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Ngāti Rangi blasts Horizons over complaints process
The iwi said the council damaged their relationship and the reputation of a young leader.
'Let's be intentional': Councillor encourages correct pronunciation
'I hear ... some Wong-ga-nui, and lots of different things'.
Ruapehu mayor says visitor levy won’t fix tourism bill
Mayor Weston Kirton says a levy will not address infrastructure costs created by visitors.
Ngāti Rangi takes stake in Waiōuru Defence land under new 50-home deal
The development is expected to be completed by mid-2028.
'Generations of hurt': Whanganui Treaty settlement clears final hurdle
Nine years of negotiations came to a close on Thursday.
Bed tax ruling leaves Ruapehu asking who will pay
The mayor says a bed tax could have eased the infrastructure burden on ratepayers.
Horizons calls halt to 11 iwi partnership processes ahead of RMA repeal
Councillors have agreed to wind down the Mana Whakahono ā Rohe processes.
Independent review clears Horizons councillor of breaking rules
The review found Elijah Pue had no financial interest in a council decision.
Water crisis exposes funding gap for critical infrastructure
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says a fairer funding model is needed.
‘Game-changer' thermal drones uncover threatened whio in Tongariro river
A trial detected birds where rangers had never before been able to survey.
'We've been rushed': Ruapehu council backs away from merger plan
Councillors voted unanimously against entering the Government's Head Start process.
Iwi proposal would reshape councils around mountains and rivers
The proposal covers the Ruapehu, Whanganui, Taupō and Rangitīkei areas.
‘We're going to be here forever’: Māori councillors on local government reform
Māori councillors see the reforms as a chance to build lasting governance models.
'A gift we can leave each other': Book tackles conversations on dying
He Aroha Te Aroha, by Whanganui writer Julie Herewini, will be launched on July 10.
Horizons keeps final say on iwi agreements
Elected members will retain final approval for resource management agreements with iwi.
Young councillor's exit plan to make way for new leaders
Kuru Ketu wants a six-year term limit to keep leadership fresh.
‘Difficult conversations ahead’: Mayor warns rates cap a threat to services
Ruapehu's council has launched a full review of all its services.
Ngāti Rangi unveils star compass to teach next generation of astronomers
It is designed according to traditional Ngāti Rangi narratives and astronomical knowledge.
Divided council votes to support iwi-led push to heal Whangaehu River
The $350,000 funding plan was narrowly approved in a 7-6 vote.
Iwi leaders oppose Government reforms to legislation
Organisations say Treaty obligations must not be diluted in planned changes.
Marae solar project boosts sustainability and mana motuhake
Five marae from Whanganui to Taumarunui are running on solar power and more could join.
Unlocking potential: New generation learns traditional kai-gathering
'This kaupapa is born out of a time where resilience is needed.'
‘Harms and evils’ acknowledged as treaty settlement bill passes first reading
The nine-year negotiation includes $30m in financial and commercial redress.
Apology for ‘immense harm’ as Whanganui iwi sign landmark deal
The $45.5m settlement follows nearly a decade of formal talks.
Mauri stone laid as Te Oranganui advances Whanganui hauora hub
Construction is due to start in July, with completion targeted for late 2027.
Police aware of online posts targeting Whanganui Treaty signing
Online posts urge people to bring shotguns and block the road to Kaiwhaiki Marae.
'We should celebrate': 81% back Whanganui land settlement
The Treaty settlement package totals about $55m and returns at least 4860ha.
Dog control: Whanganui backs status quo as neighbours push big changes
The Whanganui council says current dog laws are not a pressing concern locally.
‘Hamstrung’ council sets wishlist for tougher dog control powers
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says the current Dog Control Act is 'not fit for purpose'.
Kiwi return to ancestral forest after 30-year effort
The first 10 of 40 western brown kiwi have been returned to Ngāti Rangi whenua.
Ngāti Rangi's plan to hold Crown agencies to settlement commitments
Eleven government agencies have joined the new framework to advance relationships.