Council

Two Pāpāmoa sports clubs move into new home

A new pavilion at Gordon Spratt Reserve has been officially opened, marking a significant milestone in the history of the Pāpāmoa Cricket and Football Clubs. The... Read More

Rainbow crossing installed after six years

The installation of a rainbow crossing in Tauranga is bittersweet for the pride advocate who made it happen. A new zebra crossing was installed on Devonport... Read More

Alcohol ban warning for the holidays

'Tis the season to be jolly, but before you step out to socialise this New Year, make sure you familiarise yourself with the alcohol-free areas that are in place... Read More

WBOP kerbside summer services over the holidays

Western Bay of Plenty District Council has your back with all you need to know to manage your rubbish and recycling this summer. As always, the holiday season... Read More

Council giving out ‘crumbs’ of info - MP

Tauranga MP Sam Uffindell is taking the city's council to the Ombudsman after he said they failed to give satisfactory answers to an information request... Read More

Council undecided about fluoride-free water supply

Tauranga residents will not have access to a public supply of non-fluoridated water for at least another few months, but a fluoride-free advocate says the move... Read More

Rural Rotorua community spaces given upgrades

Benches, swings and CCTV - these are the small purchases making a difference to rural Rotorua. Rotorua Lakes Council's Rural Community Board represents about... Read More

Mauaoathon raises $36,000 for sick councillor

People are 'still vibing” from their 12-hour marathon climbing 232m landmark Mauao to raise money for a sick Tauranga councillor. Hundreds turned up... Read More

Childcare centre helps open Arataki bus hub

The wheels on the bus are turning with excitement for children at BestStart Bayfair now the upgraded Arataki bus hub is open for action. With more than... Read More

Baldock's subdivision plan meets opposition

A Tauranga former MP and deputy mayor faces opposition from the council and his neighbours over plans to subdivide greenbelt-zoned land for three new houses. 'We... Read More

Residents welcome renewed green recreation space

Waitaha Reserve in Welcome Bay was buzzing with excitement recently as more than 200 locals gathered to get a first look at the newly upgraded reserve and... Read More

Mauao to close during repair of vandalised pounamu

Tauranga's popular maunga Mauao will be closed on Tuesday while vandalism damage to the cultural compass is repaired. The large pounamu touchstone on top... Read More