Politics

Primary care perilously close to collapse

'General practice has perhaps done too good a job in protecting the public from the reality of how close we are to collapse.” That's the opinion of... Read More

Wanted: candidates for council's 2024 election

Tauranga City Council is seeking wide community involvement in the city's first local election since 2019. The election will be held on Saturday, July 20,... Read More

Council buys Cameron Road Warehouse building

Tauranga City Council has purchased The Warehouse building at 483 Cameron Road which will house four new indoor courts as part of the Memorial Park redevelopment. The... Read More

Tauranga superheros to walk for hospice

We all have heroes in our lives. The ones that hold a special place in our hearts and are there for you through thick and thin. The Waipuna Hospice Superhero... Read More

Corruption perception: NZ must be more open

The Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier says New Zealand must be even more open and direct if it is to improve its ranking as one of the least corrupt countries in... Read More

Govt to reform financial services regulations

The Government will reform financial services regulations, ensuring clarity and cutting red tape for both institutions and Kiwis, says Commerce and Consumer... Read More

Four year council term a first for New Zealand

Tauranga's first elected council since 2019 will have an extended term of four years, which is being heralded as 'great result” for the city. An... Read More

Minister responds to calls to delay Tauranga plan

The minister for local government has responded to calls for Tauranga's 10 year plan to be delayed until elected officials are in office. The Long Term... Read More

Focus on student success as new school year starts

As schools start back for 2024, Education Minister Erica Stanford says there will be a relentless focus on ensuring students' are achieving at school. 'It's... Read More

'Outrageous' proposal for tax freeze on tobacco

Health experts are outraged at the associate minister's proposal to bring in a three-year freeze on tobacco excise tax. Associate health minister Casey... Read More

Draft Long-term Plan on track amid changes

More changes are afoot for water services across the country, but Tauranga City Council is reassuring the community that its draft 2024 - 34 Long-term Plan is... Read More

Work begins on SH1/SH29 intersection upgrade

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has kicked off the construction of a new roundabout on SH1/SH29 at Piarere this morning, which will increase the safety and reliability... Read More