Council

Three Waters debate sees protesters gather

The Three Waters reform debate is waging on as commissioners discuss the implications of the proposal at a Tauranga Council meeting today. Protesters gathered... Read More

Hamilton mayor: ‘Do it for those you love most’

Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate is imploring Hamiltonians to get vaccinated against Covid-19. Hamilton has moved back into Alert Level 3 from 11.59pm Sunday, October... Read More

Rotorua landfill fees go up as much as 16 per cent

Many took the time during the latest alert level 4 lockdown to have a spring clear out and cut down on the clutter. Some who did were perhaps surprised to find... Read More

Keeping critters moving in rivers

Expanding fish passage work on the Rangitaiki River to the rest of the BOP is the challenge put before Bay of Plenty regional councillors during a presentation... Read More

Western Bay Council’s credit rating remains strong

Western Bay of Plenty District Council has retained its strong AA credit rating. International credit rating agency Standard & Poor's says that despite a planned... Read More

Work begins on new Ōmokoroa boardwalk

Work begins on a new boardwalk in Ōmokoroa from next week, completing the final part of a stormwater bund and walkway/cycleway project. When finished, the 1.2km... Read More

Commissioner wants impartial Three Waters reform

A Tauranga City Council commissioner insists he will act in the best interests of the city when it comes to Three Waters reform. His comments come after... Read More

Thoughts wanted on Athenree shared path proposal

Council is exploring a new, shared walkway and cycleway connecting Athenree to Waihī Beach, and wants to hear what you think of the proposal. For many years... Read More

Three Waters Reform: Pleas for more detail

Rotorua Lakes Council appears to remain open-minded but 'sceptical” when it comes to Three Waters reform. On Thursday at a full council meeting, Rotorua... Read More

Western Bay Council’s first CCTV fund now open

The Western Bay of Plenty's first CCTV fund is now open and calling for applicants. The fund is capped at $50,000 and is open to all Western Bay residents and... Read More

Ward Forums and Community Board meetings cancelled

The Western Bay of Plenty District Council has decided to cancel upcoming Ward Forums and Community Board meetings in September and early October. The call... Read More

Calling out for animal carers

With kitten and puppy season on our doorsteps, animal rescue needs foster carers more than ever. Rowan Elliott of Rescue Revive Rehome says they rely on fosterers... Read More