Council

Kawerau first in Eastern Bay to set rates

Kawerau District Council is the first council in the Eastern Bay to set its rates for the coming year. The council adopted its annual plan for the coming... Read More

Stop bank starting point for Thames seawall

The seawall set to protect Thames from flooding and rising sea level in the future is taking shape. Thames-Coromandel District Council says a stop bank... Read More

Tauranga party-goers hit hard under new booze rule

'Dead” dance floors, expensive transport and a lack of venue choices. That's how some young adults describe Tauranga city centre's nightlife. They... Read More

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