Positive start for Gate Pā cultural centre
Community feedback backs plan for centre that will tell stories of NZ land wars.
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Ōtūmoetai Peninsula: Lanes, parks could go in $64.9m bid for better bus, bike options
Locals will have the chance to give further feedback before the design is considered.
Protest to partners: Matapihi group helps oversee future of $107m pipeline
In 2021, about 80 cubic metres of sewerage spilled into the harbour.
Chopper again on the chopping block after judge grants council leave to appeal
The dog that attacked a Tauranga vet is again staring down the threat of death.
200 public car parks on way as CBD development gets green light for groundworks
"We should see a real start on site within the next two-to-three weeks."
Graffiti and rubbish: Concerns for 'scruffy' city as cruise ships return
'Tauranga used to be a really picturesque city. I find that it's not anymore.'
Bus drivers wages boosted in bid to tackle shortages
The decision was made to attract overseas drivers and tackle shortages.
Tauranga library showing historic stained glass windows
Other stained glass panels are stored at Tauranga City Council's Heritage Collection.
Free two-hour parking on chopping block as council considers new on-street parking rates
If approved, the new parking rates will come into effect on December 1.
'Ridiculous': Potholes blamed for popped tyres, damaged wheels, injured ankles
One Tauranga man has resorted to filling in 'horrible' potholes himself.
Mental health awareness week: How one father reclaimed his self-worth
'I was just trying to prove people wrong... and it just ultimately consumed me.'
Water leak in Red Square repaired
It is expected the water shutdown will be in place overnight as contractors fix problem.
Land reclassification needed to progress development
The community should have the chance to submit on the reclassification proposal.
Man who lived in cave sentenced after attacking dog in public park
A teenager saw the man kicking a puppy against a rock.
How could more small homes create options for all?
Changes are on the way that will see more townhouses and apartments popping up around the
Accessible Streets for Ōtūmoetai Peninsula
Primary routes that will connect Ōtūmoetai Peninsula to the City Centre.
'We want everyone to have a say': Meet the people working to fix Links Ave
Reducing rat running isn't as easy as it seems, but a panel is hard at work on a solution.
Opinion: How Tauranga's faring under commission rule
Opinion: Decisions, decisions - but what comes next?
Retirement village boom: Expert predicts sector could pump $1b into Bay economy
'Pāpāmoa, in particular, continues to be a popular place to retire.'
'Horrible, terrible, nasty': Council approves weed killers for sports fields
Despite their advisory forum's objections, two new chemicals can be used on a trial basis.
'Get out and do something': Action plan for city centre adopted
"Now the challenge in front of us is to move it beyond a plan."
Back to court: Council appeals unsuccessful dog attack prosecution
The council is going back to court, appealing its failed charge against the dog's owner.
Pāpāmoa residents vs city council: Reserve fight taken to Ombudsman's office
'We had very little say in terms of getting things done or even considered.'
'It shouldn't take for a kid to be killed'
'Aggressive' speed bumps gone but new crossing cause for more concern at new school.
Water restored after main break in Maungatapu
'Contractors are working hard to get the water back on as soon as they can.'
Bankruptcy case against Bella Vista developer halted as he plans defamation suit
Danny Cancian owes more than $1 million to Carters.
'One hell of a project': $3.4 million Harrisons Cut works update
Community leader questions "enormous construction... going on for months".
'Our hearts are full': Dog that attacked vet returned to family after verdict
The Tauranga City Council is not ruling out appealing the decision.
Dismissed: Judge throws out charge against owner of dog that attacked vet
Experienced vet put herself in a position vulnerable to an attack, judge finds.
Exemption sought: Major housing developments at risk from new Govt rules
Leader warns of even higher house prices, more homelessness and workers driven from city.
Mauao reopens a day early after tree removals
Tauranga City Council said the maunga opened this evening, a day early.
Freedom campers outstay welcome in Pāpāmoa
Campers say they're actually quite nice people trying to get by in an 'expensive' world.
'Godsend': New interchange to offer 35-minute Pāpāmoa East - Rotorua commute
The project is expected to be finished in early 2026.
Full investigation after gas main stuck in Tauranga
The road was closed for a couple of hours and residents had to stay inside.