Kirton
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Kirton is a council member involved in addressing the financial overspend issues faced by the Ruapehu District Council, expressing the need for a calm and thorough review of the situation amid rising community costs.
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Kirton claimed Napier remained the region’s greatest flood risk.
What Hawke’s Bay’s new $265m flood protection projects are - and aren’t - designed to doThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-06-27
New Zealand· 2026-06-27
Kirton discussed the investor's proposal to refurbish the Chateau Tongariro and the government's stance on lease terms.
Investor proposal to return Chateau Tongariro to hotel status should be considered - mayorThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-02-12
New Zealand· 2026-02-12Kirton stated there was a 'strong desire' from the community to see the 'iconic building' brought back to life.
Government in talks around restoring derelict Chateau Tongariro, demolition still an optionThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-02-07
New Zealand· 2026-02-07Also mentioned
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Kirton had been rallying for support on a petition for the Government to intervene to 'save' the hotel.
Government considering ‘demolition’ for Chateau Tongariro deemed ‘fiscal risk’ in Budget 2025; potential buyers interested in Ruapehu hotelThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-06-02
New Zealand· 2025-06-02
Kirton told the Chronicle the situation required cool heads, and a review of the overspend was underway.
Ruapehu council launches review into $700,000 overspendThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-05-12
New Zealand· 2025-05-12
