Council

Erosion & river discolouration after record rain

Multiple slips and erosion in the upper reaches of catchments across Bay of Plenty are washing sediment into local rivers and estuaries and causing them to discolour. At... Read More

Missing fire hydrant lids stumps WBOP council

Fire hydrant lids have become 'hot property” in the Western Bay of Plenty, leaving the council puzzled by their disappearance. There have been six lids... Read More

Speed limit shake-up for city streets proposed

A speed limit of 30km/h could be imposed on many Rotorua streets. The possibility is included in what will make up a draft speed management plan and members... Read More

Washout: Bridge solution confirmed for SH25A

Construction on a new bridge connecting Coromandel Peninsula communities is expected to start in June. A bridge has been touted as the fastest and most resilient... Read More

Money available for waste minimisation projects

If you have an innovative idea or project aimed at reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill, you could be eligible for funding from the Resource Wise Community... Read More

Future of Rotorua Museum: four options

Rotorua residents may soon have a chance for a say on the future of their historic museum, which has been closed for seven years. Four options for the future... Read More

Native trees planted to celebrate coronation

Four native trees marking the coronation of a new monarch for New Zealand and a new chapter in history are now standing in Council reserves across Tauranga and... Read More

Emergency training drill at Tauranga Airport today

Tauranga Airport is running an emergency response training exercise this morning, Saturday, May 6, as a part of regular validation testing of the Airport's Emergency... Read More

New Zealand to mark King’s Coronation

Kiwis will have plenty of opportunities to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III and the Queen Consort this weekend, with a focus on conservation, sustainability... Read More

Mayor issues emissions challenge to district

Whakatāne Mayor Victor Luca says it is time for the district council to step up and show leadership around reducing emissions. At a meeting on Thursday, Whakatāne... Read More

Councils to plant trees marking King’s coronation

Tauranga City Council and Western Bay of Plenty District Council are joining the nationwide effort of planting native trees to commemorate the coronation of His... Read More

Free rainwater harvesting workshops on offer

Rain is something Kiwis unfortunately know plenty about this year. Now, Tauranga City Council is giving people a free opportunity to learn how to harvest some... Read More