Whanganui Chronicle'Senseless' vandalism: Burned, smashed DoC predator traps endanger hundreds of kiwiMore than 600 brown kiwi living in Tongariro Forest are now 'more vulnerable'.06 Oct 03:55 PM
Whanganui ChronicleMayor calls for political commitment to restore the Chateau Tongariro HotelDoC estimates reopening could generate $56m in regional benefits over 60 years.04 Oct 11:53 PM
Whanganui Chronicle'We're pulling out all the tools': Tongariro recovery effort continues after massive firesThe work is targeting weeds and introduced browsers such as deer and hares.30 Sep 10:00 PM
Whanganui Chronicle'Cultural centre': Iwi keen to demolish Chateau Tongariro, build something new29 Sep 04:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleFull Tongariro Northern Circuit to reopen almost a year after blaze09 Sep 01:00 AM
Whanganui ChronicleLights on, no one home: Govt spends $4.5m on Chateau Tongariro maintenance since closure07 Sep 05:00 PM
Whanganui Chronicle‘Game-changer' thermal drones uncover threatened whio in Tongariro river13 Aug 01:20 AM
Whanganui ChronicleMum hauls creek water hundreds of metres to flush toilet as Ohakune taps run dry09 Aug 07:02 AM
Whanganui Chronicle'Incredibly difficult': Ski crowds clog Mt Ruapehu road, shuttles suffer03 Aug 08:00 AM
Whanganui Chronicle‘Possible early warning signal’: Volcanic activity rises beneath Mt Ruapehu03 Aug 07:26 AM
Whanganui ChronicleStrong public interest in restoring Chateau Tongariro but potential Treaty risk, minister toldThe Department of Conservation met iwi in February to discuss the future of the Chateau.07 Jun 05:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleNew Tongariro Great Walk hut on track, but summer route no longer full circuitThe Tongariro Northern Circuit will run as an arc, not a full loop, this summer.18 May 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWhanganui ChronicleHotel owner accuses DoC of favouring failed park businesses over viable SkotelSam Clarkson says Skotel needs at least eight on-site staff for emergencies.14 May 12:00 AM
Whanganui Chronicle'Heartbreaking': Desert Rd back open after triple-fatal crashAll three people travelling in the car were killed, while a truck driver was also injured.27 Apr 08:56 PM
Whanganui ChronicleHow two faulty vehicles sparked $1.4m Tongariro fires a month apartThe two SH47 fires were sparked by faulty vehicles a month and a few hundred metres apart.24 Mar 10:54 PM
Whanganui ChronicleGovt department expects Cabinet to weigh up long-term, 60+ year lease for Chateau TongariroThe Government is asking for proposals from operators keen to do up the historic site.24 Mar 04:00 PM
Whanganui ChroniclePreviously unseen documents show Chateau Tongariro needs millions in urgent repairs, plus quake workProposals to revive the hotel will start being evaluated from April. 19 Mar 04:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleGovt calls for bids to restore and run historic Chateau Tongariro'The Chateau is a landmark many New Zealanders have visited.'19 Mar 12:52 AM
Whanganui ChronicleCar wheel sparked $1m Tongariro fire, drone photos reveal destructionThe key to the recovery of the scorched Tongariro National Park is eliminating weeds.16 Mar 03:00 AM
Whanganui Chronicle'Put lives at risk': Shuttle banned from Tongariro track over weather breachMore than 100 walkers were taken to the 20km track despite weather warning, DoC says.03 Mar 03:00 AM
Whanganui ChronicleGovt to use funds from Visitor Levy to restore fire-damaged parts of Tongariro National ParkThe $3.5m fund will be spent over five years on the damaged areas.23 Feb 12:06 AM
Whanganui ChronicleBusinesses face hard times in months following Tongariro fireBusinesses now pin hopes on heavy winter snow on Mt Ruapehu to recover.15 Feb 08:44 PM
Whanganui ChronicleDoC investigates after Tongariro shuttle operator allegedly puts hikers on track in dangerous weatherDoC said it will cancel concessions if operators 'knowingly and repeatedly' breach rules.11 Feb 05:00 AM
Whanganui ChronicleFrom craters to Emerald Lakes: A journey across Tongariro Alpine CrossingIf you’ve ever wondered what walking on Mars is like, this is as close as it gets.17 Jan 05:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleGolf caddie hauls two sets of clubs length of NZ for charityThe 31-year-old caddie is hauling 25kg of clubs along Te Araroa trail.06 Jan 04:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleRāhui enacted after death at Tongariro National Park The man became unresponsive while walking with others on the track.27 Dec 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumWhanganui ChronicleChateau Tongariro future brightens as Crown risk downgraded amid investor interestOfficials will brief Tama Potaka on a new request for proposals early next year.17 Dec 08:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleWatch: Red haze of sparks as trailer without wheel drives along highway before Tongariro wildfire'A policeman pulled over and was trying to put out the fire that was starting.'09 Dec 11:42 PM
Whanganui ChronicleLarge Tongariro blaze believed to have started accidentally An air fleet will help 30 firefighters tackling the blaze on the ground. 09 Dec 12:32 AM
Whanganui ChronicleTongariro blaze grows to 322ha as fire crews brace for days of battleThe fire has grown to 322ha and is only about 25% contained.08 Dec 01:18 AM
Whanganui Chronicle'Can be deadly': Rogue Tongariro Crossing shuttle drivers face crackdown from DoCThe department has warned rule-breaking shuttle firms they're on their final warnings06 Dec 04:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleNew booking system for Tongariro huts aims to curb overcrowdingDoC says booking gives extra assurance to families and less experienced visitors.04 Dec 04:00 PM
Whanganui Chronicle'Get naturing': Mahi Aroha programme encourages exploration of regionThirty trips are on offer to encourage people to explore the Central North Island.02 Dec 02:00 AM
