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Tauranga City Council - Latest News [Page 9]

Moves Afoot To Keep Tauranga Moving

Friday, 7 November 2025, 12:38 pm | Tauranga City Council

The city is growing rapidly, and major roading and waters projects, such as the Fifteenth Avenue to Welcome Bay upgrade, are scheduled to begin over the next few years. More >>

Fireworks On Mauao Prompt Safety Warning And Fire Ban Reminder

Thursday, 6 November 2025, 4:55 pm | Tauranga City Council

Mauao is protected by a permanent fire ban, which includes cigarettes, lighters, fireworks, and recreational fires of any kind. More >>

Tauranga City Council's 2024/25 Annual Report Reflects Year Of Transition

Thursday, 6 November 2025, 1:31 pm | Tauranga City Council

The report covers activity from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025 — a period that included the city’s return to democratic governance just one month into the financial year. More >>

Pilot Bay Getting Summer-Ready With Upcoming Works

Thursday, 6 November 2025, 11:24 am | Tauranga City Council

The repairs will include installing new mesh over broken wire sections and spraying concrete into gaps to prevent water washing in and washing away material under the footpath. More >>

More Parking Proposed For Miro Street In Mount Maunganui

Wednesday, 5 November 2025, 2:33 pm | Tauranga City Council

The proposal would make Miro Street one-way between Matai Street and Hinau Street, creating space for more parking. Additional parking is also planned for Matai Street, between Miro Street and Maunganui Road, while keeping two-way traffic. More >>

Tauranga Moana Manu Champs Returns As A Gateway To The World Title

Monday, 3 November 2025, 10:24 am | Tauranga City Council

The Tauranga Moana Manu Champs continues to be a celebration of our local talent, culture, and competitive spirit,” says Te Papa Ward Councillor Rod Taylor. More >>

Historic Monmouth Redoubt Reopening Following Restoration Work

Friday, 24 October 2025, 9:50 am | Tauranga City Council

Visitors will experience scenic views of Tauranga Moana and a glimpse of Mauao from a short, shaded nature walk when using the new timber boardwalk on the eastern side of the redoubt. More >>

Tauranga Set For An Action-Packed Labour Weekend

Monday, 20 October 2025, 10:08 am | Tauranga City Council

With international cricket, the Tauranga Arts Festival already in full swing, and a premier basketball tournament, plus a whole lot of community events. More >>

Slam Dunk! 10 Years Of The Classic In Tauranga

Friday, 17 October 2025, 2:33 pm | Tauranga City Council

Celebrating its 10th anniversary in Tauranga, The Classic has grown from humble beginnings in Whanganui, where just 15 teams competed in 2011, into a world-class four-day basketball showcase featuring nearly 2,000 athletes across more than 200 teams. More >>

Trial Reopening Of Hairini Slip Lane To Start

Thursday, 16 October 2025, 8:56 am | Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council approved the trial reopening in July 2025 to allow Hairini residents and their visitors to use this lane to improve access to routes out of the community. More >>

Join Tauranga City's Mayor And Councillors For A Community Update

Wednesday, 15 October 2025, 3:57 pm | Tauranga City Council

Mayor Mahé Drysdale says the event is about connection with the people of Tauranga and providing an update on where the city is heading. More >>

Play Your Way Across Tauranga This Play Week Aotearoa

Wednesday, 15 October 2025, 9:47 am | Tauranga City Council

Running 20 – 26 October, this national initiative encourages people of all ages to engage in play, so children and adults can experience the benefits such as movement, connection and wellbeing. More >>

Spring Spruce Up: City Operations Gears Up For Growth Season

Friday, 10 October 2025, 9:30 am | Tauranga City Council

Since July 2025, City Operations has taken full responsibility for sports field maintenance, roadside mowing, public toilet cleaning, and traffic management. More >>

New Taurikura Drive Intersections Set To Go Live

Thursday, 9 October 2025, 3:46 pm | Tauranga City Council

Tauriko Ward Councillor Marten Rozeboom says the project is a key part of preparing the area for the future, and integrates with walking, cycling and public transport access improvements on Whiore Avenue as part of the SH29 Tauriko Enabling Works. More >>

Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road – October Night Closures At Pāpāmoa East Interchange

Wednesday, 8 October 2025, 11:37 am | Tauranga City Council

To pour the concrete bridge deck, the first of the night closures is scheduled tomorrow, Thursday, 9 October 2025. Additional closures will take place on 16 October (both directions), 22 October (eastbound only), and 23 October (westbound only). More >>

Robots, 3D Printers And Big Ideas Coming To Tauranga

Tuesday, 7 October 2025, 10:39 am | Tauranga City Council

From laser cutting and 3D printing to vinyl design and sublimation printing, the Creation Station will offer a treasure trove of creative tools for people of all ages to explore, experiment, and bring their ideas to life. More >>

Students Urged To Stay Bus Smart With New Safety Campaign

Monday, 6 October 2025, 11:12 am | Tauranga City Council

The ‘Stay bus smart’ video, developed in partnership with Travel Safe and Ōtūmoetai College, highlights simple but vital behaviours that help keep everyone safe – especially during busy morning and afternoon commutes. More >>

Catch The Black Caps In Action — And A Free Bus Ride Into Town

Thursday, 2 October 2025, 3:46 pm | Tauranga City Council

Whether you're a die-hard cricket fan or just keen to soak in the atmosphere, buses will make it easy to park 'n' ride from the city centre to the T20 clashes with Australia on Friday and Saturday. More >>

Applications Open For The Aspiring Directors Programme

Wednesday, 1 October 2025, 5:25 pm | Tauranga City Council

The programme aims to expand the number of local people with governance experience, while enhancing the diversity and depth of the governance talent pool available to organisations in Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty. More >>

Merivale Community’s Vision Realised With New Centre

Monday, 29 September 2025, 5:30 pm | Tauranga City Council

At the blessing of the centre on Friday, Mayor Mahé Drysdale acknowledged the significance of the occasion, describing the centre as “more than a building; it’s a commitment to supporting current and future generations of the Merivale community”. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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