Council

10-year Regional Land Transport Plan adopted

A ‘blueprint for a connected, resilient, and vibrant' region has been adopted by Bay of Plenty Regional Council - setting the strategic direction for the... Read More

Bouquets for departing Whakatāne council boss

Two Whakatāne district councillors heaped praise on departing chief executive Steph O'Sullivan at her final public council meeting. O'Sullivan's departure... Read More

$140,000 up for grabs for community projects

The Western Bay of Plenty District Council's Community Matching Fund is now open, with $140,000 available to help fund projects that make a difference across... Read More

No timeframe set for Port share sell-down

The decision to enable a managed sell-down is not a final decision to sell any shares in Port of Tauranga Limited, which will require further council approval,... Read More

Council adopts $11.8 billion transport plan

A plan representing $11.8 billion of transport priorities over the next 3-6 years has been adopted by Waikato Regional Council. The Waikato Regional Land... Read More

Changes coming for BOP dam owners

Dam owners in the Bay of Plenty are being reminded to prepare for new regulations. Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council is updating its existing policy... Read More

Ōmokoroa/SH2 upgrade: Park and ride to relocate

Bulldozers and diggers will become a regular sight at the State Highway 2 and Ōmokoroa Road intersection as work kicks up a gear. From Saturday, July 6,... Read More

Registration reminder for Tauranga dog owners

Dog owners are being reminded that loving your dog doesn't just mean that it is fed and watered, has plenty of exercise and a warm place to sleep. Loving... Read More

Chapel Street pedestrian crossing safety upgrade

From Monday, July 1, work will commence on upgrading the pedestrian crossing near the Chapel Street and Maxwells Road intersection to a staggered signalised... Read More

Voting made easy in this year’s local election

Check your letterboxes Tauranga residents because voting packs are on their way, and this year returning your vote has never been easier. Voting packs are... Read More

Council buys building beside Wharaurangi

Whakatāne District Council has bought the property at 144 The Strand in a move to revitalise the central business district. The Arawa building is next door... Read More

Tauranga mayoral race: Chudleigh Haggett

In July, Tauranga will choose who will be running their city for the first time in five years. A mayor and nine councillors will replace the four-person commission... Read More