Marine precinct sale stopped after interim injunction granted
The council has also been served with judicial review proceedings.
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Community boards facing axe
Western Bay of Plenty District could have fewer councillors to vote for next election.
'Feel the wairua': $300k sculpture by Rotorua artist unveiled in Tauranga CBD
A 7-tonne sculpture by a has been unveiled in Tauranga's Red Square.
'The deal sucks': MPs seek Auditor-General inquiry into marine precinct sale
Tauranga City Council is investigating its sale of the precinct to a developer.
‘Potentially lethal’ shellfish warning for BOP, Coromandel
Anyone gathering or eating shellfish from this section of coastline could get sick.
'Backlash': City-centre business faces drop in sales after road changes
'The business is no longer viable yet I have two years left on my lease'.
Drink-driver who hit pedestrian fails to avoid conviction despite deportation fear
He was four times over the limit but initially claimed he only had 2 beers.
New design plans wanted for Tauranga’s $105m aquatic centre
Tauranga City Council has paused plans for the $105m Memorial Park aquatic facility
Bonfires to mark iwi support of national hikoi
David Seymour’s Treaty Principles Bill was introduced to Parliament on Thursday.
Why Tauranga's new mayor, councillors support industrial rates rises
Tauranga's industrial businesses are paying at least double in rates than residents.
'Unsupported allegations': Tauranga mayor backs staff 'targeted' on social media
Social media comments about Tauranga City Council 'unfairly targeted council staff'.
'Invaluable aid' for buyers: Three BoP suburbs make OneRoof’s ‘Hot 100′ list
'We all want to buy at an affordable price and to live in a suburb that’s on the rise.'
'Pretty meaty actions': Hopes for air quality push
Mount industrial businesses have agreed to lower their environmental impact. Is it enough?
New $300,000 city sculpture to be revealed
A 7m sculpture inspired by nature and Māori imagery will be unveiled in Tauranga's CBD.
Tauranga marine precinct sale ‘unconscionable’, meeting told
The sale of Tauranga's marine precinct for $13.9m has angered fishing businesses.
Iconic hot pools' opening time causing 'disharmony' – petitioner
"You could say ‘well, go to another pool’, but those are ... very uniquely different."
The NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'
Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.
Mayor Mahé Drysdale votes no on fluoridation
The Olympic rowing champion says he wants more safety assurances.
New street dining fees labelled 'disrespectful' and 'outrageous'
New footpath rental costs rile bar and eaterie owners in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui.
Petition against rainbow crossing 'nothing short of disgusting' - Pride advocate
Petition trying to stop a rainbow pedestrian crossing in Tauranga set to be presented.
Inside the cancellation of Bay Dreams 2025: ‘We took action before it was too late’
It was a “bittersweet” announcement forced by changing festival conditions, promotors say.
'Interest is high': Luxury Mount retirement village apartment prices revealed
Five apartments have sold off the plans as construction ramps up.
Triathlons at 75: Mount Maunganui athlete bound for worlds
She says she's been 'hooked' on triathlons since 1985.
Tauranga council projects spurned for fast-tracking
Tauranga City Council is disappointed that its fast-track applications have been declined
Consent reforms needed to fix 'overkill' system – builder
Changes to the building consent system are welcomed as it is currently arduous.
'Really scary': Teen blindsided by brain tumour vows to support others
'I know I’m one of the lucky ones and I’m so grateful for the support that helped me.'
Mahé Drysdale's uncle spent $56k in fruitless bid to beat nephew in election
Who spent the most on their bid for a seat at the Tauranga City Council table?
'High risk': Police seize revolver, knives, meth from vehicle
Police pulled over a vehicle in Mount Maunganui at about 7pm.
Visitors eye Rotorua and Bay for school holidays
Plus, top things to do in the Bay this school holidays.
Axe-citing! Skills on show at woodchopping carnival
Woodchopping Free Event at the Mount Maunganui RSA on September 28.
City could face 'extreme' penalties after fluoride extension denied
Tauranga’s mayor is disappointed the council has been denied an extension to fluoridate.
'Gross negligence': Family to sue banks after disabled son lost $250k in scam
Neither NZ nor Australian police are investigating the fraud due to a miscommunication.
Council ‘got it wrong’ with controversial road closure, meeting told
More than $5 million in fines have been issued since the controversial closure.