Council

New design plan wanted for Tauranga aquatic centre

Fresh design options are being sought for a new $105 million pool complex near Tauranga's city centre. A facility with a bombing pool, splash pad, toddler... Read More

Fishing club to move to avoid flood risk

Whakatāne Sportfishing Club senior members have overwhelmingly backed a plan to shift the club's building away from the wharf to avoid the risk of future flooding... Read More

Pay Gap Calculator toolkit launched 

New Zealand businesses can now take meaningful action to drive down the gender pay gap with the launch of an online calculator today. 'Women are paid, on... Read More

Rotorua councillors adopt new sports strategy

A Rotorua councillor has called a sports strategy 'ideological garbage” and says it is a bid to continue shelved plans for a sports precinct on a golf... Read More

Water mains break causing discoloured water

A water mains break in Tauranga city centre this morning has caused discolouration of water to homes and businesses from the city centre through to Greerton. The... Read More

To open or not on Easter Sunday?

Western Bay businesses will still be able to open on Easter Sunday if they choose. Western Bay of Plenty District Council has decided against changes to its... Read More

Council to consider aquatic centre feedback

Current community sentiment about the proposed Memorial Park Aquatic Centre were considered by Tauranga City Council at its meeting today. To get a feel for... Read More

Tauranga youth call for a museum

Findings from a recent Creative Bay of Plenty Te Waka Auaha Toi study highlight strong engagement and enthusiasm among Tauranga and Western Bay youth for museum... Read More

Arataki Bus Hub upgrade

Works are continuing on upgrading the Arataki Bus Hub in Tauranga. In a statement, Tauranga City Council said the works are to improve safety during transit,... Read More

Tarawera: Council apologises for wrong information

Rotorua Lakes Council has apologised for publishing inaccurate information about its $29 million Lake Tarawera sewerage scheme, as a former TV presenter claims... Read More

Tauranga Waterfront Reserve opens

A 'vibrant new green space” is now open at Tauranga's waterfront on The Strand for the community to enjoy. The Northern Waterfront Reserve, nestled... Read More

Bay of Plenty Regional Council: 2023-24 Progress

Bay of Plenty Regional Council has approved its community report card for the 2023 and 2024 financial year. The report card reflects a year of opportunity... Read More