News
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Excitement building for 2024 ski season
NewsCouncil is committed doing what it can to help ensure that Ruapehu ski field operators have a successful ski season which is critical to the local and the wider regional economy.
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Contractor partnership wins extended Professional Services Contract
NewsCouncil has awarded an extended Professional Services Contract for infrastructure services to BTW Company in partnership with Rationale and Xyst after a comprehensive tender and evaluation process.
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Have you applied for your 2023/24 rate rebate?
NewsCouncil is urging lower income ratepayers to check if they qualify for a rate rebate worth up to $750 if they haven't done so before applications close on 30 June.
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Owhango WTP Reservoir repairs
NewsThe Owhango Water Treatment Plant Reservoir will undergo repairs to fix a leak this week. By-passing of the reservoir means water supply is not expected to be interrupted.
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Community feedback invited on Raetihi Hub concept design and location
NewsThe Raetihi community will be invited to give feedback on all aspects of the proposed community hub including the concept design and location of when it is revealed in July.
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Emergency Mobile Alert System test Sunday 26 May 6-7pm
NewsCouncil is calling on people to spread the word about the upcoming nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system scheduled for Sunday, May 26, between 6-7pm.
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Ruapehu isites rebranded as part of nationwide strategy
NewsThe Ohakune and Taumarunui isites are being rebranded as part of a nationwide rebranding and future network strategy aimed at enhancing visitor experiences across New Zealand.
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Raetihi SH4 recycling bins facing challenges
NewsCouncil is calling on the Raetihi community to help resolve challenges with the unmanned recycling station on SH4 which could place its future in jeopardy.
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Historic first official Council meeting on a Marae
NewsCouncil has conducted its first official meeting on a marae marking a significant step forward in its efforts to integrate the values and perspectives of Māori into its decision-making processes.
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Submissions open to Long Term Plan 2024/34
NewsConsultation on the Long Term Plan 2024/34 is now open until Sunday 12 May. Feedback is sought on the proposed work programme, financial changes and any other issues important to the submitter.
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Course supports Māori entrepreneurship
NewsCouncil has joined up with Thrive Whanganui to offer a two-day course on how to succeed as your own boss. Open to anyone with a business idea or already in business.
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Contractors testing and commissioning new water main
NewsTesting and commissioning of Taumarunui's new $2.8m, 4km ring water main is underway as part of final implementation process.
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Three-step plan to help prevent Totara Crescent flooding
NewsCouncil have developed a three-step plan to help prevent future flooding of the Totara Crescent in the Taumarunui suburb of Matapuna following heavy rainfall.
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New fast EV charger for Taumarunui
NewsMayor Weston Kirton has opened a new fast electric vehicle (EV) charger in the centre of Taumarunui in time for the busy summer season.
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Omaka Lodge - Five star Garden of National Significance
NewsThe Omaka Lodge gardens has been recognised by the New Zealand Gardens Trust receiving a Five star - Garden of National Significance rating.
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2023 Ruapehu Citizens of the Year Awards
NewsStuart Shaw of Taumarunui and Joseph Callaghan of Waiouru are Ruapehu’s 2023 Citizen of the Year Award recipients.
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Possibility for Stubbs family ambulance to be retired in Taumarunui
NewsMayor Weston Kirton has raised the question of whether the ambulance by the Stubbs family to St John can return to Taumarunui upon retirement from active service.
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Cultural immersion on the Whanganui River
NewsVisit Ruapehu hosted trade partners from Canada, Germany, France, Australia, and Aotearoa on a 3-day cultural journey on the Whanganui River.
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New rating valuations on the way for Ruapehu
NewsRuapehu property owners will soon receive new three-yearly rating valuations in the post undertaken by by independent valuers Quotable Value (QV) on behalf of Council.
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Land transport river valley hui underway again
NewsFollowing a COVID19 enforced break Council's land transport team have resumed the 'river valley meeting' programme to help enable better roading investment decisions.
