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Ruapehu District Council - Latest News [Page 4]
Council Offsets Overspend Without Extra Debt
Saturday, 6 September 2025, 1:30 pm | Ruapehu District Council
“These savings have offset higher costs in other areas such as water supply, community facility maintenance, and electricity, as well as higher depreciation costs due to the capitalisation of new assets,” Chief Executive Clive Manley said. More >>
Progress On Reinstating Access On Otunui South And Taringamotu Roads
Friday, 29 August 2025, 1:59 pm | Ruapehu District Council
“Although people may not have seen diggers on the ground, we have been working at pace with our contractors and NZTA Waka Kotahi on the best way to respond at each site.” More >>
Council Building Resilience Ahead Of Emergency Management Reforms
Monday, 25 August 2025, 1:33 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Chief Executive Clive Manley said findings from Government inquiries into recent severe weather events have driven significant legislative change with a new Emergency Management Bill set to replace the Civil Defence Emergency Management Act 2002. More >>
Ruapehu And Whanganui Adopt Joint Plan For Future Water Services
Wednesday, 13 August 2025, 5:02 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The adoption of the plan is the next step in central government’s Local Water Done Well reform process, aimed at addressing concerns about New Zealand’s water quality and water services’ infrastructure investment, while keeping decision-making over ... More >>
Ruapehu Mayor Champions Chateau With Air New Zealand CEO
Thursday, 31 July 2025, 9:16 am | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said Mr Foran discussed the critical role domestic tourism plays in Air New Zealand’s business and how destinations like Ruapehu are key to attracting both domestic and international visitors into the region. More >>
New Rate Rebate Application Initiative Success
Wednesday, 30 July 2025, 11:29 am | Ruapehu District Council
“We are very pleased with the early response, which shows that our efforts to make the process easier and encourage applications are working,” said Ms Austin. More >>
Ruapehu Snow Economy Back In Action
Friday, 25 July 2025, 10:59 am | Ruapehu District Council
“The snow industry is critical to our economy and regional tourism,” said Mayor Kirton. “It’s fantastic to see Whakapapa and Tūroa up and running again, but we must keep building on this success.” More >>
Mayor Welcomes Fund Raising Adventurers To Ruapehu
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 2:48 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Dubbed the Alpine Odyssey Aotearoa, the expedition sees the duo skiing, hiking, cycling, and sailing the length of the country through winter, all in support of vulnerable children and climate-affected communities. More >>
Owhango Celebrates Their New Water Treatment Plant
Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 2:03 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Executive Manager Infrastructure, Vini Dutra, said the event was a fantastic success and a reflection of the pride the community has in its new water supply system. More >>
Ruapehu And Whanganui To Form Joint Water Services Entity
Tuesday, 15 July 2025, 4:25 pm | Ruapehu District Council
RDC had voted to support the two-council WS-CCO model at its meeting on 9 July, with the decision contingent on WDC confirming its preference to partner with Ruapehu. That confirmation came today, with WDC elected members voting 8–5 in favour of ... More >>
Council Accepts Report Into Community Facilities Overspend And Commits To Enhanced Controls
Friday, 11 July 2025, 2:40 pm | Ruapehu District Council
A five-member team undertook an in-depth review, looking into operational decision-making, supplier management, contract cost escalation, and compliance to procurement policy. More >>
Ruapehu Networks Recovering From Overnight Storm
Friday, 4 July 2025, 11:37 am | Ruapehu District Council
Most affected roads are expected to reopen by mid-morning, although Raetihi-Pipiriki Road has sustained a major slip and will take longer to clear.” More >>
Visit Ruapehu To Manage Isites Following Successful Trail
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 2:43 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Visit Ruapehu General Manager Jo Kennedy said that the joined-up approach strengthens how we can connect with visitors and support local tourism operators. More >>
Matariki Celebrated With Opening Of New Te Hangāruru Cycle Trail
Thursday, 19 June 2025, 3:40 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Starting near the iconic Smash Palace car wreckers in Horopito, the 9km southern section of Te Hangāruru links with the popular Old Coach Road trail, which in turn connects to the 11.4km Te Ara Mangawhero trail running between Ōhakune and Tūroa ... More >>
Council Fund Recognised At National Local Government Awards
Monday, 16 June 2025, 8:02 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Chief Executive Clive Manley said Council staff were proud to see the Fund recognised by their sector peers as a leading approach to local placemaking. More >>
Ohakune Water Plant Highlights Need For Affordable Water Solutions
Monday, 16 June 2025, 11:14 am | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said the new plant was funded in part through the Government’s Tourism Infrastructure Fund (TIF) which was created to help smaller councils like Ruapehu manage the pressures of increasing visitor numbers. More >>
Taumarunui Resource Recovery Centre Sets New Records Over May
Monday, 9 June 2025, 8:40 pm | Ruapehu District Council
“These achievements highlight the value of community support, volunteer dedication, and the Centre’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and supporting community wellbeing,” Centre Manager Emily Jasmine said. More >>
Mayor Kirton Calls For Council To Support Largest Possible Water Services Partnership To Minimise Future Water Rates
Friday, 6 June 2025, 10:17 am | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said that while some residents attending recent public meetings continued to advocate for a standalone model Council had already resolved that standalone options are not financially viable for Ruapehu. More >>
No Place For Abuse In Local Democracy
Friday, 6 June 2025, 9:38 am | Ruapehu District Council
A Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) survey found that nearly half of elected members nationwide have faced abuse, racism, gender discrimination, or other harmful behaviour. More >>
New Opportunity Emerges For Ruapehu Water Services
Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 10:13 am | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Weston Kirton said the proposed WS-CCO would exceed the key threshold of 50,000 water connections, unlocking improved funding arrangements through the Local Government Funding Agency (LGFA). More >>
