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Calls for a loading zone as council cracks down on footpath use
Guests at a Tauranga hotel are being welcomed to the city with the threat of a parking fine.
'The time for taking advantage of school leaders has passed' - Principal
Bay of Plenty principals have spoken out about a "rapidly declining interest" in principalship as pay negotiations halt for the holidays.
Hapū's dreams dashed by council decision to sell farm on open market
People living in cars and garages could have had warm new homes but "dithering" from the council has prevented this from happening, it is being claimed.
RMA reforms: Local voice and environmental conflicts key issues for councils
The government's Resource Management Act reforms promise to be cheaper, faster and better but two Bay of Plenty councils have expressed their concerns about how this will be achieved.
Tauranga 'losing the war' on providing for future growth - commissioner
The "failure" of Waka Kotahi to deliver transport infrastructure is causing "serious frustration" for Tauranga City Council as it attempts to open up more land for development. Plans are underway...
Bay of Plenty Speedway 'insulted' by possible relocation
"Hands Off Baypark Speedway" is the message splashed across bumper stickers, a billboard and social media as Tauranga's speedway is facing possible eviction from its current site by 2029.
Positive start for Gate Pā cultural centre in Tauranga
The Tauranga community has shown overwhelming support for a cultural centre that will tell the story of the New Zealand land wars.
Western BOP's new mayor to bring a 'younger perspective'
The Western Bay of Plenty's new mayor James Denyer is "thrilled" to have won, but didn't want to celebrate too early because it was a "tough race".
Tauranga council formally returns land to mana whenua
Tauranga City Council has formalised an agreement to return a parcel of land in the city centre to mana whenua to right a historic grievance.
Time almost up on Tauranga CBD's free parking
Two years of free on-street parking in Tauranga's city centre will end at the start of December in a bid to encourage a higher turnover of car parks.
Regional council’s mode shift goal: 'ambitious or fanciful?' – Stuart Crosby
A Bay of Plenty regional councillor has questioned whether the council's $38million spend on public transport is a good investment, as the council considers upping this by $19m over the next decade.
Operation Tohutō over macron a total success
A class of Ōmokoroa school children have triumphed in their mahi to recognise the mana of a macron.
Ombudsman finds 'significant issues' with Tauranga school's board's decision-making
An ombudsman's investigation into complaints about the exclusion and expulsion of students at Tauranga's Bethlehem College has found the board's decision-making process was "unreasonable".
$84m upgrade planned for Tauranga’s waterfront
Plans for an $84 million rejuvenation of Tauranga's waterfront described as a "hallelujah moment" have been approved.
Plan change will enable greater intensification around Tauranga
A proposed plan change in Tauranga that could see local shops become town centres with six storey buildings is out for consultation.
Tauranga dog attack: Council appeals judge’s decision
Tauranga council believes the judge focused on the victim of the attack rather than the responsibilities of the dog's owner.
'Significant changes' ahead for Tauranga’s CBD
Revitalisation of Tauranga's city centre is "absolutely critical" for New Zealand's fifth largest city and the council has released a plan to ensure it.
Western Bay of Plenty District Council has 'serious concerns' over fluoride directive
Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty have been directed to fluoridate their water supplies but one council has serious concerns about it.
Plans underway for New Zealand Land Wars cultural centre in Tauranga
A "nationally significant" cultural centre that will tell the story of the New Zealand land wars in Tauranga is one step closer.
'Right thing to do': Co-ownership of land 'elegant solution' - commissioner
A "significant step" has been taken to right a historic "betrayal" that occurred with an agreement for council and mana whenua to co-own land in the Tauranga CBD.
“Aggressive” speed bumps upset Pāpāmoa residents
Recently installed speed bumps on an arterial route in Pāpāmoa are causing concern for locals.
Drivers 'stressed, frightened' after machete wielded on bus
A union representative is calling for security guards' hours to be extended at bus stops in central Tauranga and Mount Maunganui after a passenger was caught carrying a machete onto a bus.
'Graffiti is ruining the city': Motorist wants cameras to catch taggers
Constant graffitiing of a stretch of highway in Tauranga is "downgrading the city", says one resident, who is calling for the culprits to be caught.
Freedom campers outstay welcome in Pāpāmoa
Pāpāmoa residents are frustrated by freedom campers overstaying in a beachside reserve carpark.
Double digit rates hike for Tauranga residents
Tauranga residents will see a rates increase of 13.7 percent this year, to help fund infrastructure and the Tauranga civic precinct.