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Ruapehu District Council - Latest News [Page 5]
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 >>
End Of Boil Water Notices In Sight For Owhango With New Water Treatment Plant
Friday, 8 November 2024, 4:41 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The Owhango water supply is sourced from Deep Creek, a tributary of the Whakapapa River flowing through the Tongariro State Forest. Although generally clear, this water source can become turbid during rain events, prompting the need for precautionary ... More >>
Mayor Kirton Calls On Government To Complete Mountains To Sea Great Ride Network For Economic Resilience In Ruapehu
Wednesday, 6 November 2024, 1:23 pm | Ruapehu District Council
The opening of Te Ara Mangawhero by Minister for Conservation, Māori Development, and Māori Crown Relations Hon. Tama Potaka marked a significant milestone in Council’s vision for a world-class eco-tourism network of cycling and hiking trails that will ... More >>
Council Calls For Respect For Animal Control Officers’ Vital Work Supporting Public Safety
Thursday, 31 October 2024, 5:20 pm | Ruapehu District Council
"We know that pet dogs are much-loved members of the whānau. However, when a dog roams and causes injury or death to people or other animals, it leaves Council with no choice but to protect the community." More >>
Taumarunui Celebrates Art Centre Rebranding
Tuesday, 29 October 2024, 11:10 am | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said the Arts Centre building, which has supported visual arts in Taumarunui for over 80 years, continues to evolve as a hub for creativity, connection, and collaboration. More >>
Maungārongo Marae In Ohakune Hosts First Marae Citizenship Ceremony In Ruapehu
Saturday, 26 October 2024, 7:55 am | Ruapehu District Council
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton said the ceremony was a remarkable and memorable occasion for everyone involved. Council hopes that this ceremony will be the first of many to be held on marae throughout the district. More >>
Taumarunui Resource Recovery Centre Celebrates Record Diversion Month
Wednesday, 2 October 2024, 12:02 pm | Ruapehu District Council
"The record weight diversion was made up of 7,681 items that have found new homes, been reused, or repurposed for a wide range of projects, putting money back into people’s pockets and extending the life of valuable resources." More >>
Successful And Resilient Regions The Key To A Wealthier New Zealand
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 7:01 pm | Ruapehu District Council
We’re witnessing the erosion of core industries that have sustained us for generations. Without strategic intervention, this ripple effect will be felt not just in Ruapehu but across the motu: Mayor Kirton More >>
Council Tests Civil Defence Response Systems Under Cyclone Simulation
Tuesday, 24 September 2024, 5:25 pm | Ruapehu District Council
These exercises not only ensure that our systems are tested but that our staff feel capable and confident to meet any challenge that comes our way," concluded Mr. Chambers. More >>
