Petition request

That the House of Representatives urge the Government to act quickly to save the Chateau Tongariro Hotel, restoring it to its former glory, serving as a vital centerpiece of cultural heritage, economic prosperity, and tourism excellence in the Ruapehu District and throughout New Zealand; and note that 597 people signed a similar petition.

Petition reason

The future of the Chateau Tongariro Hotel hangs in the balance, with negotiations underway and decisions pending from government officials. There is a strong desire from the local community, as well as from people across New Zealand and around the world, to see this iconic building saved. By imploring the Government to act with urgency to save the Chateau, we seek to preserve a treasured piece of our cultural heritage along with the economic prosperity and tourism excellence that it represents.

Petition progress

  • Open for signatures
  • Closed for signatures
  • Select Committee
  • Reported
  • Referred to Minister
Number of signatures: 15032
Date presented: 16 Sep 2025
Considered by: Petitions
Presenting member: Suze Redmayne
Closing date: 15 Sep 2025