Council

Calls to help fight litter this summer

Tauranga City Council is increasing its public rubbish and recycling bin collections around city streets and public places this summer holidays, to help keep the... Read More

The Great K Valley Cycle Adventure is back!

Think scavenger hunt, map reading and puzzle solving by bike as you explore the trails of Kopurererua Valley and you've got all you need to join in the Great K... Read More

Coromandel: Millions of dollars of damage

The Thames-Coromandel District Council says Cyclone Hale has done millions of dollars worth of damage. Initial assessments show the east coast, particularly between... Read More

Tauranga hotelier calls for loading bay

Guests at a Tauranga hotel are being welcomed to the city with the threat of a parking fine. Quest Tauranga Central director Craig Mckenzie told Local Democracy... Read More

Tauranga skatepark construction begins

Construction of Tauranga's first destination skate park is to begin early this year with an expected completion date of April 2024. The skate park came a step... Read More

Cops called after surf school rows turns toxic

A row has erupted after a ruling over surf schools operating in Shark Alley, a popular surf spot in Mt Maunganui, with public outrage that 'no-one owns the beach”,... Read More

Whitianga: Cyclone shows need for new club site

The historic Mercury Bay Boating Club in Whitianga needs to be picked up and moved almost immediately, to protect it from erosion. Cyclone Hale brought fierce... Read More

New bus shelters popping up around Tauranga

New bus shelters are being added to about 140 bus stops across the city over the next 18 months to provide seating, weather protection, and increased safety and... Read More

WorkSafe to investigate bouncy castle incident

WorkSafe has confirmed it will investigate an incident on New Year's Eve when a bouncy castle flipped over in Tauranga, as a witness whose family members were mowed... Read More

Family memories waiting to be rediscovered

The holiday season can be a time to celebrate and remember fun memories of years gone by with friends and family… so why not take the chance to look at... Read More

Storm surges cause damage to Mount Maunganui Beach

People are being advised to take extra care when visiting coastal areas following ex-tropical Cyclone Hale. A combination of high tides, easterly winds and storm... Read More

Tips and tricks for summer fun with your pup

Summer is still here and despite the recent rainy weather there will be plenty of long days and balmier nights to come. Clear, sunshiny days mean more opportunities... Read More