Consultation opens on Tauranga’s annual budget and future water services

Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale and Councillors are looking forward to getting out and about over the next month to talk to the community about the draft Annual Plan 2025/26 and Local Water Done Well.

A new sensory space is coming to our city centre in 2026 as part of the new Library and Community Hub currently under construction at Te Manawataki o Te Papa on Willow Street.

It's been a busy few years in the city centre, with some big projects completed and others underway, as we embrace and improve our connection to Te Awanui Tauranga Harbour.

A significant historic site in Tauranga city centre is set to be restored, ensuring long-term preservation while improving public access.

Eight Tauranga liquor stores have been found selling alcohol to under 18-year-olds following a recent controlled purchase operation led by Tauranga City Council.

This April, Tauranga will once again come alive with the sounds of jazz as the Port of Tauranga National Jazz Festival returns.

Tauranga City Council elected members confirmed yesterday that the access restrictions on Links Avenue will remain in place with reduced hours, reflecting strong community support while allowing greater access.

Tauranga City Council has adopted changes to the City Plan to enable the development of housing at Tauriko West – the city’s next new community, providing up to 4000 new homes.

Tauranga’s vibrant cultural calendar is in full swing, with a series of events bringing communities together to celebrate culture and connection.