Meetings this Month
Attending a Meeting
All in-person meetings will be held in accordance with the COVID-19 Public Health Response (Protection Framework) Order 2021, which outlines Physical distancing requirements for individuals in Red and Orange Level areas.
Although restrictions are being eased, we are still in the midst of a highly infectious Omicron outbreak. Attendees must wear a face mask and are encouraged to observe physical distancing where possible.
We please request members of the public and Press register their intention to attend a meeting in person at the earliest opportunity and at least two (2) days in advance of the scheduled meeting.
Please click here to register.
Members of the public addressing Council through the Public Forum or Deputation will be prioritised for in person attendance. Provision can also be made to address Council remotely.
Upcoming Meetings
| Meeting | Physical Location | Date and start time | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board | Council Chambers, Ayr Street, Ohakune | Thursday 4 August 2022 at 6PM | |
| National Park Community Board | Owhango Hall, 2157 SH4, Owhango | Tuesday 9 August 2022 at 5:30PM | |
| Ruapehu Bylaw Consultation Hearings | Taumarunui Chambers, Huia Street | Wednesday 10 August 2022 at 10AM | |
| Taumarunui-Ōhura Ward Committee | Taumarunui Chambers, Huia Street | Thursday 18 August 2022 at 5:30PM | |
| Council | Ohakune (venue TBC) | Wednesday 31 August 2022 at 10AM |
Previous Meetings: Minutes Unconfirmed
| Regular meetings | Physical Location | Date and start time | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audit and Risk Committee | Taumarunui Chambers, Huia Street | Monday 23 May 2022 at 11AM | Agenda |
| Council | Te Pae Tata, Ruapehu Road, Ohakune | Wednesday 25 May 2022 at 10AM | Agenda Unconfirmed Minutes |
| Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board | Council Chambers, Ayr Street, Ohakune | Thursday 2 June 2022 at 6PM | Agenda |
| Taumarunui-Ōhura Ward Committee | Taumarunui Chambers, Huia Street | Thursday 9 June 2022 at 5:30PM | Agenda |
| National Park Community Board | The Park Hotel, National Park | Tuesday 14 June 2022 at 5:30PM | Agenda |
| Council | Taumarunui Chambers, Huia Street | Wednesday 22 June 2022 at 10AM | Agenda |
Meeting Requirements under COVID Protection Framework: Orange
Effective 11:59pm 13 April 2022, Ruapehu moved to the Orange setting of the COVID Protection Framework.
Although restrictions are being eased, we are still in the midst of a highly infectious Omicron outbreak. Attendees must wear a face mask and are encouraged to observe physical distancing where possible.
All in-person meetings will be held in accordance with the COVID-19 Public Health Response (Protection Framework) Order 2021, which outlines Physical distancing requirements for individuals in Red and Orange Level areas.
What this will mean for the meeting:
- First and foremost, if you feel unwell, and have cold, flu or COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home and call: Healthline for free on 0800 358 5453. You can watch the meeting on Facebook
- Everyone in attendance including Council staff, Elected Members and members of the public, must wear a face mask when in the Council chamber/meeting room open to the public (unless you are exempt)
- Please be advised we may ask to see evidence of exemption
- Please sanitise and follow good hygiene practices
- In an open Council chamber/meeting room, Council will continue to observe 1-metre physical distancing for Elected Members and Council staff.
- Members of the public are requested to register their intention to attend a meeting in person at the earliest opportunity and at least two (2) days in advance of the scheduled meeting. Please click here to register
- Members of the public addressing Council through the Public Forum or Deputation will be prioritised for in person attendance
- Provision can also be made to address Council remotely
Contacts for Council Meetings
| Meeting contacts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board | John Hotter, Chairperson | 027 274 2616 |
| National Park Community Board | Peter Zimmer, Chairperson | 027 479 1926 |
| Taumarunui/Ohura Ward Committee | Karen Ngatai, Chairperson | 021 0222 2122 |
| Ruapehu District Maori Council | Jo Tocker, Senior Iwi Development Advisor | 07 895 8188 |
| Audit and Risk Committee | Philip Jones, Chairperson | 027 499 9408 |
| Ruapehu District Council | Don Cameron, Mayor | 07 895 8188 |
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