RUAPEHU
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The Ruapehu District located in the central North Island of New Zealand, is blessed with outstanding natural features.
It includes the world heritage Tongariro National Park - home to Mount Ruapehu, Mount Ngauruhoe and Mount Tongariro. Also the Whanganui National Park - home to an abundance of flora and fauna, and the mystical Whanganui River - the longest navigable river in New Zealand.
Ruapehu has a fascinating history and heritage and is the ultimate "mountains and river experience" in New Zealand.
Ruapehu District named after the sacred Mt Ruapehu (rua “pit”, pehu “to explode”) covers an area of 6,700 square kilometres and has a population of around 14,500 people. Mountains, deserts, lakes, pristine rivers, active volcanoes, rich farm land and native flora and fauna are all part of this unique region which is steeped in Maori and European history.
A truly unique place to visit all year round.
ATTRACTIONS
Ruapehu District’s history provides a rich and diverse people, arts and Maori culture. Learn about the area’s fascinating history and heritage from early Maori settlement to the arrival and influence of European settlers.
Explore nature and the geological forces that have shaped the land and the diversity of our flora and fauna. Go on a film location tour and relive some of the scenes from the famous Oscar Award winning - Lord of the Rings trilogy and the domestic box office movie hit, River Queen.
Trek the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Go skiing on Mount Ruapehu. Experience jet boating and canoeing on the Whanganui River. Relax and enjoy the winter nights in après ski capital Ohakune. Experience a guided Maori cultural tour. See New Zealand's army history brought to life at the Waiouru Army Museum.
No matter what activity you want to do there are many opportunities to connect with nature, feel its spirit and experience its magical healing touch.
EDUCATION
Primary/Intermediate
Kaitieke School
Kakahi School
Kirikau School
Manunui School
Matiere School
National Park School
Ngakonui Valley School
Ngapuke School
Ohakune School
Ohura Valley Primary
Ongarue School
Orautoha School
Owhango School
Raetihi Primary School
St Patricks Catholic School
Tarrangower School
Turaki School
Secondary
Ruapehu College
Taumarunui High School
Taumarunui Primary School
