The previous operator of both Mt Ruapehu's ski fields, Ruapehu Alpine Lifts, went into administration two years ago, and while a preferred bidder was found to run Whakapapa, that fell through.

The Ruapehu district has a surprising number of attractions, apart from the mountains ...

The first stage of Te Ara Mangawhero, the 21km eco-tourism hiking/cycling trail connecting Tūroa Want to try out the T ...