After being accused of turning their back on Tūroa and Ohakune the Ruapehu skifield has big plans to promote both. Last year, Ruapehu Alpine Lifts – who operate both Whakapapa and Tūroa ski fields – were accused of forgetting about Tūroa and Ohakune in favour of tourist hub Taupō. Ohakune, which is at the base of Tūroa ski field, didn't have any flags until Scott got some made up. READ MORE: The Ruapehu skifield company is accused of turning its back on Ōhākune in favour of tourist hub TaupōSTUFF The plan for Tūroa skifield includes new chairlifts, a new gondola, chalet upgrades, and terrain modifications. Developments at Whakapapa skifield are still underway, with the Sky Waka Gondola looking to be completed by opening weekend.

Source: Stuff May 19, 2019 21:00 UTC