Tongariro National Park huts and tracks to reopen after fire

Wednesday 10 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 10 Dec 2025, 12:42pm

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Huts and tracks in Tongariro National Park are set to reopen on Wednesday following a major blaze. The fire, which burned through between 296 and 300 hectares of vegetation, has been completely contained. Approximately 37 personnel, including investigators and firefighters, were expected on site on Wednesday.

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1. RNZWed 10 Dec 2025, 5:00am

   Tongariro National Park huts and tracks reopen after fire (opens in new tab)

2. StuffWed 10 Dec 2025, 9:19am

   Tongariro National Park fire completely contained (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldWed 10 Dec 2025, 12:42pm

   Tongariro fire: Sparks fly from missing wheel before roadside wildfire ignites (opens in new tab)