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      Home > News > Accident and Emergency

    A rahui is in place on the Tongariro Crossing, following the death of a tramper

    A rahui is in place on the Tongariro Crossing, following the death of a tramper


    Police say the man died at the Red Crater after having a medical event.

    Police were alerted at 8.40 this morning when another person activated a personal locator beacon.

    The man's body has now been recovered and flown from the mountain by helicopter.

    Senior Constable Barry Shepherd says a karakia has been held at the Mangatepopo Road end of the crossing.

    A rahui will remain in place until Tuesday.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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