After a hiker died on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in March, a rāhui was put in place by local iwi Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro from March 22 to March 26, and hikers were asked to consider alternative walking routes. A man in his 50s collapsed while walking the crossing. Resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful and he […]
About the author
Samantha Mythen
Walk Shorts writer Samantha Mythen is currently adventuring around the world, writing, hiking and cycling. She studied law but is now a journalist. She has worked for RNZ and freelanced for global publications, including Japan Today.
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