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Great Places To Play In Tauranga This Summer

Friday, 3 January 2025, 8:22 am | Tauranga City Council

Council aims to support increased participation by providing easily accessible opportunities for organised and informal play, active recreation, and sport for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. More >>

Freedom Campers Encouraged To Roam Responsibly

Thursday, 2 January 2025, 11:21 am | Tauranga City Council

If you’re planning to freedom camp in Tauranga, it’s important you play your part in keeping our beautiful corner of New Zealand a safe and friendly destination. More >>

New Year’s Eve In Tauranga, A Night Of Community And Celebration

Wednesday, 1 January 2025, 8:31 am | Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council takes great pride in bringing the community together at these events to celebrate the end of 2024. It’s very special to mark the start of a new year alongside friends, whānau, and neighbours. More >>

Famous Folks Inspiring Pet Names In Tauranga

Monday, 30 December 2024, 8:15 am | Tauranga City Council

Jack Reacher, Jack Frost, and Jack Black are all living in Tauranga. Winnie the Pooh and Cindy Lou Who are here too.  But they’re not the ones you might be thinking of… They’re actually dogs.  Tauranga’s dog-owning community ... More >>

Who’s Keeping Our Beaches Pristine This Summer?

Friday, 27 December 2024, 8:15 am | Tauranga City Council

In December and January, grooming takes place three times a week and reduces to once a week in February and March after the busy holiday period. More >>

Celebrate New Year’s Eve Locally With Whānau And Friends

Thursday, 26 December 2024, 8:48 am | Tauranga City Council

A special low-sensory event will take place at Fergusson Park, Matua from 5pm to 6pm. This inclusive hour will feature acoustic music, reduced noise, smaller crowds, and access to a quiet indoor space for those who may need a break. More >>

The Page-Turning Titles Most Sought After By Tauranga Readers

Tuesday, 24 December 2024, 8:24 am | Tauranga City Council

“Andy Griffith and Terry Denton’s ‘Treehouse’ series was a hit for children as well. Their first book, ‘The 13-Storey Treehouse’ was issued nearly 300 times by young readers keen to explore what’s up the tree.” More >>

A Guide To An Accessible Day Out In Tauranga This Summer

Monday, 23 December 2024, 3:27 pm | Tauranga City Council

Teina Boyd, Council’s Accessibility Advisor, who has lived experience of disability, highlights that inclusivity can be wrapped around a day out, helping people to move about easily and safely without being limited by the environment. More >>

Undercover Bike Parking A Bonus For Passionate Peddlers

Monday, 23 December 2024, 11:21 am | Tauranga City Council

The relocatable ‘Bikeboxes’ are currently located at Red Square, Devonport Road; opposite Hamilton Street, The Strand; outside Coronation Park, Maunganui Road, as well as Tara Road, near the Parton Road roundabout, and Golden Sands Drive, outside ... More >>

Ōropi Grove Mountain Bike Park Full Closure From 7 January 2025 For Tree Harvest

Friday, 20 December 2024, 8:12 am | Tauranga City Council

The tree harvest portion of the project began in September 2024 on the Joyce Road side of the park, as trees within Ōropi Grove have matured and are scheduled for harvest. Temporarily closing the park during the tree harvest and track renewal process ... More >>

Maunganui Road Now Safer For Everyone

Thursday, 19 December 2024, 8:25 pm | Tauranga City Council

Mount Maunganui business owner Fleur Sandford is full of praise when it comes to recent safety improvements around the Central Parade shops along Maunganui Road. “The upgrades have helped create a much safer area in and around Central Parade, ... More >>

Two Pāpāmoa Sports Clubs Move Into New Home

Thursday, 19 December 2024, 3:21 pm | Tauranga City Council

The pavilion features accessible toilets, changing rooms, storage, umpire facilities, a reception and fully equipped kitchen. While primarily serving the football and cricket clubs, it will also be a valuable community asset, fostering social connections, ... More >>

New Aspiring Directors Start Their CCO Board Internship

Thursday, 19 December 2024, 10:04 am | Tauranga City Council

Following an extensive recruitment process, Grace Hakaria has been appointed Tauranga Art Gallery Trust board intern and Sam Hastings appointed Bay Venues board intern, as part of the voluntary Council-Controlled Organisation (CCO) Board Intern Programme. More >>

Stay In The Know This Holiday Season

Wednesday, 18 December 2024, 6:07 pm | Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is working with the New Zealand Police to reduce alcohol harm in the community and ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday season. More >>

Childcare Centre Along For The Ride At Arataki Bus Hub

Tuesday, 17 December 2024, 7:34 pm | Tauranga City Council

The wheels on the bus are turning with excitement for children at BestStart Bayfair now the upgraded Arataki bus hub is open for action . With more than 40,000 bus passengers a month, Arataki is Tauranga’s second busiest bus hub. It’s also been the talk ... More >>

Community Welcome Newly Upgraded Waitaha Reserve

Monday, 16 December 2024, 4:24 pm | Tauranga City Council

The transformation has been underway since May this year and includes a new basketball court and playground, a refurbished skate park, a new shaded picnic area and bike racks, paved walkways and improved accessibility for wheelchairs and prams. More >>

Full Mauao Closure To Repair Vandalised Cultural Compass

Monday, 16 December 2024, 3:16 pm | Tauranga City Council

All tracks on Mauao will be closed on Tuesday, 17 December from 8.30am, to allow the team to carry out the repairs safely and efficiently. More >>

Mauao Cultural Compass Vandalised Overnight

Friday, 13 December 2024, 3:45 pm | Tauranga City Council

A Mauao Trust representative says the damage has been assessed and the plinth area is now closed off to the public. More >>

Council Considers Options For Future Delivery Of Water Services

Friday, 13 December 2024, 1:59 pm | Tauranga City Council

In line with central government’s Local Water Done Well policy direction, local councils are required to decide and consult on a proposed future model for delivering water services. More >>

Help Us Reshape Hopukiore - Mount Drury Play Area

Thursday, 12 December 2024, 1:51 pm | Tauranga City Council

Kids and adults alike can share their ideas online at letstalk.tauranga.govt.nz/hopukioredreams, and for the creative minds, big or small, ‘Dream it, Draw it’ feedback forms can be picked up at Te Ao Mārama - Mount Maunganui Library or printed from the webpage. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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