Anne Tolley on how only the fourth council commission in New Zealand history will work.

As developable land in Tauriko runs out, the need for a new highway connection grows.

Tsunami alert sirens have been debated in Tauranga since 2005.

What about the by-election? Will they hold meetings? Who pays them?

The commissioners will begin their term on Tuesday, February 9.

'Tauranga City Council's financial management has weakened, in our view.'

Omanawa Falls has never been open to the public, the council says.

And substantial property rates increases could be on the cards for the next few years.

'It was going to be such a fiasco of a byelection.'

"We need to take a good look at all the pieces that created this situation."

The decision to appoint a commission was announced on Friday but opinions are divided.

That's the question the partnership's leaders explored in a meeting on Wednesday.

One councillor did not sign the letter and he won't say why - yet.

The revamped pedestrian-only area awaits final touches, in time for the holiday season.

Bella Vista Homes developer and his company among those convicted of Building Act charges.

Council responding to more than 1000 queries as residents confused by letters.

'Good governance has not been demonstrated this electoral term.'

Opinion: Can a commission stop Tauranga going round in circles?

Concerns have been raised as land begins to run out at Tauriko Business Estate.

Tauranga MP says mayor's resignation removed 'significant source of friction'.

Tauranga city faces a situation not seen in more than a decade.

The city has working poor who were living in cars, under hedges and couch surfing.