Latest news for Matua-Ōtūmoetai

This Matua-Ōtūmoetai ward includes Matua, Ōtūmoetai, Bellevue and Brookfield. Ōtūmoetai translates to the place where the tide stands still as if asleep.

16 July 2025

Tauranga City Council postpones decision on water services delivery

Tauranga City Council has postponed its decision to confirm a preferred delivery model for future water services.

16 July 2025

Let’s share our pathways with care

Pāpāmoa Primary School Travel Smart leaders have a clear message for the community: “Share with Care”.

15 July 2025

Council confirms city centre parking changes

Tauranga City Council has confirmed the next phase of the City Centre Parking Management Plan, aiming to improve access to short-stay parking and balance demand across the city centre and city fringe.

14 July 2025

Review of local government sector proposed

A proposed review of current local government arrangements is set to be voted on at the Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 16 July 2025.

2 July 2025

Western Bay of Plenty moves closer to an infrastructure and growth partnership with Government

The Western Bay of Plenty subregion is pleased to announce it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with central government to progress a Regional Deal.

1 July 2025

New board appointments signal a bright future for Tauranga’s substantive CCOs

Tauranga City Council has welcomed five dynamic new board members to three of its council-controlled organisations (CCOs), following a competitive selection process that drew 46 expressions of interest.

27 June 2025

Tauranga City Council Annual Plan balances investment with affordability

Tauranga City Council unanimously adopted its Annual Plan 2025/2026 yesterday – the first for the Council elected in July last year– and one that aims to balance investing in Tauranga’s future with affordability.

25 June 2025

Tauranga City Council’s new administration building officially opened

Our new administration building in the city centre was officially opened on Monday, 23 June by Mayor Mahé Drysdale.

25 June 2025

Tauranga to host a huge season of international cricket at Bay Oval

Get ready for a memorable season as four of the world’s most iconic cricketing nations - Australia, England, the West Indies, and South Africa- head to Tauranga’s Bay Oval for a thrilling summer of international cricket.

23 June 2025

Temporary unavailability of some online forms this weekend

We’re making changes to our IT systems to improve our customers’ experience and save on processing time.

19 June 2025

A Filipino festival celebrating culture and basketball this long weekend

An annual Filipino basketball tournament will this weekend bring together hundreds of players and spectators, as Tauranga plays host to a passionate celebration of culture - both on and off the court.

19 June 2025

New date for partial closure of Mauao base track

The partial closure of Te Ara Tūtanga (Mauao base track), previously scheduled for earlier in June, will now take place on Wednesday, 25 June, 6.30am to 4pm.

Who's representing Matua-Ōtūmoetai?

Glen Crowther

Glen Crowther

Matua-Ōtūmoetai Ward Councillor
027 329 7959
glen.crowther@tauranga.govt.nz

Mahe Drysdale

Mahé Drysdale

Mayor of Tauranga
07 577 7000
mayor@tauranga.govt.nz

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