Recent stories
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Hard summer after Tongariro wildfires
In early November, a wall of smoke loomed large over the tourism-dependent, central North Island town of Waimarino.
Hotel proposal for Chateau
Ruapehu's mayor says the government should consider a proposal from an unnamed investor to return Chateau Tongariro to its former status as a hotel.
Funding to boost off-peak tourism
Taupō’s Hole in One Challenge was the backdrop for a $3.69 million Government funding announcement for tourism marketing last week.
Market returns to Northcroft Reserve
Kaz Cederwall, owner operator of Market Central says the local market and its summer evening add-on – Dinner at the Lake – is going from strength to strength.
Is it flying or boating?
A Taupō family has imported an electric hydrofoil boat that they will use for tours on the lake.
Feeling the love
Taupō tourism professionals were celebrated at an end-of-year awards evening hosted by Love Taupō.
Speed limit to lower at Motutere
The speed limit on State Highway 1 at Motutere will be lowered following public consultation.
Ruapehu businesses feel the heat
The latest fire at Tongariro National Park was contained on Tuesday afternoon, but local tourism businesses are already seeing a large number of people cancelling future trips because they are scared to visit the area.
Change of guard for tourism businesses
Taupō Moana Group Holdings has hired tourism identity Andrew Husheer to the position of general manager for Chris Jolly Outdoors and Taupō Parasail.
A deal to be done for fun
The land and buildings underpinning a landmark Taupō entertainment centre have been put on the market for sale.
DGLT to focus on ‘local engagement’
Destination Great Lake Taupō has added a new role to its team with the appointment of Victoria Jackson in the position of public relations and communications coordinator.
Taking Taupō to the big smoke
Taupō’s tourism industry took its story to Auckland earlier this month.
Making a splash at tourism awards
Tongariro River Rafting received the Tourism Excellence Award (Micro Business) at a tourism industry event in Wellington last night (29 October).
Direct private flights to Australia explored
Taupō Airport is becoming a busy destination for private aircraft, with the possibility of direct flights from Australia.
Tourism hot spots join forces
North Island tourism leaders are flexing their new strategic alliance to make waves overseas.
Chateau could benefit from rule change
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton has welcomed the government's overhaul of the earthquake-prone building system, saying it could be a big win for the famous Chateau Tongariro hotel.
Wairakei Resort plots a new course
The future of Wairakei Resort is now being considered following a change of management at Taupō’s largest hotel and convention centre
A moment of ‘Lunar Magic’
Local photographer Dave Gallacher took more than a passing interest in the recent Blood Moon.
Chateau conversation continues as public storm builds
Ruapehu's mayor has delivered a plea to politicians to save the famous Chateau Tongariro.
A rapid ascent to the finals
Tongariro River Rafting is a finalist in two categories of the 2025 New Zealand Tourism Awards.
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