Chateau bidders need more certainty, mayor says
The historic hotel has been closed for more than a year.
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Shuttered Chateau Tongariro costing taxpayers $2.2m a year to sit empty
A year after closing, the future of the empty hotel is uncertain.
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.
Status quo or room to grow? Airport's future being mapped out
Uncertainty over aeronautical fees remains an issue for airport users.
The Lines Company told to clean its act up
Company told to do better after 'concerning' power outages.
New car dealership after slice of Whanganui action
'We couldn’t believe our luck when we got the site.'
Award-winning Whanganui restaurant on market
“The bones are there and they’ve been built with blood, sweat and tears . . ."
Just Looking back and bigger than ever
“You have one shot when the customer walks through the door."
Ohakune hotel's history 'as chequered as the iconic dancefloor'
The historic Kings Hotel - the oldest hotel in the central North Island - is up for sale.
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.
State house tenant owed $13,300 back rent
When a visit was made, the tenant's relative had been living in the house rent-free.
Don't know what to have for lunch?
Momiji Grab ‘n’ Go has opened in central Whanganui, offering a new option.
Govt move to support wool will transform rural sector, says Bremworth
Greg Smith says move has potential to double the price of wool farmed in New Zealand.
Whanganui business closing down after 116 years
The site has been bought by a local housing developer.
Fish and chip shop fire destroys 40-year-old hair salon
The shopping centre on St Johns Hill is 'like a little village', the salon owner says.
'A lot of work to do': New hospitality areas for hotel following fire
“It’s about what people want now, not what they wanted in the 1960s and 1970s."
New Whanganui pizza shop's first day busy
Business has been booming for Cliff Pizza so far.
45 years of 'the greatest fun you could ever imagine'
'I stopped and and thought about it and, actually, I’ve never worked a day in my life.'
Whanganui farmer named as new Beef + Lamb associate director
Mark Polson aims to contribute to the B+L board's decision-making as much as possible.
'It's definitely unique': Meet the couple behind Whanganui's latest bar
“It’s just been growing, we’ve got some regulars.”
Shop Whanganui and go into the draw for $6000
The promotion runs until noon on December 14.
'Dream' ski season for Mt Ruapehu bolsters local businesses
It’s not known who will take over Ruapehu Alpine Lifts.
'Completely unique': Rangitīkei River births NZ first for beer
The first beer brewed with a wild yeast is set to be released later in November.
Homeware at the front, wine at the back: The Burrow to open riverside bar
Annette Jones has taken over the entire bottom floor at 49 Taupō Quay.
Family takes Maria Lane in new direction
The award-winning business is celebrating its fourth anniversary.
Defence Force: Firefighter shortage cuts Ōhakea option for diverted airliners
There's a national shortage of qualified personnel and very limited training options.
New businesses pay off for Drews Ave
Spending data showed growth in the section of the CBD including Drews Ave.
Wilsons Hunting’s Ken Wilson giving up the game
"They can come to Wilsons and get quality abuse, is what I tell them."
Ruapehu skifield again goes cap-in-hand to Government
Liquidators say cash reserves were on track to run dry in two months.
Bremworth offers 10-year contracts for strong wool producers
Bremworth CEO says contracts would hopefully give generational security to sheep farmers.
New timber processing plant rises from ashes
The building's previous plant was destroyed in a fire.
Great snow at Ruapehu not translating into bumper business
Skiers and snowboarders have enjoyed some of the best conditions at Ruapehu in years.
'Absolute negligence': Financial expert lashes Kiwi banks, alleges systemic security failures
It’s absolute negligence on the banks’ behalf and it’s an embarrassment internationally.'