The Ruapehu district has a surprising number of attractions, apart from the mountains ...

Most New Zealanders are familiar with our big volcanoes like Ruapehu and Taranaki - but there are lesser-known volcanoes "dotted" over much of the country, a scientist has revealed. Northland ...

SEE ALSO: 'Lord of the Rings' theme office brings your fantasies to life The volcano, Mount Ruapehu in Tongariro National Park, is the largest active volcano in New Zealand. It hasn't erupted ...