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Mayor Discusses Rates, Roads And Future Services With Federated Farmers
Friday, 8 May 2026, 10:56 am | Ruapehu District Council
“While many councils had rates increases of 15–20 percent in recent years, Ruapehu District Council had committed to an average increase of 9 percent over the first three years of its Long-Term Plan,” he said. More >>
Mayor Welcomes Government Support For Ōhura Flood Recovery
Friday, 1 May 2026, 1:52 pm | Ruapehu District Council
“The Mayoral Relief Fund allows us to respond quickly to urgent needs and support families as they clean up, repair, and rebuild. This contribution strengthens our ability to do that.” More >>
Mayor Attends Chinese Embassy Visit To King Country Pet Food
Thursday, 30 April 2026, 9:59 am | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said it was a privilege to meet with senior Chinese Embassy representatives and to support King Country Pet Food. More >>
Ōhura State Of Emergency Lifted As Focus Shifts To Recovery
Sunday, 26 April 2026, 2:58 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Council and partner agencies remain committed to supporting Ōhura through the recovery phase and will continue to provide updates as work progresses. More >>
Mayoral Relief Fund Established For Ōhura Area Flood Recovery
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 7:20 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said it was critically important for residents to come forward and complete a needs assessment so support can be targeted effectively from the appropriate agencies. More >>
Ohura Flood Response On-Going With People Needing Assistance Urged To Come Forward
Wednesday, 22 April 2026, 7:48 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Road access into Ohura remains restricted to emergency services and local residents. More >>
Strong Turnout At Ōhura Community Meeting Supports Flood Recovery Efforts
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 7:40 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Council and partner agencies will continue to work closely with the community to address these needs as recovery efforts progress. More >>
ŌHura Flood Recovery: Support Ongoing As Clean-Up Efforts Continue
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 12:58 pm | Ruapehu District Council
At this stage, 49 homes have been identified as impacted by floodwaters. This number is expected to increase as more residents come forward seeking assistance. More >>
Flood Recovery Efforts On Going In Ōhura And Across Ruapehu District
Monday, 20 April 2026, 3:14 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Roading crews are working urgently to restore access, with five digger crews currently deployed to clear slips and reopen roads to at least one lane. More >>
Ōhura Flooding – Community Encouraged To Reach Out If Needed
Monday, 20 April 2026, 2:55 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton is encouraging residents and farmers to come forward and share what support they need. More >>
Update 4: Travellers Ignoring Flood Road Closures Creating Problems For Themselves & Responders
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 3:13 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Travellers are being warned not to attempt to bypass closures and to wait for official updates. More >>
New Citizens Sworn-In At Mangamingi Marae In Raetihi
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 10:13 am | Ruapehu District Council
The new citizens, originally from Germany, Northern Ireland, Namibia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Uruguay, and the United Kingdom, were joined by family and friends for the occasion. More >>
Mayor Says Loss Of Combined Route 25 Hospital Shuttle Service A “Kick In The Guts” For Affected Communities
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 4:00 pm | Ruapehu District Council
A key strength of the Route 25 service is its ability to provide a same day return trip which the InterCity service doesn’t offer. More >>
Appointments Strengthen Arts Advisory Group Connection To Creative Community
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 11:18 am | Ruapehu District Council
Council representative John Chapman said both artists bring a wealth of experience, strong community ties, and a passion for supporting local creatives. More >>
Hard Choices Ahead As Council Maintains 9% Rates Commitment
Thursday, 12 March 2026, 3:24 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Chief Executive Clive Manley said maintaining the 9% average increase over the past three years has been extremely challenging, with Council facing rising costs, reduced Government funding support, and significant local government reforms. More >>
Ruapehu And Whanganui Agree Affordability Commitments Central To Foundations Of New Water Organisation
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 4:59 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The Water Services Delivery Plan forecasts increases of around 92% over a ten-year period and that has understandably created anxiety in our communities, Mayor Kirton said. More >>
Ruapehu Mayor Welcomes $3.5m Investment In Tongariro National Park Restoration
Monday, 23 February 2026, 6:39 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The funding will significantly support the implementation of Maunga Ora, the recovery and restoration plan developed by local hapū Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro and help restore the mauri of this sacred landscape. More >>
Council Approves Funding To Deliver Long-Awaited Ohakune Gateway Signs
Friday, 20 February 2026, 2:53 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The gateway project was first proposed at a public consultation meeting over Labour Weekend 2020. The design of the signs was then subject to further consultation over Labour Weekend 2022. More >>
Council Establishes Mayor’s Art Advisory Group To Champion Local Creative Sector
Thursday, 19 February 2026, 9:18 am | Ruapehu District Council
The Advisory Group will provide a practical vehicle for artists and art supporters to work alongside Council on low-cost, high-impact initiatives that strengthen the arts across Ruapehu. More >>
Busy Start To The New Year For Taumarunui Resource Recovery Centre
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 11:53 am | Ruapehu District Council
Every item diverted, rehomed, or shared makes a real difference – and January showed just how powerful that collective effort can be. More >>
