Libby O'brien
DOC investigating after hikers dropped at Tongariro crossing
9 Dec 2025
DOC is investigating after shuttle operators dropped hikers at the start of the Tongariro Alpine crossing despite a bad weather forecast, Meaning they shouldn't be on the track. Transport operators… Audio
Tongariro Northern Circuit to close while hut replaced
5 Jun 2025
One of the country's Great Walks will not be opening as usual this season. The Department of Conservation is working with local hapu on a replacement for Oturere Hut on the Tongariro Northern Circuit… Audio
Get your waders out
30 Sep 2024
Trout fishing season opens tomorrow - and anglers will be dreaming of hooking that giant trophy fish. Audio
Getting women hooked on fly fishing
10 Jan 2023
More women are taking up the sport of fly fishing - largely thanks to social media. Taupo local Libby O'Brien loves nothing more than to get out on the crisp mountain rivers and throw a line in. She… Audio
