Skier's death at Mount Ruapehu's Tūroa ski field leads to local iwi-imposed rāhui pausing operations.

Following a tragic death of a skier at Mount Ruapehu's Tūroa ski field, local iwi have imposed a rāhui, a Māori cultural practice that honors the sacredness of the mountain and the grieving family. This temporary restriction pauses operations to allow for healing and uplift the spirit of the deceased. While Tūroa facilities are closed due to severe weather, Whakapapa's Sky Waka Gondola remains operational.

September 13, 2024
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