Iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing reopens following fire

Update: 2025-11-16

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The iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing reopens today after a fire tore through the national park, burning about three thousand hectares of scrub. DOC's Director of Heritage and Visitors, Catherine Wilson spoke to Corin Dann.

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Iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing reopens following fire

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Iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing reopens following fire

Iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing reopens following fire