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Building a globally connected region through international students

Photos from the region's annual International Student Civic Welcome Each year, the Bay of Plenty strengthens its global connections by...

Futureproofing the kiwifruit workforce with NZKGI

The Western Bay of Plenty’s kiwifruit industry is a major driver of regional jobs, export value and economic resilience. Its...
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Opinion: Angel Investing – The crucial funding our innovation economy can’t lose

In tougher economic times, early capital is often the first thing to dry up – precisely when innovators most need...

A waterfront Manu Meter? Students power innovative ideas for Tauranga city

Jack Unsworth testing his Manu Meter at Tauranga Waterfront; The University of Waikato's Tauranga Campus Through a strong partnership with...
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Opinion: Developing cash flow strategies – insights for SMEs

Warrick Gibbs of Westpac NZ shares key insights from the bank's cash flow guide. Cash flow is often described as...
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Opinion: 2026 is looking good for property in the Western Bay of Plenty

Jon O'Connor from Bayleys offers a positive outlook for the region's property market, noting confidence is returning for the right...

The quiet power of work: How two Tauranga employers helped a family rebuild

From left to right: Yasin Bamyani, Hasib Bamyani, Amin Bamyani, Emran Bamyani, Tahira Qasimi, Samana Bamyani, Amina Qasimi, Hamida Qasimi...

6,000 young people, 6,000 untapped possibilities

It’s 2030. Tauranga’s economy is thriving, our city centre is alive and refreshed, our innovations are bold, and our region...
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Meet Joey McKenzie, Environmental Manager at Port of Tauranga

Joey McKenzie (right) talks Priority One's Colin Baskin through the port's new stormwater treatment system. Joey McKenzie was a born,...
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The energy transition – an inflection point

Jeremy Harwood from BNZ is part of Priority One's Energy Leadership Group. He shares his insights on our region's all-important...

Education Tauranga relaunches to boost international education in Tauranga   

On 20 November, 55 representatives from schools and educational institutions in Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty gathered to celebrate...

Are our manufacturers in skill shortage trouble?

Manufacturing is one of the quiet engines of our region’s economy. Behind the warehouse doors and factory floors are people...