After surviving the thrashing live early this morning, I needed to recuperate on a long walk, partly to sulk and recover, but more to mull over the new English tactics. This was England’s first win against the All Blacks at Twickenham since 2012, so this is not a whinge about England winning 33-19, or Roebuck’s […]

Update from Department of Conservation – Tongariro It’s been an emotional week for our team as we supported the response to the large fire that impacted almost 3000 ha of Tongariro National Park and caused the closure of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Mangatepopo (Ditch) Track. While Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro applied a rāhui on […]

Exactly one year ago, the council contractors arrived without any warning or consultation and pruned a magnificent Red Oak Tree on Taupahi Road. Above are the “before” photos taken from this motel on 14 November 2024, followed below by the “after” scenario photos one year later. Spot the difference? Not much more needs explanation, apart […]

Anglers’ access swing bridges over the Tongariro River have served the needs of anglers and other recreational users for seven decades. The ravages of time have taken a toll, and they now need some serious attention. Due to their ageing design with limited structural redundancy, a decision has been made to replace the Major Jones […]