Tauranga set for a standout summer of events

A section of the Motukauri track on Mauao will be temporarily closed next week, following completion of water reservoir maintenance.

Compliance among Tauranga bottle stores has improved, with only one premise failing a recent Controlled Purchase Operation (CPO) - down from eight breaches recorded during the previous checks in March and August.

January will mark a significant milestone for the Tauriko Enabling Works project, as crews undertake an intensive programme of works to progress the State Highway 29 (SH29)/Cambridge Road intersection upgrade.

Mount Maunganui turned a brilliant shade of orange yesterday as more than 1,000 students from 30 Tauranga and Western Bay primary and intermediate schools joined the annual Traffic Management New Zealand Orange Walk

Tauranga City Council has responded to feedback from the community, bringing a late report to Tuesday’s City Futures Committee meeting to decide its approach to road resurfacing for the upcoming summer season.

A blessing ceremony yesterday marked the beginning of construction for the new Gate Pā Community Centre – a project aimed at fostering strong connections and building an inclusive, vibrant community space.

There will be no water restrictions in place in Tauranga this coming summer, but we’re still encouraging the community to continue to make wise choices about using water.

Mayor Mahé Drysdale says the Government’s announcement of proposed changes to local government presents an opportunity to create a more efficient and effective system that communities across New Zealand can benefit from.

In a significant milestone for the city’s sporting landscape, Tauranga City Council has opened the city’s first artificial carbon neutral turf dedicated to football.