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Mayor Kirton Welcomes Positive Response From Minister On Waimarino Wellness Centre
Friday, 11 April 2025, 2:40 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Health New Zealand acknowledges the time it has taken to finalise decisions on the future Waimarino Wellness Centre project with key stakeholders and is committed to work being progressed at pace. More >>
Calls For Urgent Progress On Waimarino Wellness Centre
Wednesday, 9 April 2025, 9:32 am | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said the Waimarino Wellness Centre steering group had been raising significant concerns over the lack of movement on the project, which aims to deliver much-needed integrated health and social services for the region. More >>
Council Sustainability Facilitator Supports Environmental And Cultural Learning At Enviroschools Awa Day
Tuesday, 8 April 2025, 1:16 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The nationwide Enviroschools programme aims to empower young people to explore and take action on environmental sustainability within their schools and wider communities. More >>
Council Infrastructure Group Delivering On Work Programme
Monday, 7 April 2025, 5:01 pm | Ruapehu District Council
“Over the 2024/25 financial year we have been delivering on some major programmes that not only improve everyday services for our communities but also build long-term resilience and sustainability into the district’s infrastructure,” he said. More >>
Film Economy Set To Put Ruapehu’s Iconic Landscapes Centre Stage
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 11:13 am | Ruapehu District Council
The district’s cinematic backdrops range from native forests and alpine terrain to remote rivers and small-town charm — a diverse canvas that appeals to a wide range of productions. More >>
New Economic Development Agreement Set To Drive Growth And Diversification In Ruapehu
Friday, 28 March 2025, 10:45 am | Ruapehu District Council
The partnership formalises a collaborative approach to building sustainable and inclusive economic growth in Ruapehu, with a focus on widening the district’s economic base and creating new opportunities for businesses and residents. More >>
Ruapehu Welcomes Seven New Citizens
Monday, 24 March 2025, 9:18 am | Ruapehu District Council
The ceremony was supported by local iwi Ngāti Hauā, adding a distinctly Ruapehu flavour to the proceedings, with the involvement of kaumātua and Māori protocol. More >>
Users Of Raetihi’s Unmanned Recycling Station On SH4 Invited To Discuss Its Future At Upcoming Hui
Thursday, 20 March 2025, 4:03 pm | Ruapehu District Council
“Despite the community’s strong feelings and previous feedback, the station has continued to face challenges such as excessive volumes, improperly presented recycling, contaminated materials, and non-recyclable rubbish being dumped at the site,” said ... More >>
Mayor Kirton Interviewed For TVNZ Q+A About Council’s Campaign To Save The Chateau Tongariro
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 12:04 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said the wide-spread interest in saving the Chateau shows no signs of slowing. “It’s quite astounding how many people have a personal story or connection to the Chateau. More >>
Special Community Meeting On Visitor Accommodation Rates & Regulations
Tuesday, 11 March 2025, 3:30 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Pauline Welch, Executive Manager Commercial and Economic Development, said that Council regularly receives questions on how regulations and rates are applied to holiday homes rented on a short-term basis (e.g., Airbnb, Bookabach) and commercial visitor More >>
Ethical Waste Marks Five Years Of Environmental And Community Impact In Ruapehu
Friday, 28 February 2025, 11:43 am | Ruapehu District Council
Ethical Waste owner and manager Sam Gray attributes the success to strong community support and a shared commitment to reducing waste. More >>
Discover Ruapehu’s Creative Heart On The Adventure Highway Art Trail
Monday, 17 February 2025, 4:56 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Over the next two weekends—February 22-23 and March 1-2, the Art Trail provides an opportunity to visit local artists in their studios, witness live art demonstrations, and explore exhibitions in galleries and creative spaces. More >>
New Waste Plan Consultation & Free Compost
Thursday, 13 February 2025, 2:29 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Weston Kirton is encouraging the community to have their say stating that community feedback is crucial in helping to highlight where Council should focus its limited resources to support maximum waste diversion. More >>
Mayor Kirton Backs Horopito Residents' Call For Temporary Speed Reduction On SH4
Tuesday, 4 February 2025, 12:19 pm | Ruapehu District Council
With SH1 closed, SH4 has become the official detour route, leading to a significant increase in traffic. Residents report that the volume and speed of vehicles, particularly heavy trucks, make it unsafe to turn off the highway. More >>
Good Progress On $4.2M Owhango Water Treatment Plant Construction
Wednesday, 11 December 2024, 4:10 pm | Ruapehu District Council
This phase is set for completion before Christmas, with commissioning of the plant planned for the new year and final compliance testing to follow in February," said Executive Manager Infrastructure, Vini Dutra. More >>
Overwhelming Demand For Cat De-sexing And Microchipping Scheme
Tuesday, 10 December 2024, 7:46 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Ruapehu District Council’s recent promotion of its cat de-sexing and microchipping assistance program has proven so popular that it has exhausted available funding far quicker than anticipated. Initially planned to run through summer and into the ... More >>
Donna Journeaux And Jeff Hall Ruapehu Citizens Of The Year 2024
Friday, 6 December 2024, 7:27 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The Citizen of the Year Award comprises the Northern Ruapehu Citizen Award which is presented to a resident of the National Park, Taumarunui and Ohura Ward area while the Waimarino-Waiouru Award covers the southern half of the district. More >>
Water Services Model Options Become Clearer As Councils Confirm Preferences
Friday, 6 December 2024, 8:51 am | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton noted that each option has its pros and cons and significant questions remain—particularly around multi-council arrangements. Key issues include shareholding arrangements, price harmonisation, the role of iwi, debt and whether stormwater services ... More >>
Building Control Team Celebrates Critical BCA Accreditation Assessment Success
Thursday, 28 November 2024, 5:09 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The assessment, conducted on behalf of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), confirmed the team’s progress and commitment to maintaining high standards of capability and consistency in their building control functions. More >>
Key Milestone With Successful Delivery Of Owhango Water Treatment Plant Containers
Wednesday, 20 November 2024, 10:51 am | Ruapehu District Council
Once fully operational in the new year, the containerised WTP will meet Drinking Water Quality Assurance Rules, ensuring a reliable supply of safe drinking water all year round, says Executive Manager Infrastructure, Vini Dutra. More >>
