New ZealandCouncil U-turns on CBD-fringe parking permits, sets discounted pricesBut a resident says only allowing one fully discounted permit per house is 'wrong'.07 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturnNumbers are down but thousands of new homes are being built by the leaders in the sector.06 Aug 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Casting them aside': Tensions rise as Tauranga bypasses water partnershipTauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale objected to his council leaving Western Bay 'high and dry'.06 Aug 07:00 PM
SportTauranga to host triathlon world championship final The events are expected to attract more than 6000 international visitors.05 Aug 09:43 PM
New ZealandPaid parking would 'kill all the businesses', meeting hearsThe council delayed the start of paid parking to explore resident permits.01 Aug 06:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWelcome to Toll-ranga: City with 2/3 of NZ's toll roads set for moreAs a new gantry is proposed, a councillor says there's a 'double standard' being applied.31 Jul 11:59 PM
New Zealand'We stress every time it rains': Neighbours' flooding fightTe Puke neighbours urge council to take action to stop flooding during heavy rain.29 Jul 07:02 PM
New ZealandParking fees rile resident: 'Over $2000 a year just to park outside my house'Councillors rejected resident permits, which would exempt parking charges.28 Jul 07:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil's $40k cocktail party guest list released after officials interveneThe Ombudsman said there was public interest in the 'non-essential celebration'.27 Jul 07:43 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMount residents fret as future of prime site in limboDeveloper behind 8-storey apartment plan 'couldn’t come to an agreement' with council.25 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Back on track': Greens push for regional rail revivalThe Green Party launched a petition to extend a regional passenger rail link to Tauranga.24 Jul 07:01 AM
New ZealandLGNZ backs Tauranga mayor's call for council structure reviewMahé Drysdale emphasised designing a system that works for local communities.23 Jul 05:01 AM
New Zealand'Really improve things': Early off-ramp opening for Pāpāmoa commutersCouncillor Steve Morris says it will ease evening traffic bottlenecks.23 Jul 02:28 AM
New Zealand'Good outcome': Trial reopening for Tauranga street closed seven years The Hairini St slip lane was closed to avoid a three-lane merge at a notorious bottleneck.22 Jul 11:46 PM
New Zealand'Huge problems': Business owners upset over paid parking planSeveral streets and avenues to have new two-hour limits, with fines starting at $20.21 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandSpeedway secures Baypark lease extension to 2039Under the deal, Speedway Racing will upgrade the North Stand at their cost.18 Jul 03:00 AM
PoliticsLGNZ Conference: Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale calls for a review of local government sectorLGNZ Conference: Tauranga Mayor calls for a review of local government sector. Video / Herald NOWWatch15 Jul 08:14 PM
New ZealandNew home for Tauranga netball: $14m Baypark plan progressesThe new facility will include a new building plus 14 asphalt and nine cushioned courts.14 Jul 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Plague of hoons' on motorbikes tearing up Tauranga parks'Off they go waving their finger in the air.'13 Jul 07:03 PM
New ZealandThe amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?09 Jul 09:20 PM
New ZealandNew sculpture for Tauranga: Artist chosen for bold six-figure CBD artworkPaul Darragh's piece comes after 7m steel sculpture installed in Red Square last year.08 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Scary stuff': Locals on crash corner fear it will take a death to get it fixed'There’s a lot of traffic going through there and it’s a really sharp, ugly bend.'02 Jul 09:11 PM
New Zealand'Game-changer': Western BoP a step closer to Govt deal unlocking housing, jobsThe deal would aim to deliver 40,000 more homes and 35,000 new jobs.02 Jul 09:05 PM
New ZealandRates hike approved amid protest: How much more you'll payAbout 60 people protested the increase, calling for a 0% rates rise.26 Jun 06:09 AM
New Zealand'Biggest summer of cricket' shapes up for Bay OvalSeven internationals are scheduled for the upcoming season.25 Jun 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Simply irresponsible': Fee hikes increase the cost of dyingFuneral directors are upset about new charges, with costs to be passed to clients.24 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandLocal election guide: What you need to know ahead of voting dayNominations for council seats open July 4 and close August 1 at midday.23 Jun 10:06 PM
New Zealand'Intolerable': Delays for quake-prone fire station rebuild sparks union ire'We have been very patient, but our patience is at an end,' says firefighter.23 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The first four housing projects backed by $100m fund It will enable 65 homes in Tauranga South, Pāpāmoa, Greerton and Bethlehem.22 Jun 06:46 PM
New Zealand'Staff taking the hit': Workload worries as council slashes jobsTauranga City Council is cutting 98 jobs to save $12.3 million and reduce rates.17 Jun 09:38 PM
New Zealand'We won't be funding it': Roads for 8000-home development debatedThe development in Te Tumu is set to house 15,500 people when completed.16 Jun 08:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat's in store from $1.4m+ changes at popular Mount Maunganui reserveTauranga council plans $400,000 pathway, cave barrier works then $1m+ playground upgrade.15 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandSpeedway deal: Proposal to sell Baypark stand for $1, extend leaseThe council is mulling plans to extend speedway operations at Baypark until 2039.10 Jun 05:07 AM
New Zealand'Absolute chaos': New roundabout setup causes confusionThe changes are part of council roadworks that are set to last a year.05 Jun 11:25 PM
