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Kia ora, We would like to acknowledge the passing of Ngāi Tamarawaho kaumatua, Peri Kohu, early last week. Peri will be long remembered and respected as one that advocated for…

Kia ora, This coming Monday marks the re-opening of New Zealand’s international borders to all visa categories, and the maritime border to foreign-flagged vessels. While we understand that local businesses…

Kia ora, This Instep Informer’s focus is on preparing our rangatahi with the transferable skills necessary for a job market that is changing faster than ever before. Whilst education is about more than…

Kia ora, As we head into the second half of the year, many BOP students and their parents will begin looking into career options, and it is a good opportunity…

Kia ora, There have been a number of port, freight and logistics studies for the Upper North Island in recent years. Unfortunately, these studies have left us underwhelmed, being largely…

Kia ora, Last week our team led the Heads of Mission visit to Tauranga, on behalf of Tauranga City Council and in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Representatives…

Kia ora, June brings with it a focus on the international sector. The reopening of NZ’s borders has been fast tracked to 31 July, and the first stage of applications…

Kia ora, On Wednesday we hosted the first of several Priority One CBD Blueprint Walking Tours, visiting many of the development locations outlined in the Blueprint to provide an informative…

Kia ora, Earlier this week we announced that a feasibility study has been completed on a multi-use community stadium, located at Wharepai Domain. Determining viability for a stadium is complex, and this…

Kia ora, The Tauranga by-election to replace departing National MP Simon Bridges has been announced to be held on Saturday 18th June. This provides voters with an excellent opportunity to…

Kia ora, This month sees the opportunity for feedback on the options for Tauranga City Council’s Long-Term Plan amendment. You will all be aware that the city’s financial plan has changed…

Kia ora, Yesterday’s government announcement provides a level of confidence that we are making progress in returning to more familiar times. While Covid continues to negatively impact our wider economy, the…