The Government's promising a further loan to Mount Ruapehu skifields, giving certainty to local operators and communities.

Cabinet has agreed to provide just over $10 million to ensure this year's ski season can go ahead.

ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this is great news for skiers- but the timing isn't great for the Government amid existing financial concerns.

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The Government's promising a further loan to Mount Ruapehu skifields, giving certainty to local operators and communities.
Cabinet has agreed to provide just over $10 million to ensure this year's ski season can go ahead.
ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this is great news for skiers- but the timing isn't great for the Government amid existing financial concerns.
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