Council

30km speed limit proposed for Whakatāne towns

A plan to lower the speed limit in Whakatāne district towns to 30km/h has been described as fanatical by Mayor Victor Luca. 'I have no problem with a 30kmh limit... Read More

Dog attacks “increased” this year – WBOPDC

Western Bay of Plenty District Council says dog attacks have increased this year, and could continue to increase with the growing dog population in the region. Animal... Read More

Mismatched maps and questioned data

A group of Glenholme residents fear a draft housing strategy for Rotorua will push issues associated with the homeless further into their suburb and claim a consultation... Read More

Feedback sought on Tauranga stadium proposal

Public views are being sought on a proposed $220 million stadium for central Tauranga. Tauranga City Council is asking for initial feedback on the 'community... Read More

Part-time bus only lanes for Cameron Road

Operating times are now confirmed for part-time bus lanes on Cameron Road. "Providing part-time only bus lanes is one of the ways the Building our future - Cameron... Read More

New sets of ‘smart’ traffic lights for Cameron Rd

New traffic lights are being installed along Cameron Road in Tauranga as part of the city council's works in the area. There will be three new sets of traffic... Read More

Growing Ōpōtiki’s workforce into the future

It's been almost 10 years since Whakatōhea and Ōpōtiki District Council joined forces with local employers, employment services, the College and training organisations... Read More

Beautifying or stupefying sidewalk slip up?

The path to a more functional and beautified Cameron Rd may not be so simple, with city residents starting to notice hitches in council's 'upgrades”. Tauranga... Read More

Bus fares rise but new concessions available

Current Bee Card holders and bus passengers are facing a rise in their bus fare across the Bay of Plenty but new concessions are available. From today Saturday... Read More

Pay-As-You-Throw tag cost goes up

Western Bay's Pay-As-You-Throw tag recommended retail price is going up, but the Council has got tips to help you save money. Western Bay of Plenty Council's... Read More

Cameron Road reduced to one-way this weekend

A section of Cameron Road will be reduced to one-way traffic this weekend. This will affect traffic travelling between Arundel Street and Sixth Avenue near Tauranga... Read More

WBOP councils want SH29 upgraded within a decade

The Western Bay of Plenty's 'heavy hitters” have joined forces to urge the Government to upgrade a 'critical” highway for the region, but there's no... Read More