OHAKUNE
Ohakune is a ‘new’ and modern
community, but is built on old money and when you travel the town and
district and there is ample evidence of a rich history and wealth.
Ohakune is on the Wellington side of the Ruapehu slopes and draws the
wealthy Wellingtonians during the winter ski season. During summer
Ohakune slumbers but during winter jumps. A classic alpine economy.
Ohakune has hosted the Mountain Festival since 2006. The Ohakune
Mountain Mardi Gras is also a major event held each year. It is one of
the premier ski parties of the season and is a celebration of winter
and the ski season. Ohakune comes alive with this street party as
musicians, stalls and rides are set up for the flood of people.

Ohakune has a number of churches.  
The Ohakune War Memorial is established on the park gates. 
The xxx Hotel near
the railway line. The place the Wellingtonians would have disembarked
generations earlier. A delightful hotel of the era.
If you are into skiing, with excellent
accommodation offers an extended stay is a must in winter. More so
than the Wkakapapa side of the mountain.
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