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Mayor calls for political commitment to restore the Chateau Tongariro Hotel

Waikato TimesRNZFriday 2 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

In this story Department of Conservation, Weston Kirton, Te Korowai o Wainuiārua

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Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton is calling for political commitment to restore the Chateau Tongariro Hotel, saying reports that demolition remains an option will upset the thousands of people who have supported saving the Category 1 heritage-listed landmark.

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First reported by Waikato Times, Fri 2 Oct, 1:19pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 24 hours
  1. Waikato TimesWaikato Times

    Demolishing Chateau Tongariro should be off the table - Ruapehu mayor (opens in new tab)

  2. RNZRNZ

    Mayor calls for political commitment to restore the Chateau Tongariro Hotel (opens in new tab)