Latest from Tauranga City Council
New sculpture for Tauranga: Artist chosen for bold six-figure CBD artwork
Paul Darragh's piece comes after 7m steel sculpture installed in Red Square last year.
'Unique challenges': Fresh ideas sought for Mount Maunganui parking woes
Parking woes in The Mount have led the council to seek out-of-the-box solutions.
'Biggest summer of cricket' shapes up for Bay Oval
Seven internationals are scheduled for the upcoming season.
'Simply irresponsible': Fee hikes increase the cost of dying
Funeral directors are upset about new charges, with costs to be passed to clients.
'A city that’s growing up': New $45m council building unveiled
What MPs, locals and surrounding businesses think of it.
Local election guide: What you need to know ahead of voting day
Nominations for council seats open July 4 and close August 1 at midday.
'Intolerable': Delays for quake-prone fire station rebuild sparks union ire
'We have been very patient, but our patience is at an end,' says firefighter.
Revealed: The first four housing projects backed by $100m fund
It will enable 65 homes in Tauranga South, Pāpāmoa, Greerton and Bethlehem.
'Staff taking the hit': Workload worries as council slashes jobs
Tauranga City Council is cutting 98 jobs to save $12.3 million and reduce rates.
'We won't be funding it': Roads for 8000-home development debated
The development in Te Tumu is set to house 15,500 people when completed.
What's in store from $1.4m+ changes at popular Mount Maunganui reserve
Tauranga council plans $400,000 pathway, cave barrier works then $1m+ playground upgrade.
Council to alter Tauriko road layout after confusion and 'chaos'
The Taurikura Drive roundabout layout will be simplified for easier navigation.
Speedway deal: Proposal to sell Baypark stand for $1, extend lease
The council is mulling plans to extend speedway operations at Baypark until 2039.
Tauranga residents protest 5G tower plan
Connexa's new sites aim to improve Tauranga's mobile network with 4G and 5G.
'Absolute chaos': New roundabout setup causes confusion
The changes are part of council roadworks that are set to last a year.
Tauranga council cuts $9.85m in costs to shave 2.1% off rates rise
Recycling bins in public spaces are among services cut to achieve this.
'Amazing community asset': Pool saved from closure with $5.71m boost
The Ōtūmoetai Pool will remain open and receive funding for upgrades.
'Huge impact': Subdivision residents concerned about traffic from development
About 200 homes are planned, with access through Rowesdale Drive in Ōhauiti.
'Woefully inadequate': Sportsground has six toilets for 4000 people
A request for funding to ease toilet troubles at netball courts prompts debate.
Why this year's Project Hip Hop competition is a 'full-circle moment' for its founder
The competition features 102 crews and offers $22,000 in prize money.
Water restored after early morning main break
Traffic management is in place; expect delays while the site is cleaned up.
Tauranga Council may cut 100+ roles to save costs, says deputy mayor
Jen Scoular says the council wants to make sure it delivers better value for ratepayers.
'Traffic volumes increasing': Major road upgrade set for Tauriko
Work on Taurikura Drive starts May 26, 2025, lasting up to 12 months.
Protesters tell council to 'stop the spend' as they face 12% rates hike
About 250 people attended a rally in Tauranga on Sunday.
'Won the battle': How a community pool could be saved from closure
Tauranga City Council will review options for the Ōtūmoetai Pool in June.
'Just not sustainable': Rally planned to protest 12% rates increase
Organisers say the proposed 12% rates increase is unsustainable.
Tauranga Mayor finally buys home in city - why he isn't moving in yet
Mahé Drysdale's new home in Pāpāmoa is rented out for now.