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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 >>
Taumarunui Rail Yards Ready For New Opportunities After Carriage Removal
Thursday, 22 May 2025, 11:29 am | Ruapehu District Council
Over 50 carriages were relocated to Taumarunui in 2016 by Auckland Transport while awaiting sale or repurposing. However, over time they were left to deteriorate, creating an eyesore that frustrated locals and limited the potential use of the rail yard ... More >>
Mayor In Schools Programme Visits Waiouru Primary School
Monday, 19 May 2025, 8:39 am | Ruapehu District Council
Students shared their concerns about the need to safely cross State Highway 1 on their way to and from school and were eager for an update on the new Waiouru playground planned for behind the Police Station. More >>
Council Steps Up Climate Action With Toitū Carbon Reduce Certification Programme
Monday, 12 May 2025, 12:47 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Chief Executive Clive Manley said Council was committed to playing its part in addressing the climate crisis and building long-term resilience for the district. More >>
Ruapehu Celebrates Mayor’s Taskforce For Jobs Successes
Thursday, 1 May 2025, 2:48 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton said it’s always rewarding to see local young people take their first steps into the workforce. More >>
Ruapehu Mayor Welcomes DOC Concession For Whakapapa Ski Field As Critical Step In Securing Mt Ruapehu’s Future
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 5:18 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton extended his thanks to both the Department of Conservation and Cabinet for their roles in enabling this outcome, following a challenging period since Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited (RAL) entered voluntary administration in 2022. More >>
Mayor Initiates Independent Investigation Into Community Services Budget Overspend
Monday, 28 April 2025, 2:54 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton assured the community that Council remains dedicated to transparency, accountability, and maintaining public trust. More >>
Mayor Applauds Community Health Day Success At Taumarunui Hospital
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:42 pm | Ruapehu District Council
Mayor Kirton emphasised how crucial such initiatives are for communities like Taumarunui, where many residents face financial challenges, limited knowledge about how to access medical care, or the need to travel long distances or endure lengthy waits to see ... More >>
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 >>
