Latest fromTauranga City Council
Why Tauranga’s water service delivery options have sparked debate
Council discusses ministerial influence on Tauranga's Local Waters Done Well planning.
How much a 12% rates rise could add to Tauranga homeowners' bills
The mayor says the council found $29m in savings to get the overall rise down to 12%.
Fined 30 times in 12 months: Vehicle mechanic fears losing clients after cars ticketed
‘Ridiculous’: Wardens have been ticketing unwarranted cars in for fixing.
Eight Tauranga liquor stores caught selling alcohol to minors
Thirty-four premises were visited by police and inspectors that day.
Residents criticise mayor for inconsistency over ‘s*** deal’
Tauranga Mayor Mahe Drysdale called the marine precinct sale a ‘s... deal’.
‘Unique, essential’: Locals dismayed as pool hours remain unchanged
The council decided to keep the 7am opening to save on extra costs.
Councillor seeks inquiry into commission’s decisions
Mayor Mahé Drysdale said focusing on past issues won't help the council progress.
‘Low trust’: Mount Maunganui street closure sparks community tension
Mayor Mahé Drysdale said road changes aim to balance safety and accessibility.
'It’s a perfect area': 89 new homes to be built in Tauranga
Construction will begin on the two-storey development at the end of 2025.
Why tree removal in Greerton has left locals feeling uprooted
“I feel really, really sad. It’s taken character away."
‘Desperate need’: Calls grow for Pāpāmoa East community hub
A Pāpāmoa East centre needs to be prioritised, a reverend says.
'Disgraceful': Ratepayers pick up $5m waterfront playground bill
The NZ Taxpayers Union breaks down the costs for the Tauranga destination playground.
‘Prime land’: University strikes $1.38m deal to lease public reserve for 99 years
It plans to build a marine research and education facility.
Revealed: Who wants to be Tauranga’s new Māori ward councillor
Mikaere Sydney was elected last year but has not taken up the role due to illness.
Marine precinct sale could cause ‘irreversible harm’, court told
Tauranga City Council says it is not obliged to provide facilities for working boats.
Council cans waterfront walkway, projects 12.5% rates rise
Mayor Mahe Drysdale says the council's budget is a 'ceiling ... not a target'.
Hopes for more homes, more jobs in regional deal
Western Bay of Plenty hopes to secure one of the Government's sought-after regional deals.
'Same costly mistake': Driver's warning after $150 bus-lane fine
More than 6500 tickets were issued for breaching the 50m rule last year.
'Attacked' with rocks: Man spends $5k on lights, cameras after council 'inaction'
The damage has been so severe that the resident received a $28K insurance payout.
$10.3m funding approved for Tauranga traffic chokepoint project
Plans for a tidal lane at Turret Rd can begin but construction is still two years away.
Calls for change: Tauranga urged to licence professional dog walkers
Call for professional dog walkers’ licence in Tauranga
$60m BoP bridge and interchange to boost economy
Industrial development Rangiuru Business Park near Te Puke has reached a major milestone.
‘Fear and anxiety’ for locals fed up with beach parties
Beach parties and drinking in public have Mount locals calling for a full liquor ban.
Barking mad? Nope, it’s just Bark in the Park
A popular event for animal lovers is back on in Tauranga.
Tauranga Mayor still doesn’t live in city, 7 months after winning election
Mayor Mahé Drysdale says it's "very challenging” finding a suitable home in Tauranga.
‘I was knocked unconscious’: Dispute over parking leads to alleged assault
Stevee Ormsby denies assaulting a man who confronted her about her parking.
Cameras caught them incorrectly stopped while waiting for a park. It cost them $100
The council's decision to enforce the fine is called 'silly and stupid'.