Latest from Ohakune

Museum Notebook: Fighting fire with fire

The need for a dedicated fire service grew as the town of Whanganui developed.

Ohakune hosts historic Highland dancing event

It is believed to be the first Highland dancing competition held in Ruapehu.

Pulling in tourists by train

The monthly trip drops passengers at Taumarunui, National Park and Ohakune.

Premier teams line up ahead of next week's semifinals

The Grand Hotel Challenge Shield winner could be decided this weekend.

Mt Ruapehu staff put through their paces

Staff have been preparing for the winter ski season with scenario training.

Polar blast: Desert Road closed

Snow is expected as low as 300m in some spots of the central North Island.

Snow business ploughs on at Ruapehu

Ruapehu businesses are looking forward to an influx of domestic tourists this winter.

Watch: Ruapehu Seniors perform rousing haka in honour of coach

The senior side went on to win the match 38-5.

Letters: Speed bumps could solve Glasgow St crossing issue

Readers have their say on the Glasgow St shared pathway lights and extreme weather events.

'Dire' shortage of staff for Ruapehu's ski areas

Border restrictions mean the ski areas may be unable to open on time.

First rail tour group gets 'royal treatment'

Two new rail options look set to boost the Ruapehu winter visitor season.

Super-sized skateboard on the way to Whanganui school

Super-sized skateboard on the way to Whanganui school.

'Jobs for Nature' team helps and monitors region's native fish

Young conservationists move across region monitoring and aiding native fish species.

Overseas acts lined up for Ohakune Mardi Gras

NZ is 'the only place in the world where you can play to huge crowds'.

Roading projects take precedence in land transport plan

Mayor says he has done a bit of "table-thumping" in support of improved public transport.

Peppery horopito leaves form basis for Ruapehu business

Rhayne employs six to eight, and harvests and sells the leaves of native plants.

Ski season begins at Ohakune with carnival spirit

Carrot Carnival and Growers' Games lead the festivities.

World-famous bakery up for sale

Ohakune's famous eclair shop has opened for another season.