News
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Funding approved to allow installation of new Ohakune gateway signs
NewsCouncil has approved $54,000 in capital funding for three new Ohakune gateway signs allowing completion of the long-awaited community development project.
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Arts Advisory Group established to champion local arts sector
NewsCouncil has endorsed the establishment of a Mayor's Art Advisory Group so artists and art supporters can work with Council on initiatives that strengthen the Ruapehu creative sector.
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Busy start to the year for Taumarunui Resource Recovery Centre
NewsJanuary saw the Taumarunui Resource Recovery Centre have its busiest month so far this financial year with strong performance for waste diversion, reuse, and community support outcomes.
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Government responds to Save the Chateau Petition
NewsMayor Weston Kirton has welcomed the Government's response on the written submission in support of the Petition to Save the Chateau but urges Government to fully commit to restoration
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Council maintains low risk Building Consent Authority accreditation
NewsCouncil’s building control team has been reassessed as a ‘low risk’ Building Consent Authority (BCA) reconfirming their capability and consistency in delivering building control functions.
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Pool summer safety
NewsAll pools that can be filled with over 40cm of water are required by law to be properly fenced with physical barriers that restrict the access of unsupervised children and keep them safe.
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Community spirit lights up Hakiaha Street this Christmas
NewsThe Christmas lights will brighten up Hakiaha Street in Taumarunui again this festive season thanks to a strong show of community spirit from local volunteers and businesses.
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David Johnston of Manunui 2025 Ruapehu Citizen of the Year
NewsDavid Johnston of Manunui has been named the 2025 Ruapehu Citizen of the Year in recognition of his lifelong commitment to volunteering and community service.
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Chemical incident closes Taumarunui Transfer Station
NewsCouncil is urging residents to take extreme care when disposing of unwanted chemicals after a health and safety incident forced the closure of the Taumarunui Transfer Station last Tuesday (25 Nov).
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Raetihi Water Treatment Plant struck by lightning
NewsRaetihi Water Treatment Plant and storage tank facility, which is situated on a hill overlooking the township, took a direct lightning strike earlier today (3 Dec) but supply has not been affected.
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BorrowBox expands online options for Library members
NewsRuapehu library members now have a new digital lending service to enjoy, with BorrowBox joining Libby and Beamafilm as part of the library’s expanded online offerings.
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Ruapehu-Whanganui joint Water Services Delivery Plan approved
NewsDIA has signed-off on the joint Water Services Delivery Plan (WSDP) for Ruapehu and Whanganui clearing the way for the creation of a two-council Water Services Council Controlled Organisation (WS-CCO)
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Taumarunui-Ohura Community Board sworn-in for 2025-28
NewsThe newly elected Taumarunui–Ohura Community Board (TOCB) for the 2025–2028 triennium has been officially sworn in at a ceremony in the Taumarunui Council Chambers on Tuesday 18 November.
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Owhango National Park Community Board 2025-28
NewsThe new Owhango–National Park Community Board (ONPCB) for the 2025–2028 triennium was officially sworn in at a ceremony held in the Taumarunui Council Chambers on Tue 11 Nov.
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Chateau Tongariro Petition Referred to a Minister for Response
NewsThe Parliamentary Petitions Committee has referred Council’s petition to Save the Chateau Tongariro Hotel to the Cabinet Office to determine an appropriate Minister for a response by 11 February 2026.
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Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board (WWCB) 2025-28
NewsThe new Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board (WWCB) for the 2025/28 triennium was sworn-in at a ceremony in the Ohakune Council Chambers yesterday evening (Tue 4 Nov 25).
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Council celebrates $10.8m Government investment in cycle trail network
NewsCouncil is celebrating a $10.8 million investment in the Te Ara Mangawhero and Te Hangāruru trails, connecting them into the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono cycle journey.
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What do you value most about Ruapehu libraries?
NewsLibrary users are being encouraged to take part in the Community Impact Survey and share what they value most about the services, spaces, and programmes Ruapehu libraries offer.
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Hospitality sector Regulation Review
NewsCouncil is encouraging anyone involved in hospitality to take part in the Ministry for Regulation review of the legislation that applies to the sector - first stage input closes 12 Nov.
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Ruapehu Civil Defence on standby over Labour weekend
NewsWith weather systems forecast for either side of the long holiday weekend Council is maintaining its Emergency Operations Centre on standby supported by regional Civil Defence HQ in Palmerston North.
