day hike deceptively dangerousEaster visitors are warned not to be complacent about the Tongariro Crossing.21 Mar 04:00 PM
