http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.mountainstosea.nz en-us Wed, 13 May 2026 03:58:00 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/164357/new-bridges-better-trails-bigger-adventures/ Further investment has been confirmed to deliver significant upgrades and enhancements across key sections of the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono network, helping strengthen the visitor experience, improve safety and resilience, and support regional tourism growth ahead of future seasons.The programme of works will focus on the Kaiwhakauka Track, Mangapurua Track, and Ohakune Old Coach Road sections of the trail network, with delivery expected over winter and into early summer.The investme... Thu, 07 May 2026 19:36:15 +1200 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post164357 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/155471/funding-announcement/ Hon Louise Upston - Minister for Tourism and HospitalityHon Tama Potaka - Minister of Conservation 1 November 2025 Two destination-making cycle trails will deliver more visitors to the Ruapehu region and boost the Central North Island economy. “I’m thrilled to announce the Government will fund the completion of the Te Ara Mangawhero and Te Hangāruru trails, connecting them into the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono cycle journey,” Tourism and Hospitality Minis... Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:52:32 +1300 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post155471 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/147837/design-culture-creativity-in-whanganui/ Let your wheels carry you on one of the most scenic, culturally rich, and artistically expressive sections of the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride. This 19km journey from Upokongaro to Castlecliff takes you through the heart of Whanganui – Aotearoa’s only UNESCO City of Design.It’s more than just a ride — it’s a moving encounter with public art, living heritage, creative spirit, and the enduring mana of Te Awa Tupua.... Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:21:51 +1200 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post147837 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/147780/te-hangaruru-a-gift-for-matariki-and-a-journey-through-time/ This winter, as Matariki rises and we reflect on those who came before us, a new chapter has opened along the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride: Te Hangāruru.... Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:17:21 +1200 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post147780 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/137123/te-ara-mangawhero-stage-i-opens/ Ngāti Rangi is rapt to announce the first stage of Te Ara Mangawhero, the 21.4km eco-tourism hiking/cycling trail connecting Tūroa and Ohakune on Maunga Ruapehu has officially opened to the public. The newest section of the Mountains to Sea - Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride was opened on the 1st of November by Minister for Conservation, Māori Development and Māori Crown Relations: Te Arawhiti Tama Potaka.Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton; Whanganui District Council Mayor and Chair of the Mountain... Fri, 01 Nov 2024 07:22:26 +1300 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post137123 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/107288/te-ara-mangawhero-due-to-start-construction/ Ngāti Rangi is delighted to announce the start of its much-awaited eco-tourism initiative, Te Ara o Mangawhero, having met all necessary requirements for its concession. Te Ara Mangawhero is a 21.3 km hiking / cycling trail located on the flanks of Mount Ruapehu connecting Tūroa and Ohakune.   Those who have been associated with the work leading up to the development of the trail are invited to gather at 1 Mountain Road, Ohakune next Tuesday 18 July 2023 for the turning of the f... Wed, 12 Jul 2023 20:17:44 +1200 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post107288 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/88604/concession-application-for-te-ara-mangawhero--have-your-say/ It's time to support the next phase of ensuring our connected pathways deliver great experiences for locals and visitors.  The proposed Te Ara Mangawhero trail provides a safe connected alternative to Ohakune Mountain Road, and delivers a journey that travels over old bush tramways and tramping tracks, for a spectacular meander through the ngahere. This project is being led by Ngāti Rangi, for the community and as their part of Mountains to Sea - Nga Ara Tūhono connected pathways. Ngāti ... Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:29:15 +1200 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post88604 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/67634/my-day-job-as-a-daring-dangler/ The popular Ohakune Old Coach Road, opened in 2009, has helped to transform Ohakune tourism. Around 20,000 visitors annually enjoy the 18m ride or walk between Horopito and Ohakune that blends heritage and nature. The highlight is the massive Hapuawhenua railway viaduct 284m long and 45m (9 stories) high. This historic viaduct follows a graceful curve through a rimu forest setting. This week the Department of Conservation arranged for a condition inspection of the paint work on this massive stee... Wed, 23 Jun 2021 16:51:00 +1200 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post67634 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/64924/nzs-remotest-anzac-day-in-2021/ Sunday’s ANZAC Day gathering in the Mangapurua Valley is a contender for NZ’s most remote commemoration. Wounded Gallipoli survivors were amongst the 71 returned WW1 soldiers that from 1917 took up land in the Mangapurua soldier settlement scheme. Many started families there with wives prepared to build a dream in the harsh remote conditions. Descendants retain a strong connection with the valley and come from afar to meet there on Anzac Day every second year. In this remote valley up the Wh... Mon, 26 Apr 2021 13:54:32 +1200 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post64924 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/post/64168/stabilising-the-bridge-to-nowhere--mangapurua/ Concrete seems really strong and likely to last forever … but it can deteriorate. The large concrete Bridge to Nowhere requires attention to preserve it as a heritage feature long-term. This is like dental work: remove the plaque then find and fill the defects when they are small. ... Sun, 04 Apr 2021 17:05:15 +1200 http://www.mountainstosea.nz/blog/#post64168