Pāpāmoa local criticises Tauranga council for lack of action on dog-prohibited areas on beach
"It’s the only beach we’ve got and I’m going to stick up for it.”
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Costs increase already for Tauranga’s $303.4m civic precinct redevelopment
Increased construction costs have been cited as a reason behind the extra $4.5m.
Mix of new seating to be installed on Mauao
New seating will be installed throughout walking tracks on Mauao in the coming week.
Berm parking crackdown: Council starts issuing $40 fines, warnings
Berm parking has been prohibited between Marsh St and Eleventh Avenue in the CBD.
'Massive': Business leaders react to confirmation of land for marine facility
The facility will contribute an estimated $30 million to the Tauranga economy.
Councils get share of $350m transport package
Forty-six councils across the country will receive their share of the $350m package.
The mow down: Looking after region's 2200 Eden Park's worth of lawn
Teams in the districts regularly mow the equivalent of about 2200 rugby fields.
Blood and power: Green light for shared $16 million new city building
Building consent valued issues for $16m for a five-story office building.
Court date set in council's bid to recoup $20m costs for failed car park
The Harington Transport Hub had already cost $19m when construction was abandoned.
City centre parking trial: Potential impact on business feared
Parking changes for Tauranga CBD were described as 'absurd' by shoppers.
Park and playground upgrades on the way for summer
The council asked the community earlier this year what improvements were needed.
'Major step forward’: Govt puts $147m towards housing - about time, says developer
Funding for crucial infrastructure to help deliver more than 3000 new homes confirmed.
$42k and counting: Legal bill for failed prosecution of dog attack
The council has spent $42,000 on legal fees, with an appeal yet to be heard.
'Trapped': Fears new $90m interchange fails to offer tsunami escape paths
Maps warn that few places are safe from a significant tsunami but escape is limited.
Positive start for Gate Pā cultural centre
Community feedback backs plan for centre that will tell stories of NZ land wars.
Ōtūmoetai Peninsula: Lanes, parks could go in $64.9m bid for better bus, bike options
Locals will have the chance to give further feedback before the design is considered.
Protest to partners: Matapihi group helps oversee future of $107m pipeline
In 2021, about 80 cubic metres of sewerage spilled into the harbour.
Chopper again on the chopping block after judge grants council leave to appeal
The dog that attacked a Tauranga vet is again staring down the threat of death.
200 public car parks on way as CBD development gets green light for groundworks
"We should see a real start on site within the next two-to-three weeks."
Graffiti and rubbish: Concerns for 'scruffy' city as cruise ships return
'Tauranga used to be a really picturesque city. I find that it's not anymore.'
Bus drivers wages boosted in bid to tackle shortages
The decision was made to attract overseas drivers and tackle shortages.
Tauranga library showing historic stained glass windows
Other stained glass panels are stored at Tauranga City Council's Heritage Collection.
Free two-hour parking on chopping block as council considers new on-street parking rates
If approved, the new parking rates will come into effect on December 1.
'Ridiculous': Potholes blamed for popped tyres, damaged wheels, injured ankles
One Tauranga man has resorted to filling in 'horrible' potholes himself.
Mental health awareness week: How one father reclaimed his self-worth
'I was just trying to prove people wrong... and it just ultimately consumed me.'
Water leak in Red Square repaired
It is expected the water shutdown will be in place overnight as contractors fix problem.
Land reclassification needed to progress development
The community should have the chance to submit on the reclassification proposal.
Man who lived in cave sentenced after attacking dog in public park
A teenager saw the man kicking a puppy against a rock.
How could more small homes create options for all?
Changes are on the way that will see more townhouses and apartments popping up around the
Accessible Streets for Ōtūmoetai Peninsula
Primary routes that will connect Ōtūmoetai Peninsula to the City Centre.
'We want everyone to have a say': Meet the people working to fix Links Ave
Reducing rat running isn't as easy as it seems, but a panel is hard at work on a solution.
Opinion: How Tauranga's faring under commission rule
Opinion: Decisions, decisions - but what comes next?
Retirement village boom: Expert predicts sector could pump $1b into Bay economy
'Pāpāmoa, in particular, continues to be a popular place to retire.'
'Horrible, terrible, nasty': Council approves weed killers for sports fields
Despite their advisory forum's objections, two new chemicals can be used on a trial basis.