News
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ANZAC Services Mon 25 April 16
NewsMembers of the public are cordially invited to attend the ANZAC Day services to be held at the following locations and times.
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Project Waireka applications
NewsThe Project Waireka implementation team has been going door knocking in Raetihi to determine how many households want to take part.
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Major water main break
NewsThere has been major break in the water main on Hakiaha St at approx 12.15am this morning. Repair work ETA is 11.00am
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Youth in Emergency Services
NewsNew programme aims to develop the next generation of emergency service volunteers and professionals
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New Ohura flood protection
NewsThe flood prone Mangaroa River that flows through Ohura is now part of Horizons automated river flow information system on their website.
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Putting Ruapehu on the right path
NewsCouncil is currently seeking feedback on two significant proposals seen as necessary to supporting economic and community development.
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Project Waireka underway
NewsWork on implementing Project Waireka for water filtration units to be installed in Raetihi properties affected by the diesel spill is underway
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Massive ex-library book fair
NewsKeen readers shouldn't miss the massive ex-library book fair at the old library building on Hakiaha St in Taumarunui next Fri 18 and Sat 19 March.
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New Food Act in effect
NewsThe new Food Act 2014 is expected to affect a large number of Ruapehu businesses due to our big hospitality and producer sectors
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More heavy rain forecast
NewsMore heavy rain is forecast for the Taumarunui, Tongariro National Park areas from this evening (Monday) until late morning Tuesday
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Locals tell MPs to "give something back"
NewsTaumarunui locals stressed the importance of government doing more for rural communities at a provincial priorities meeting this morning
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Severe weather watch for central NZ
NewsA severe weather watch is in place for central NZ. Please drive to conditions, watch for flooding in usual places, report any road issues to Council
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Votes in on Raetihi Project options
NewsRaetihi voters have had their say on how the $100,000 of fines resulting from the diesel spill on Mount Ruapehu should best be spent.
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Local road summer resealing in full swing
NewsCouncil's seasonal road resealing programme is in full swing with 37 separate sites planned for resealing over the summer months
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Children's book loans boom
NewsRuapehu libraries have loaned out 600-700 more children's books over this summer than in any summer period for the last five years.
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Colonial House in Pipiriki gives up more secrets
NewsRestoration work on Colonial House in Pipiriki has uncoved a time capsule of old newspaper stories dating back to the 1920's.
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Visit Ruapehu appoints new Trustees
NewsVisit Ruapehu, the District's regional tourism organisation (RTO) has appointed five new Trustees.
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New Auckland Station for Northern Explorer
NewsCouncil is concerned that the relocation of the Northern Explorer out of Britomart could adversely affect regional tourism development.
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Regional approach key to Ruapehu tourism success
NewsWhile tourism is one of Ruapehu's key growth opportunities the sector's long-term success will require a broad regional vision.
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Feedback wanted on planned Taumarunui projects
NewsThe Taumarunui Ohura Ward Committee is wanting feedback on what people think about planned projects for beautifying and revitalising Taumarunui.