Whanganui Chronicle'Beginning of solid rebuild': Ruapehu ski fields reflect on 2026 ski seasonBoth ski field operators felt the uncertainty from a few years ago had passed.27 Oct 04:00 PM
Whanganui Chronicle'Cultural centre': Iwi keen to demolish Chateau Tongariro, build something newReopening the Chateau on the other hand, could boost local economy by $56m over 60 years.29 Sep 04:00 PM
Whanganui Chronicle'Incredibly difficult': Ski crowds clog Mt Ruapehu road, shuttles sufferRoad closures and full carparks are trapping visitors in queues.03 Aug 08:00 AM
Whanganui ChronicleMt Ruapehu skifield operators hopeful for fresh snowfall before season begins29 Jun 05:00 PM
Whanganui Chronicle'We’re about to have a big one' Opening date set for Ruapehu ski season 06 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumWhanganui ChronicleHotel owner accuses DoC of favouring failed park businesses over viable Skotel14 May 12:00 AM
Whanganui Chronicle'Got a long way to go': Teen skier continues hospital fight after shattering legs on Mt Ruapehu22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumWhanganui ChronicleChateau Tongariro future brightens as Crown risk downgraded amid investor interest17 Dec 08:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleTongariro blaze grows to 322ha as fire crews brace for days of battle08 Dec 01:18 AM
Whanganui ChronicleAuckland man has car impounded, court summons after car filmed overtaking dangerously on ski roadThe shuttle driver captured the overtaking manoeuvre on his dash cam. 18 Aug 09:12 PM
Whanganui ChronicleTen things to do these winter holidaysWinter weather can make keeping the kids entertained even harder than usual.27 Jun 06:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleWhanganui weather: Cold snap gives way to milder weekWhanganui hill country had temperatures drop to -3C overnight on Monday.09 Jun 11:02 PM
PremiumPremiumWhanganui ChronicleGlimmer of hope for Chateau Tongariro restoration as former lessee accounts for $5m provision A door may be opening at the Chateau: Hope for repair funds and operator interest.16 May 01:00 AM
Whanganui ChronicleDoC grants 10-year concession for Whakapapa ski fieldFinancial management of the ski field has been plagued for several years. 30 Apr 03:28 AM
Whanganui ChroniclePopular day hike deceptively dangerousEaster visitors are warned not to be complacent about the Tongariro Crossing.21 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWhanganui ChronicleSkifield buyer Whakapapa Holdings potential operator for Chateau TongariroWhakapapa Holdings is interested in operating the currently decaying heritage building.21 Jan 04:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleLongserving volunteer firefighters honoured'Volunteers like these are a very special type of person.'24 Oct 09:26 PM
Whanganui ChronicleHas school holiday boredom struck already? Head to Ruapehu this winterPack your winter gear for Ruapehu.09 Jul 06:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleMt Ruapehu skifields grasp sliver of hope ahead of school holidaysSome businesses around the skifields have taken drastic measures.05 Jul 07:14 AM
PremiumPremiumWhanganui ChronicleReceivers issue latest update on Ruapehu Alpine LiftsBuyer must strike a deal with the Crown to agree to continue to operate giant skifield.26 Jun 12:43 AM
Whanganui ChronicleFormer Ruapehu Alpine Lifts boss confident of making a profitDave Mazey disagrees with Government concerns over Whakapapa's commercial viability.16 May 10:06 PM
Whanganui ChronicleCouncil hopes for Mt Ruapehu ski season successRuapehu District Council and skifield operators discuss plans for the coming season.16 May 09:37 PM
Whanganui ChronicleFormer RAL boss bids for Whakapapa skifieldDave Mazey says he wants to ensure Whakapapa’s survival.05 May 10:26 PM
Whanganui ChronicleWhakapapa, Tūroa reveal 2024 season pass prices as skifields go it aloneLower-mountain and long-term passes, can the new operators make the ski season work?15 Apr 01:00 AM
Whanganui ChronicleGovernment bails out Ruapehu Alpine Lifts again to tune of $7mBut it has said the $7 million will be the last financial support from taxpayers.13 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWhanganui ChronicleBuyer for insolvent Ruapehu Alpine Lifts skifield walks awayA buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.07 Feb 08:00 PM
Whanganui ChronicleRuapehu ends extraordinary lift pass sale after rocky start to NZ ski seasonSeason pass holders to be far fewer following last-minute doorstep sale.17 Jul 12:26 AM
Whanganui ChronicleRuapehu’s late ski sale a ‘shot in the dark’'The move from despair to elation was so fast'.03 Jul 05:15 AM
Whanganui ChronicleRuapehu ski passes on sale as soon as next week following $1 bid for mountainLift passes could be on sale as early as next week under the new ownership.14 Jun 01:30 AM
