Council

New rules for BOP in revised pest management plan

Bay of Plenty turtle owners are now required to securely house their pets as the regional council changes its pest plan to prevent escapees. While unlikely... Read More

Western BoP rates to rise 8.92% on average

Western Bay of Plenty District Council has set its direction for this year's rates - with an average increase of 8.92%. This remains below the 10.13 % average... Read More

Te Puke roadworks: Major delays expected

If you're driving in and around Te Puke over the next few weeks, it might take you a bit longer than usual to get to where you're going. With several road,... Read More

Bid to reopen Maungatapu bar divides community

A Tauranga couple's plan to reopen the Maungatapu Sports Bar has divided the surrounding community in Tauranga. A neighbouring Maungatapu Rd business and... Read More

New pests prompt changes to regional plan

Changes to the Bay of Plenty Regional Pest Management Plan (RPMP) are a response to the threat of new and emerging pests across the region. Following a partial... Read More

Fluoride returns to Tauranga water supply

Fluoride levels in Tauranga's water supply are being re-established following the replacement of a fluoride tank at Tauranga City Council's Waiāri Water... Read More

Festival injects nearly $1m into Tauranga economy

The 2025 Fulton Hogan Mount Festival of Multisport has proven itself to be a standout event on Tauranga's annual sporting calendar, drawing thousands to the... Read More

Workload worries as Tauranga council slashes jobs

Council staff will be expected to 'do more with less” after dozens of jobs were cut despite Tauranga's growing population, a union representative says. Tauranga... Read More

Public tour of Tauranga's new council HQ

People wanting to see the inside of Tauranga City Council's new administration building will have a chance on with a guided tour on Monday, June 23. The... Read More

Council 'won't be funding' extra road for Te Tumu

Tauranga's mayor says the council 'won't be funding” an extra access road for an 8000-home development planned in Tauranga's east. Tauranga City Council... Read More

Affordable homes address Rotorua housing shortage

Rotorua whānau will enjoy greater access to modern affordable housing thanks to a community-led partnership delivering 189 affordable homes backed by the Government,... Read More

Toilet plan for popular reserve moves ahead

Western Bay of Plenty District Council has approved the installation of a public toilet at Ōmokoroa's Precious Family Reserve, following months of debate and... Read More