Ohakune is a town in the North Island of New Zealand. It is located at the southern end of the Tongariro National Park, close to the southwestern slopes of the active volcano Mount Ruapehu. Part of the Manawatu-Wanganui region, the town is 70 kilometres northeast of Wanganui, and 25 kilometres west of Waiouru.
Ohakune is a rural service town and a base for skiers using the Turoa skifield. The town's population is 1101 (2006 census).
Ruapehu College is the main secondary school.
The town is home to the Ruapehu Rugby Club.
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