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E-bikes come to town!
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It's now possible to explore our area with ease on an e-bike! E-bikes are now available for hire in National Park Village from My Kiwi Adventure and The Alpine Centre.
Mt Ruapehu season extended
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The season at both the Whakapapa and Tūroa ski areas on Mt Ruapehu has been extended until mid-November.
New car park booking system for Mt Ruapehu
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A new bookable parking system has been laucnhed for busy weekend at Mt Ruapehu's Turoa and Whakapapa ski fields for the 2020 season. Here's how the system works.
Chateau Tongariro Hotel introduces new hotel manager Saif Rashid
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Meet Saif Rashid who recently joined the Chateau Tongariro Hotel as the new hotel manager. And find out what attracted him and his family to this region.
Sky Waka gondola to reopen for Queen's Birthday weekend
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The Sky Waka gondola at Whakapapa on Mt Ruapehu will for be opening for sightseeing trips during this Queen's Birthday weekend, while ski areas are expected open in late June or early July.
2019 Mt Ruapehu Shuttle Service Starts
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A new fleet of four-wheel drive buses to the ski areas on Mt Ruapehu have started running for the 2019 season.
Locals Welcome Turoa Ski Area Licence Renewal
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The National Park Village business community has welcomed Ruapehu Alpine Lifts (RAL) being granted a new license to operate Mt Ruapehu's Tūroa Ski Area.
Tongariro Alpine Crossing Gets Official Great Day Walk Tick
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The Tongariro Alpine Crossing has been officially designated as a new Great Day walk.