Latest news for Mount Maunganui

Tauranga City’s Mayor and Councillors have asked staff for options they can consider to reduce rates increases as part of the draft 2026/2027 Annual Plan.

Tauranga City Council has confirmed its support for the Mount Maunganui College 50-metre training pool expansion proposal, following comprehensive due diligence.

Summer is here, and Tauranga is buzzing with good vibes! But before you head out to celebrate this New Year, know where to ‘sip or skip’ by checking the alcohol-free areas across our city.

Tauranga Moana Manu Champs 2025 made waves on Saturday with a record turnout, activations, and seven winners heading to the Z Manu World Champs.

Two talented individuals are set to begin an exciting chapter in their governance careers, joining the boards of Bay Venues Limited and Tourism Bay of Plenty through Tauranga City Council’s Aspiring Directors Programme.

Summer in Tauranga is shaping up to be a big one, with our city’s event calendar packed full of fresh experiences and returning favourites.

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.

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.

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.