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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3 events,
Kyokushin Karate
Kyokushin Karate
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
Adult Jiu-Jitsu classes
Adult Jiu-Jitsu classes
❓ 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...
8 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
7 events,
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm
12 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
6 events,
Music on the Mountain
Two more NZ concerts before i leave these s shores for the northern hemisphere! • Earth Beat festival this Sunday March 23 at midday with the Basant Madhur ensemble and also featuring saxophonist Hanna Wiskari Griffiths. • a concert at...
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
5 events,
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
2 events,
Ohura Valley Market
Ohura Valley Market
First Sunday of the month 10am-1pm. Ohura Memorial Hall Email: ohuravalleymarket@gmail.com or mobile: 027 717 0963
5 events,
Ruapehu Quiltmakers
Ruapehu Quiltmakers
Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Kyokushin Karate
Kyokushin Karate
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
9 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
Taumarunui & District Women’s Club Circles – Embroidery
Taumarunui & District Women’s Club Circles – Embroidery
Twice monthly 2nd and 4th Tuesdays Visitors & new members welcome
7 events,
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm
11 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
8 events,
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
Taumarunui & District Women’s Club Circles – Craft Circle
Taumarunui & District Women’s Club Circles – Craft Circle
Second Friday and third Wednesday of month Visitors and new members welcome
Creative Fibre Taumarunui
Creative Fibre Taumarunui
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...
6 events,
Manunui Club Open Roar Hunting Competition
Entries are now open for the Manunui Club Open Roar Hunting Competition. This competition runs from 12th April - 26th April 2025. There are a couple of different ways to enter. Click on the link below and enter online, or...
TRACT market
TRACT market
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
Te Whare o IO Matamoe Clinic
Te Whare o IO Matamoe Clinic
Tēnā koutou katoa, Te Whare o IO Matamoe is pleased to announce that we will be hosting a clinic in Taumarunui. We have been overwhelmed by the interest and support from everyone, and we are excited to bring clinic to...
5 events,
Ruapehu Quiltmakers
Ruapehu Quiltmakers
Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Kyokushin Karate
Kyokushin Karate
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
9 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
9 events,
Taumarunui & District Women’s Club Circles – Craft Circle
Taumarunui & District Women’s Club Circles – Craft Circle
Second Friday and third Wednesday each month Visitors and new members welcome
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm
11 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
5 events,
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
4 events,
Kakahi Village Market
Kakahi Village Market
🌟 We are super excited to announce the date for our very first Kākahi Market! 🎉 Mark your calendars for **15th February 2025**! Get ready for a day filled with amazing local vendors, delicious food, and vibrant community spirit. We’re...
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
2 events,
Taumarunui Country Music Club
Taumarunui Country Music Club
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,
Ruapehu Quiltmakers
Ruapehu Quiltmakers
Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Kyokushin Karate
Kyokushin Karate
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,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
8 events,
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm
12 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
8 events,
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
Creative Fibre Taumarunui
Creative Fibre Taumarunui
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,
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm (except December)
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
1 event,
King Country Vintage Car Club
King Country Vintage Car Club
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...
4 events,
Ruapehu Quiltmakers
Ruapehu Quiltmakers
Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Kyokushin Karate
Kyokushin Karate
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
9 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
Community Networking Hui
Community Networking Hui
On today 10am at the Senior Citizen Room Cnr of Morero and Miriama St, Taumarunui.
7 events,
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Taumarunui Whakaarotahi Trust Market (Manunui)
Every Wednesday 10am-4pm and last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm
11 events,
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
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
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
4 events,
Manunui Playcentre
Manunui Playcentre
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family
2 events,
Ruapehu Toy Library
Ruapehu Toy Library
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
2 events,
Ohura Valley Market
Ohura Valley Market
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.