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Western Bay proposes granny flat build charges of up to $45,000
The infrastructure contributions were previously collected through resource consents.
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Tauranga Mayor 'disappointed' as Govt delays reform decisions
Minister says more analysis is needed before Cabinet makes final decisions post-election.
'Not brave enough': Mayor slams Govt's 'cruel' reform delay
Council merger plans have been paused until after the election.
Tweaks to Welcome Bay plan don't go far enough, says petitioner
Flush median will stay and the possibility of traffic lights is still on the table.
Tauranga council considers future of city's airport
Selling a minority stake one day is an option being explored.
Council approves $500,000 to tackle systemic flaws exposed in landslide review
The council has committed to enacting 10 recommendations for organisational change.
Dog trainer told she needs concession for park she had used for years
Sharing space with disc golf and Reserve Act rules raised as issues - but relief in sight.
'About fairness': Councils in NZ's most-tolled region back revenue sharing
A bill proposes they get a share to help maintain local roads worn by toll avoidance.
ED doctor says 'double' the beds are needed: 'Patients in corridors 24/7'
Health NZ says a 'significantly larger' ED is planned in hospital redevelopment.
'Cops everywhere': Pair flee on foot after police spike car
Police deployed road spikes to end a pursuit in Te Puna, a witness says.
Councillor says he faced restrictions when reviewing landslide files
He says it's one example of trouble he has faced in getting information from the council.
32 crashes in six years: Notorious roundabout to get safety improvements
Safety changes are planned despite the junction meeting standards.
Heat on senior Tauranga council staff as councillors pick apart slip failures
The under-fire CEO signed a contract for a staff member who did not have proper training.
Mount Maunganui slip: Full reopening of facilities could cost up to $38m
Councillors set to discuss slip risk tolerance levels and plan next steps for recovery.
Western Bay rejects Tauranga merger: Why resistance may prove futile
'That’s democracy for you,' says Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale.
Consent declined for 129-lot subdivision, appeal planned
Commissioner Greg Hill found the adverse effects would be more than minor.
Crash takes out family's fence for the fourth time
Residents living near a busy Tauranga roundabout want a fix for the frequent crashes.
'High-growth area': Te Puna gains new $100m private hospital
Construction on the 7000sq m facility is expected to begin in September.
'Safety is paramount': Mauao recovery continues after fresh slips
About 8000 cubic metres of earth shifted at the fatal slip site over the weekend.
More students, more accommodation: University's growth plans detailed
The push is tipped to pump millions into the local economy and reshape the city centre.
Woman terrified after council orders her to use anti-barking collars on dogs
One of them nearly choked to death in an earlier collar 'freak incident'.
How new deal could bring century-old Katikati bypass idea to fruition
The SH2 diversion was proposed in 1923 and has been investigated since the 1960s.
Lessons from Cameron Rd: Council vows to put 'community first' for stage two
Stage one drew complaints of lost business and disruption, prompting a new approach.
'Incredibly unlikely': Mayor downplays Bay of Plenty super-council fears
Rural leaders warn against lumping metropolitan and provincial areas together.