Maketu - Te Puke news
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Cultivating vibrant community events across the Western Bay
NewsA diverse range of events for all ages and interests have received support in the recent funding round of the Tauranga Western Bay Community Event Fund.
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Council seeks local voices for new Community Ideas Forums
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsFrom Te Puna to Waihī Beach, a range of voices and perspectives are being sought to help plan for the future of three key communities in the Western Bay.
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Western Bay, it’s time to vote
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsVoting opens today for the Western Bay of Plenty District Council elections, giving ratepayers a month to choose who will represent them in their community.
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Takitimu North Link Stage 2 progress welcomed
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has welcomed news that the new four-lane expressway between Te Puna and Ōmokoroa has been progressed to the next stage.
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Waihī Beach community planting day an opportunity to ‘leaf’ your mark
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsThe Te Mata Reserve at Waihī Beach is being brought back to life with thousands of native plants – and we are inviting people to get involved at a Community Planting Day on Saturday, 20 September.
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Bay Venues awarded contract to run Western Bay pools
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe Te Puke Memorial Pool and Dave Hume Pool in Katikati will offer an expanded range of activities and swimming programmes when they open for the summer season, under new operators.
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Western Bay adopts Water Services Delivery Plan
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardThree Waters ReformNewsCouncil has adopted its Water Services Delivery Plan and approved a Commitment Agreement that works toward establishing a joint Water Organisation with Tauranga City Council.
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Western Bay candidate videos go live
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWestern Bay voters have a new way to get to know their local election candidates this year, with short videos now available online.
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Youngson Road closure as upgrade enters next phase
Kaimai WardNewsThe second phase of road widening at the temporary State Highway 2 / Ōmokoroa Road roundabout is about to start.
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Thunder Ridge Motorsport Park moves closer to starting line
NewsA new motorsport and driver training facility proposed for TECT Park is progressing to the next step, after a Memorandum of Understanding was signed.
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New plan sets direction for Kaimai Ward reserves
Kaimai WardNewsCouncil has adopted a refreshed Kaimai Ward Reserve Management Plan, setting the direction for how the 63 reserves in the Kaimai Ward will be cared for and developed over the next nine years.
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Western Bay plans to partner with Tauranga City for water services
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardThree Waters ReformNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is planning to partner with Tauranga City Council to deliver water, wastewater and stormwater services from 1 July 2027.
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Get to know your Emergency Hub before you need it
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsRecent heavy rain and tsunami threats are a reminder of how quickly things can change and how important it is to be prepared.
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Bay of Plenty students lead the way for Rail Safety Week 2025
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardInteresting ReadsNewsBay of Plenty students have come together to raise awareness about how to stay safe on the region’s 86 railway level crossings, by always expecting the unexpected and watching out for trains.
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Western Bay retains strong credit rating
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has once again proven its financial strength, with global credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s reaffirming Council’s AA credit rating.
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Council confirms commitment to joint water services model
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council plans to partner with other councils to deliver its water, wastewater and stormwater services in the future.
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Updates planned for neighbourhood playgrounds
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsTwo of our local playgrounds in Katikati and Bowentown are getting a refresh, and we’re keen to hear your ideas!
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New General Manager Infrastructure appointed
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWe are pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Singh to the role of General Manager Infrastructure Group.
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Western Bay election race begins with 55 candidates standing
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsNominations are in for the Western Bay - with a total of 55 people putting themselves forward to represent their communities in this year’s local body elections.
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Upcoming Road Closure – Pongakawa School Road railway crossing
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsWe’re carrying out important upgrade works at the Pongakawa School Road rail crossing, which will involve resealing the road surface to improve safety, durability, and comfort for road users.
