Welcome to Taumarunui!
Our place has been loved by generations of families for our naturally beautiful environment, our colorful heritage and our caring community.

Upcoming Weekly Events
Taumarunui sits on the Adventure Highway (State Highway 4) and starts the Forgotten World Highway in the central King Country of the North Island. Part of the Ruapehu District, Taumarunui is centrally located – detour through here to either Auckland or Wellington.
This is a beautiful scenic route with views of Mt. Ruapehu and the Wanganui River. Taumarunui provides access to the Whanganui National Park, Dual Listed World Heritage Tongariro National Park and the Pureora Timber Trail.
Along these highways of wide-open spaces are many recreational activities and outdoor pursuits such as canoeing, jetboating, fishing, golfing, mountain biking, cycle trails, walks, tramps and rail cart rides along with many others. Taumarunui is a motor home friendly town with free day parking for campervans. Stop here for lunch and visit Cherry Grove or our Arts.
All Upcoming Events
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Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm ❓ Do you find regular exercise boring? Looking for something more exciting? ❓ Our Adult Jiu-Jitsu classes is the answer! It’s not just a workout – it’s a challenge, a community, and a fun way to get fit! In our... |
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SUPPORT LOCAL SHOP LOCAL DURING THE MONTH OF JULY This is great way to support our local retailers. Please participate and show that you care about Taumarunui JUST SPEND $25 OR MORE AT ONE OF THE PARTICIPATING RETAILERS BELOW, PUT... Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
8 events,
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm |
13 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members Come along with pre-school children and enjoy a 20-30 minute music based session. Meet and chat with others in the same season of life. $2 donation |
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Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
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We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
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First Sunday of the month 10am-1pm. Ohura Memorial Hall Email: ohuravalleymarket@gmail.com or mobile: 027 717 0963 |
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Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm) Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
10 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family Twice monthly 2nd and 4th Tuesdays Visitors & new members welcome |
8 events,
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm |
12 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
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Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family Formerly Taumarunui Spinners & Weavers Are you interested in fibre crafts - spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting etc or learning one of these crafts? WE meet at the Ruapehu Community Arts Centre, Taumarunui on the second and fourth Friday of each... Second Friday and third Wednesday of month Visitors and new members welcome |
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Second Saturday of the month in the Town Centre Arcade, Taumarunui except for December when it’s the first Saturday to match up with the Christmas parade We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
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Come and check out the amazing masterpieces created by our talented Turaki tamariki! All artworks are up for grabs by donation (minimum $20), and every dollar goes straight back into making our classrooms and school spaces even more awesome for... Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm) Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
10 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
10 events,
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm Second Friday and third Wednesday each month Visitors and new members welcome |
13 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members Come along with pre-school children and enjoy a 20-30 minute music based session. Meet and chat with others in the same season of life. $2 donation |
6 events,
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
3 events,
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
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Come on down and enjoy afternoon tea with a great music lineup Cover charge $3 Every 3rd Sunday of month at the RSA |
6 events,
Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm) Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
10 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
8 events,
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm |
12 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
8 events,
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family Formerly Taumarunui Spinners & Weavers Are you interested in fibre crafts - spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting etc or learning one of these crafts? WE meet at the Ruapehu Community Arts Centre, Taumarunui on the second and fourth Friday of each... |
5 events,
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm (except December) We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
2 events,
Meets the last Sunday of every month in the Town Centre Arcade carpark (on Miriama Street) TheScenic Tour of the King Country will be held on the second Saturday before Labour Weekend Clubrooms are in the TRAC rooms on Bell... |
5 events,
Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm) Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
10 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family On today 10am at the Senior Citizen Room Cnr of Morero and Miriama St, Taumarunui. |
8 events,
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm |
13 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members Come along with pre-school children and enjoy a 20-30 minute music based session. Meet and chat with others in the same season of life. $2 donation |
4 events,
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
2 events,
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
2 events,
First Sunday of the month 10am-1pm. Ohura Memorial Hall Email: ohuravalleymarket@gmail.com or mobile: 027 717 0963 |

If you are into outdoor adventures that suit all ages, then Taumarunui is the place to be

Community
Our people make Taumarunui a great place to live and visit. Supportive and welcoming, we have plenty of community facilities, groups and clubs to fill your needs and keep you engaged and involved in the community. We have a range of sports clubs and even a Live Theatre group in town.

Activities
Taumarunui is home to a variety of activities including cycling, canoeing, fishing, skiing, walks, and great scenic views. With locations such as the Ongarue, Whanganui, and Whakapapa Rivers, Pureora Cycle Trail, Tongariro or Whanganui National Parks, there’s something for all interests in Taumarunui.

Heritage
Settled by Europeans in the 1870’s, the King Country was the last region in Aotearoa to disallow Pakeha to settle in its lands. Taumarunui, in the heart of the King Country, enjoys a wonderful relationship between all the people that live in the town and surrounding areas.