News
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Rogers Road Reserve carpark unavailable
NewsThe Rogers Road Reserve carpark near Pukehina will be unavailable from Thursday 29 October for approximately one week (weather dependent) while our contractors chip-seal the carpark.
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Community continues to help shape Western Bay’s future
NewsWestern Bay residents have continued to share their thoughts on what their District could look like in the future.
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Dave Hume Pool closure
NewsDue to a problem with the pump, the main pool will be closed for up to two weeks. The small pool remains open for the public and Evolution Aquatics swimming lessons.
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Omokoroa community invited to road upgrade meeting
NewsThe Omokoroa community is invited to a public meeting next week with Council and J Swap Contractors, for more information on the upgrade of Omokoroa Road from Tralee Street to Western Avenue.
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Healthy Housing Programme receives $1.5M through funding partnership
NewsLocal funders and agencies have come together to tackle one of our region’s biggest problems; that our poor housing stock is having a serious impact on our health.
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Ultimate Fun Fest to celebrate TECT Park’s 10th year
NewsCome and celebrate TECT Park's 10th birthday on Saturday 28 November, with an extravaganza of free fun, entertainment, activities and birthday celebrations.
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Carpark closures at Te Puna Station Rd and Puketoki Reserve
NewsThe Te Puna Station Road Reserve carpark and the Puketoki Reserve carpark in Leyland Road, Whakamarama, will be closed tomorrow (Thursday) and Friday for resealing.
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Harbourside purchase adds to Council’s reserve portfolio
NewsA piece of foreshore land at the end of Beach Road, Katikati, has been bought by Western Bay of Plenty District Council to provide more recreational land.
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Te Puke walkway partly closed
NewsThe Te Ara Kahikatea Walkway and Cycleway will be partially closed this Wednesday and Thursday (14-15 October), while KiwiRail does repairs to the bridge by the Waiari Stream.
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Te Puke hosts creative writing course for migrants
NewsTe Puke Library is offering free creative writing workshop for migrants, led by local author and educationalist Angie Belcher.
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Whopper summer ahead for Wander Dogs
NewsIt’s going to be a furrtastic summer for doggie walks with Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s new-look Wander Dogs Summer Series starting next month.
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Te Puke Highway roadworks start this month – expect delays
NewsPreparations are underway for resealing roadworks on Te Puke Highway, starting this month and expected to be completed before Christmas.
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International credit rating confirms strong financial outlook
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has performed strongly through the COVID-19 pandemic and is forecast to maintain a strong comparative position among New Zealand local authorities.
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Western Bay Council creates predator-free backyard
NewsTaking the lead in making its own backyard pest free and bird friendly has been an important project at Western Bay District Council headquarters this year.
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Contract awarded for Omokoroa Road upgrade
NewsThe construction contract for the Omokoroa Road upgrade from Western Avenue to Tralee Street has been awarded to J Swap Contractors Limited.
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Western Bay Council signs off Annual Report
NewsCouncil has adopted its 2019/20 Annual Report and has come through one of the toughest years on record with a relatively strong balance sheet compared to other councils.
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Omokoroa pavilion opening realises dream
NewsCommunity collaboration is being praised as the driving force for Omokoroa’s new $1.6 million sports pavilion turning from a dream into a reality.
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Panepane Purakau submissions available
NewsSubmissions on the proposed return of ownership of Panepane Purakau are available for the public to view ahead of Council making a final decision on the proposal next month.
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New opening hours for Waihi Beach Library and Service Centre
NewsWaihi Beach residents will be able to visit their library and Council office every day from Monday to Saturday, following changes to make opening hours more convenient and less confusing to customers.
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Safe Community status retained for Western Bay and Tauranga
NewsAchieving local solutions for local problems has been key to Western Bay and Tauranga continuing to retain and advance their Safe Community status.
