The University of Waikato Haumaru Sport & Recreation Centre has officially turned one and in its first year has become a thriving hub of community connection, competition and recreation in central Tauranga

The community is being invited to come along to Memorial Pool in Tauranga this Easter Weekend to say goodbye after 70 years of fun in the sun.

Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale has given notice that Tauranga will begin a local transition period due to the city-wide impacts from severe weather on 21 January 2026.

After a scorching weekend and with summer in full swing, Tauranga City Council is reminding pool owners to check barriers and gates before anyone dives in. Whether your pool is permanent or portable, fencing rules apply.

Tauranga City Council has adopted its 2024/25 Annual Report, marking a year of significant transition and a renewed focus on delivering value for ratepayers.

Two new signalised intersections at the northern end of Taurikura Drive will go live on Monday, 13 October, marking a major milestone in the Taurikura Drive Upgrade project.

A long-held vision for a vibrant, inclusive hub in the heart of Merivale has come to life, with the opening of the new Merivale Community Centre this week.

Tauranga City Council has confirmed its intention to progress with a redesigned Memorial Park Aquatic Centre to be built on the site of the existing Memorial Pool.

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

Tauranga City Council has made good progress in improving its consenting performance for the 2024/25 financial year, but acknowledges there is still room for improvement.

Four new indoor courts will open this week in Tauranga city centre, providing the community with much-needed space for sport and recreation as the city continues to grow.

Excitement is building in Tauranga city centre as 90 Devonport was blessed yesterday morning with karakia led by mana whenua Ngai Tamarawaho, Ngai Tukairangi, and Ngati Tapu hapū.